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[User] I don't understand why you always look so happy, so energetic. It seems like you'Ve got good news everyday.

[Assistant] Really? Do I look happy all the time?

[User] All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers.

[Assistant] Oh, do you know why? Actually, it's easy. Because I always exercise. My exercise, I think, is very hard. I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties. I feel alive!

[User] Oh, I know. I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus and some students trying to imitate you.

[Assistant] Yeah, they are doing it for fun. Seldom would people like my exercise. It's difficult and boring.

[User] It's true. Many students do the exercise when they have to. We have P. E. once a week.

[Assistant] But I think Chinese students need to exercise more. Besides exercise will help them learn new things better. Don't students want to have a good memory?

[User] Of course. I didn't know that. I only know exercise makes bodies stronger. I should take some exercise then. Do you have any suggestions?

[Assistant] Well, do what you like to do. It can be anything. Jogging, doing aerobics, going bicycling, and playing ping-pong. Absolutely anything. Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you. But remember to do some stretches first.

[User] Oh, I know. Thank you.


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[User] The woman was beaten again. Why didn't she call the police.

[Assistant] Because it was her husband who beat her.

[User] It is incredible.

[Assistant] She said that she didn't want to foul her own nest.


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[User] Now let's begin the class. Who is on duty today?

[Assistant] I am, sir.

[User] Please come to the front to have five minutes'free talk in English. Very well! Whose turn is it to have a free talk?

[Assistant] It's me, sir. But I am sorry I have forgotten to prepare for it.

[User] Well. Don't forget to perform your duty next time, ok? Now, let's start our lesson.


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[User] How was your job at the state-owned enterprise?

[Assistant] Oh, I no longer work there. I'm working with a multi-national corporation.

[User] You changed jobs again? Why do you move so frequently?

[Assistant] I want to try different things before I find the one I really like.

[User] Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer?

[Assistant] I could handle everything pretty well in the old position, so I decided to move around and learn something new.

[User] How's your current job going?

[Assistant] I'm pretty satisfied with it. I can broaden my experience, learn lots of new things, and have more development opportunities.


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[User] Do you have a boyfriend?

[Assistant] Yes. Why?

[User] Well, I came to know a girl 3 weeks ago and we have so much in common.

[Assistant] So?

[User] So I think I may fall in love with her.

[Assistant] You are attracted to her. That sounds great, but how do you know that it is a crush or it's real love?

[User] Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in love?

[Assistant] That's a big question. Well, if you are in love, maybe you'll take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all.

[User] That's what I did.

[Assistant] And you think about her all the time?

[User] Yes.

[Assistant] And maybe you suddenly have new interests. I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid, ie.You used to sleep in every morning, but because she jogs every morning, then you begin to like jogging.

[User] That's it. She likes dogs so much now, and I begin to love dogs.

[Assistant] Oh, congratulations! Sounds like you'Ve found your soul mate.

[User] Thanks. But I know falling in love is one thing, while staying in love is another.

[Assistant] Yeah, that's right. If you find this person is more and more important to you and you can totally trust her, then you can stay in love.

[User] Yeah. Falling in love is so good!

[Assistant] While staying in love is even better.


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[User] If you wanna keep healthy, you must give up smoking. It's extremely bad for your health, you know.

[Assistant] I know it's not good for me, but the problem is I just can't help it.

[User] Well, I've got an idea, put the label cancer sticks on each pack of cigarettes, and read it before you smoke. It may give you a feeling to reduce it.

[Assistant] I'll try.


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[User] What happened?

[Assistant] I don't know.

[User] Let's stop and have a look.

[Assistant] Don't waste time.

[User] I'm curious about that.

[Assistant] But it's none of our business.


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[User] It's very kind of you to invite me to dinner.

[Assistant] Please sit down and make yourself at home. Please don't stand on ceremony.

[User] This dish is really delicious.

[Assistant] I'm glad that you like it. This is only the first time that I made it.

[User] You're great. Could you say it in Chinese?

[Assistant] Sure, we call it doubt.


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[User] Wake up, Erik, time to rise and shine.

[Assistant] Huh, oh, hi, Jane. I must have fallen asleep while I was reading.

[User] You and everyone else. It looks more like a camp-ground than a library.

[Assistant] Well, the dorm's too noisy to study in, and I guess this place is too quiet.

[User] Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper?

[Assistant] No. Prof. Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology. For once I wish she hadn't given us so much of a choice.

[User] Well, why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico. You seem to be interested in that part of the world.

[Assistant] I am, but there is too much material to cover. I'll be writing forever, and Grant only wants five to seven pages.

[User] So they limit it to one region of Mexico. Say the Yucatan. You'Ve been there and you said it's got lots of interesting relics.

[Assistant] That's not a bad idea. I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer. That would be great resource material. Now if I can only remember where I put them.


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[User] I really like my debate class.

[Assistant] Do you think you'll be interested in studying law later?

[User] I've entertained the idea. But I'm I leaning more toward politics.

[Assistant] You want to be a politician? Yuck.

[User] That's not like you to generalize.

[Assistant] Sorry, you're right. I think you'll be a good politician.

[User] I think I can do a lot of good for our country.

[Assistant] You're right. We need more people like you in politics.


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[User] I dare you to talk to that girl.

[Assistant] Okay, I will.


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[User] Hey, what's the matter?

[Assistant] It doesn't matter. I just feel a little dizzy.

[User] Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep?

[Assistant] I don't know.


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[User] Excuse me. My name is David Walker. Haven't we met before?

[Assistant] Well, let me see... Do you work at IBM Corporation?

[User] Yes, I do.

[Assistant] Now I remember. We met at a conference in Tokyo last year.


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[User] The last thing I want to see is to lose face before my friends.

[Assistant] That's really unbearable.

[User] But you know, things cannot always go as you expect.

[Assistant] So get prepared for everything.


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[User] Have you ever thought about having children, Kaitlyn?

[Assistant] My husband and I have thought about it, but we'Ve decided not to have any. They are just too expensive. Besides, with all the news about global warming on the news lately, who knows what kind of world we'll have in the future. What about you?

[User] Well, I'Ve always wanted to have lots of children. Growing up with only one brother, I always felt a bit lonely. What do you think about families with only one child?

[Assistant] For me, growing up in a big family always made me yearn for attention. I always wanted to be an only child so that I could always do what I wanted and so that I wouldn't ever have to share.

[User] Don't you think you would miss having other people around?

[Assistant] No way! I spent 20 years of my life with relatives around me 24-7. you know, I don't think I'Ve ever actually spent any time by myself in my parents'home. What do you think of the one-child policy in China?

[User] If China didn't have such a policy, can you imagine how many people there would be in China now?

[Assistant] That's true. But as a woman, I'm glad that even though I don't want any children, I at least have a choice in how many children I have. On the other hand, I can't imagine what China would be like if there weren't a one-child policy!

[User] Do you think most families with many children envy or feel sorry for other families with only one child?

[Assistant] I don't know what other people think, but I, for one, envy only children!


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[User] I'm sorry I'm late.

[Assistant] Oh, that's all right. I just wondered what was keeping you.

[User] The bus I took.

[Assistant] What do you mean?

[User] I took the wrong bus.

[Assistant] Oh, did you? That's very easy to do.


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[User] Hi, Anna. I haven't seen you for ages. Where have you been?

[Assistant] I'Ve been away on holidays for sometime.

[User] No wonder I haven't seen you recently. Where did you spend your holidays?

[Assistant] I went with my husband. Our first stop was Bangkok. We stayed there for 5 days. Then we flew to Hong Kong, stopover for 3 days. Our last stop was China. We visited the Great Wall.

[User] You must have a wonderful time.

[Assistant] Yes. We enjoyed ourselves very much. Have you traveled much, Luke?

[User] No, my wife doesn't like traveling. We haven't been traveling for more than ten years. The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married. We spent our honeymoon in the Alps.


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[User] I think I need a new notebook...

[Assistant] Why? Is there some new, cool computer out on the market?

[User] You bet there is. Feast your eyes on this puppy!

[Assistant] That's a notebook?

[User] Believe it!

[Assistant] It looks more like a toy, or a cool briefcase!


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[User] Is there a lot of crime in your city?

[Assistant] There's some, but I don't think it's a big problem. A lot of it is petty crime, burglary and car theft. There's very little major crime.

[User] It's the same in my city. We also have a lot of drug addicts. A lot of the crime is committed by drug addicts who need money for drugs.

[Assistant] That happens in many places. In my city, there is a very good drug rehabilitation programme. The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes, but I don't know if that's the reason for

[User] Some people believe that a tough approach is better. Other prefer a more lenient approach.

[Assistant] I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly. If most people have similar amounts of money, they will not think of stealing from others.

[User] That's possible, but I'm not sure it would really happen like that.


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[User] Why do you like this computer?

[Assistant] It's user friendly.


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[User] What can I do for you today?

[Assistant] I need to return a book.

[User] Can I do anything else for you?

[Assistant] I would also like to check out this video.

[User] Is that all?

[Assistant] Yes, just the video.

[User] May I see your library card?

[Assistant] Here you go.

[User] You have to take care of this video.

[Assistant] Oh, I will.

[User] You will be fined if you damage it.

[Assistant] I understand. Thank you very much.


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[User] Good game?

[Assistant] Not bad. But too hot for me today.

[User] Yes, I know. Kind of hard to concentrate, isn't it?

[Assistant] Absolutely. Who were you playing with?

[User] Oh, just on my own. I just joined, so I don't really have any partners.

[Assistant] Really? Oh, well, in that case we should play together some time. What's your handicap?

[User] 16. Yours?

[Assistant] No kidding! I'm 16, too. We should definitely play together some time. My name's Bob.

[User] Jane. Nice to meet you.

[Assistant] Me too. So, do you like the course?

[User] Yes, it's fine. However, I personally think the fairways between the greens are a bit too long, especially for such a hot climate. Don't they have carts?

[Assistant] Well, they used to, but they got rid of them because of environmental concerns.

[User] Oh, that's good. I guess the caddies were pleased.

[Assistant] Actually, in my opinion, the carts were better because you don't have to tip them.

[User] Yes, but look at it this way, getting rid of the carts probably gives more work to local people, which is a good thing, right?

[Assistant] Possibly, but I still miss them! What bothers me is that the heat makes the caddies life quite hard. One member's caddy fainted last week!

[User] How awful, poor guy.

[Assistant] Right. Luckily it was on the eighteen hole, quite near the clubhouse, so he didn't have far to carry him.

[User] Oh, my God, you're kidding me! He carried him back?

[Assistant] Yup.


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[User] Can I get you something to drink?

[Assistant] No, that's okay, I already have a coke.Why don't you have a seat, you look like you've been on your feet all day.

[User] I guess I could take a break.So, how do you like Denver?

[Assistant] It's great! The mountains here are beautiful and the skiing is spectacular.Have you been here for a long time?

[User] About six years...

[Assistant] What do you do for a living?

[User] I manage one of the ski lodges.It s a great job, I can spend a lot of my time outdoors, and I also get to ski for free all season.

[Assistant] Wow, talk about job perks! That's great. I would like to do something exciting like that.But I am only an accountant.Not too much excitement there.huh?

[User] That's okay.If it weren't for you accountants, nobody would have the money to go skiing!


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[User] What are you doing?

[Assistant] I'm just looking at this map of the world. I'm preparing for a geography class.

[User] There are no countries marked on the map.

[Assistant] No, there aren't. this map just show the geographical features. Look at the Himalayan plateau with the highest peaks in the world.

[User] The thing that I find most surprising is that most of the world is covered with water. Compared to the oceans, most countries are tiny.

[Assistant] I find it incredible how millions of years of volcanic activity have created mountains thousands of metres tall.

[User] Rivers have created deep valleys and canyons like the grand can you.

[Assistant] The oceans and landscapes all influence our climate.

[User] It's all so interesting. I'll have to find more information about it on the internet. Or perhaps I should try and attend your geography class.


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[User] I'm sorry, I'm having a little trouble understanding your accent.

[Assistant] I'll try to speak more clearly.


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[User] What's your favourite steps?

[Assistant] It's hard to say. But I do love waltz very much.

[User] How about rumba?

[Assistant] To tell the truth, I don't like it.

[User] Really? You must like tango, right?

[Assistant] Oh, it's really beautiful, but I just can't dance it well.

[User] Don't be so modest. I'm sure you can dance it very well. Let's dance it now.

[Assistant] OK. I'll have a try.

[User] Oh, you dance it so well.

[Assistant] Thank you for your compliment.

[User] I think I'm your lucky fellow.


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[User] I heard many stories about your brother.

[Assistant] He's a hero in our town.

[User] What does he look like? Is he handsome?

[Assistant] Yes, indeed, People say he's the smartest young man.


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[User] Do you know that Jack got divorced last month.

[Assistant] For what reason.

[User] Jack always lives by his wits and he cannot support his family.

[Assistant] He had better make a change.


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[User] Why do you look so sad?

[Assistant] I'm in pretty bad shape. I am having an allergy all the time.

[User] Why not go and see a doctor?

[Assistant] I never trust those stupid doctors.


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[User] I'll always remember my college days.

[Assistant] oh yeah?

[User] It was one of the best times in my life. It was tough, but I made it. I became a college graduate.

[Assistant] how did you feel when you graduated?

[User] it was a round day for me. My family attend the graduation ceremony. I was so nervous. I couldn't find my cap and gown, but all worked out in the end.

[Assistant] what did you do after graduation?

[User] I was planning to attend gradate school, but then I was offered a good job doing marketing, so I changed my mind.

[Assistant] sounds like you're happy with your decision.

[User] I sure am. So what about you? How did you feel when you graduated?

[Assistant] it was also a proud day for me, but I also felt like a kind of loss that day.

[User] how could it be?

[Assistant] while seeing others going to work or continue their study, I didn't know what I would do.

[User] you didn't have an offer?

[Assistant] I had one, but I didn't like the job very much. I wanted to attend graduate school, but I was afraid it would be too tough.

[User] I think you lack in the power of decision. Once you make your decision, don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear. Just go full steam ahead!


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[User] Ashley, what a great dinner party!

[Assistant] Thank you, Joe. What would you like to drink with your meal? I can offer you wine, mango juice, or water.

[User] Just water would be fine.

[Assistant] Excellent choice. Can I dish you up some chicken?

[User] Yes, the chicken looks wonderful!

[Assistant] How about some salad to go with your chicken?

[User] Sure, I love salad!

[Assistant] Would you like to have rice with your chicken?

[User] Yes, I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken!

[Assistant] Good! Julie, if you could pass this plate down to Joe, I think we are all set.


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[User] How many days do you take off for Easter?

[Assistant] Usually we have a month off.

[User] What will you do for this Easter?

[Assistant] I'll stay at home and have a complete rest.


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[User] Mary didn't pass the final exam in physics.

[Assistant] She must be very sad.

[User] Her parents scolded her severely and she's very depressed now.

[Assistant] At a time like this, what she needs is a pat on the back rather than a blame.


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[User] John dates her seven times a week.

[Assistant] Really? That's a straws in the wind.

[User] I think so. Maybe he's fallen for her.

[Assistant] Yeah. They suit each other. A perfect match between a man and a girl.


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[User] My uncle gave me this bicycle as a birthday present. Look!

[Assistant] So cool! Can I get a load of it?


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[User] I love your bracelet. When did you get it?

[Assistant] I got it a while ago, but I haven't worn it much. You really like it?

[User] Yeah. It's beautiful. Is it white gold or silver?

[Assistant] It's white gold.

[User] Where did you buy it?

[Assistant] My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co. and he let me pick it out.

[User] That's so sweet. What was the occasion?

[Assistant] That's the best part. It wasn't for anything special. He just wanted to buy me something.

[User] You're so lucky. If he bought you something for no special day, I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday.

[Assistant] My birthday is coming up. We'll find out pretty soon.

[User] What do you want?

[Assistant] I wouldn't mind a necklace. I was at the jewelry shop looking around, and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want.

[User] Why not a ring?

[Assistant] I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet.

[User] But you're ready for everything else?

[Assistant] Akha.


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[User] Do you like traveling, Kathy?

[Assistant] I like traveling for pleasure to get places for vacation for instance. But I don't like traveling to work, waiting for buses, or...

[User] Or getting stuck in traffic jams when you're driving.

[Assistant] Exactly.


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[User] Hello, Jane!

[Assistant] Hi, Tom. How have you been?

[User] Pretty good. Actually, I'm quite busy with work. By the way, say hello to your husband.


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[User] What are you doing?

[Assistant] What am I doing? What am I doing? Don't you know what day it is?

[User] Mumm. no.

[Assistant] It's only the day when the world's biggest sporting event is kicking off.

[User] What?

[Assistant] The World Cup! The first match is today! It's Mexico vs. South Africa! It's going to be a really good match! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players. I think that South Africa

[User] I have no idea what you're talking about. The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl.

[Assistant] This is bigger than the Super Bowl, man! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy. They first start in a group stage with bigger groups, each g

[User] Sounds interesting, but soccer doesn't really appeal to me.

[Assistant] Are you kidding? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup! It's a very exciting and nerve wracking sport! Each nation is cheering on their team, hoping they will bec

[User] All I know about soccer is that you can't use your hands and that players are always falling down, trying to get a free kick or penalty kick. It seems like a sissy sport to me!

[Assistant] Whatever, I'm going to go watch the opening match.


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[User] Do you often do exercise?

[Assistant] Certainly.

[User] OK, and what kind of sports do you usually play?

[Assistant] I often play badminton with my parents.

[User] You? Play badminton? That's unbelievable! You are shorter than a racket.

[Assistant] Hey, I'm good at playing it.

[User] Says who?

[Assistant] My parents.

[User] Oh, I see.

[Assistant] How about you, Daniel?

[User] I'm a real man, and I like football.

[Assistant] Well, who is your favorite football player?

[User] I like Renaldo the most.


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[User] Professor, can you help me add your class?

[Assistant] You have to bring me an add sheet to sign. Do you have one?

[User] No, I will have to get an add sheet.

[Assistant] You must take the signed add slip to the Admissions and Records Office to add the class. Do you know where that is?

[User] No, I don't know where that is.

[Assistant] The office is in front of you as you cross the quad. The signs in the hallway will tell you where you need to be.

[User] I think I can find it.

[Assistant] You'll find it easily. Make sure you add the class and then we will look at the roll sheet later to make sure that you were added on.

[User] Thank you for letting me add your class.

[Assistant] To drop a class, you need to do the same thing with a drop slip. Good luck!


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[User] Hi, Alice, what are you doing this sunday.

[Assistant] Nothing really, why, what s up?

[User] If you are free, maybe you can get having for my birthday party, it should be fun.

[Assistant] Sounds great, i d very much like having something thanks, when?

[User] Around six pm.

[Assistant] Do you need help setting up or anything? I don't mind. I like to do that kind of thing. It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating.

[User] No. thank you. I can handle it, but thanks for the offer.

[Assistant] Ok, I will see you again.

[User] Great. I have a good day, thanks again for the offer.


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[User] Did you understand question number three?

[Assistant] Not at all, I was totally in the dark.


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[User] Excuse me, I wonder if you could help me?

[Assistant] Of course, what can I do for you?

[User] Well, I hate to have to say this, but I'm not happy with my room.

[Assistant] Oh, what exactly is problem?

[User] Well, the traffic is very loud. I got no sleep last night.

[Assistant] Oh, I'm so sorry, Sir. I'll see what I can do about that.


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[User] What's the weather like in your city?

[Assistant] In the summer it gets very hot. The temperature is between often 37 and 40 centigrade. When it is hot we often get rains. The winters are drier.

[User] The summer temperature usually often reaches about 20 or25 in my city. The rain falls mostly in the winter. And we often get snow.

[Assistant] What are the temperatures in winter? In my city it is about 15 or 20 degrees.

[User] In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that. The streets are often icing in the morning. With high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms.

[Assistant] Yeah, we do. In the middle of summer there can be found storms every day usually in the afternoon. I heard your city has a lot of fog, is that true?

[User] We do have a few fog days in winter. But I would not say we have a lot of fogs. The sky are usually clearly in your city, are they?

[Assistant] Yes, they are like I said we have thunderstorms. But each one usually last a few hours. Then the skys are clear again.

[User] Have you ever had snow in your city?

[Assistant] My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child. But my parents and I never see it outside of my city.

[User] The river in my city sometime freeze over. People go ice-skating on it. In summer people go boating on the river. But few people go swimming because it is not very clean.

[Assistant] As you know, my city is on the coast.the water is also not clean. But people still go swimming all year around. I prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot and sunning.


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[User] Look! It's clearing up.

[Assistant] I can see the sun now.

[User] I like summer as long as it's bright like this.

[Assistant] Anyway, I dislike summer here.There s too much rainfall.


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[User] Hello! Let me introduce myself. My name is Nancy.

[Assistant] Nice to meet you, I'am Seven. I don't think I Ve seen you around before.

[User] No, I just started working here at IBM, I am assigned sale department.

[Assistant] What do you do there?

[User] I main market reasearch, and you?

[Assistant] I Ve beaning worked IBM for years. I am vested personnel file system, He is the after sale survise director. he such a nice boss, I like working for him.

[User] Really? I don't believe I would met him, is he here now?

[Assistant] Yes, That's him over there-the taller, handsome one. Would you let me introduce you?

[User] Thanks, that's would be lovely. You'r right, he is kind and nice looking.


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[User] How do you think should I handle this problem?

[Assistant] You'd just let sleeping dogs lie.

[User] But I'm already in a lot of trouble with my boss.

[Assistant] Anything you say or do might make it worse. Just try to ride out the storm for a while.

[User] She's always bothering me. What should I do?

[Assistant] You'd better leave her alone.

[User] But she always harps on me.

[Assistant] Just tell her off.

[User] Yes, great!


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[User] Well, no one could survive without water, but you see pollution has been making more and more water unable for drinking.

[Assistant] Yeah. Water pollution has for a long time been a major concern among the environmental issues.

[User] But what are the sources of water pollution?

[Assistant] They could generally be divided into two categories

[User] Well, direct ones are the pollution directly from factories, refineries waste treatment plants etc., aren't they?

[Assistant] Yeah. They are emitted directly into urban water supplies.

[User] But what about the indirect ones?

[Assistant] Indirect sources include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rainwater.

[User] I see. For the sake of us all, we should be an active participator in the prevention of it.

[Assistant] Sure. It's an issue asking for everyone's participation.


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[User] Hi, Bill. I saw you yesterday with a pretty girl.

[Assistant] Yes, she is my favorite girl. I've decided to go steady with her.

[User] Are you sure she is the right girl?

[Assistant] Sure. She is the ideal girl, the one I had dreamed of.

[User] What type of girl is she?

[Assistant] She is the mature, stable, feminine type. I hope one day I can marry her.

[User] Oh, that's great. You're serious this time.


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[User] You're right--Italian! Ha! Ha! I was trying to trick you, but you didn't fall for it!

[Assistant] I almost did! Actually, I don't know that much about coffee, even though I sell it.

[User] I could give you a few pointers if you want. I know a lot about coffee.

[Assistant] Thanks. Maybe if things slow down later I'll stop by your table.

[User] I'm Robert, at your service.

[Assistant] Rita. Nice to meet you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Do you use an anti-virus program to protect your computer?

[Assistant] Yes, I do. I also use an anti-spyware program and a firewall. There are so many nasties on the internet and so many people who are trying to use the internet to hurt other users. You have to be very careful and keep you computer clean.

[User] How often do you run your anti-virus program?

[Assistant] I usually run it every few days. It finds a virus about half the time.

[User] Which anti-virus program would you recommend?

[Assistant] How you tried this one? It's very good and you can download it for free on the internet. You can also download updates for free.

[User] That sounds very good. Which website should I visit to download it?

[Assistant] Just a minute... go to this one. I'll send you an email with the line in it. It only takes a few minutes to download. Then you have to go through the set up procedures. But they are not complicated.

[User] What do you use your computer for?

[Assistant] I use it for several things-surfing the net, word processing and creating presentations. I don't play many games on my computer, but I do a lot of work with photographs. Using c computer program, you can edit and resize photographs. You can also make them brighter or darker and cut pieces from different photographs to create new ones.

[User] Computers are great, aren't they? I should download some program and learn how to use them.


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[User] I like pop music very much.

[Assistant] What?

[User] I said I like pop music very much.It s so lovely.

[Assistant] Is it?


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[User] John, you look pale. What happened?

[Assistant] I stayed up last night.

[User] Did you have something on your mind? You look so concerned! Maybe I can help you!

[Assistant] Will, I'm under a lot of pressure. My manager is very pushy. He assigned me two projects. Now the deadlines are near but I have finished neither of them.

[User] Is there anything I can do for you?

[Assistant] Well, I guess no one can help me but myself. For the moment, I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress.

[User] I know your feeling. Take it easy and say something to me if you like.

[Assistant] Oh, buddy, you are so kind. Thank you!

[User] Not at all!


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[User] You don't look very well.

[Assistant] I'm not feeling too well. I've caught a cold.

[User] Is it because of the bad weather? It's been really miserable for the past tew days.

[Assistant] Hasn't it! It's been cold and windy recently.Do you like the weather here?

[User] Not really, but I've got used to it now.

[Assistant] Oh, I'm going for a trip to New York this autumn. What's the weather like in New York?

[User] Not quite good. It's windy and dry. We have got continental climate there. It's dry all the year round. Usually autumn is the best season of the year In New York.

[Assistant] Is it cold in autumn there? Should I take any warm clothes with me?

[User] No, it isn't very cold at that time. You'll only need some light wool clothing with somejackets and shirts.


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[User] You seem to have all the jitters about Jane.

[Assistant] Yeah. I am on edge since she was out to the match.

[User] Keep your fingers crossed. She'll bring home the bacon.

[Assistant] I do have the confidence, but I still worry about her.


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[User] Thanks for your help.

[Assistant] No problem, anytime.

[User] Let me know if I can do anything for you.

[Assistant] Okay, thank you.


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[User] They are a nice middle-aged couple, just like us.

[Assistant] If they are just like us, they are not middle-aged.

[User] Of course they are.

[Assistant] Middle-aged means in the middle, Ethel, middle of life. People don't live to a hundred and fifty.

[User] Oh, we are the part on the edge of middle. That's all.

[Assistant] Oh, you know, we are not middle-aged. You're old, and I'm aging.

[User] Oh, fool! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties. Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this?

[Assistant] I can if you like.


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[User] How should we commemorate the centenary of the founding of the university? We have been given quite a large budget to pay for some events.

[Assistant] We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students. We could have a firework display.

[User] Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors?

[Assistant] If we do, too many people might attend. Perhaps we should invited all of them, but make a small charge to attend.

[User] Good idea. We should also hold a series of presentations. We could have presentations on the history of the university, the courses we offer, and our links with other universities.

[Assistant] Good idea! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives.

[User] We could have another on the successes of graduates from here.

[Assistant] I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know, T-shirts, mugs, plates, pens, and things like that.

[User] That's an excellent idea. Hopefully, we would be able to make a profit! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university.

[Assistant] I'm looking forward to reading that. We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni.

[User] A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film.

[Assistant] I'm sure that will be very popular.. OK, let's think about how we can put these ideas into practice.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Your knowledge of English is really surprising.

[Assistant] Oh, it's nothing to speak of.

[User] No, seriously. I'm impressed.

[Assistant] Thank you. I appreciate the compliment.


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[User] What's your name?

[Assistant] My name is Sam.

[User] How are you, Sam?

[Assistant] I'm fine. Thank you.

[User] Where are you from, Sam?

[Assistant] I'm from England.

[User] What is your job?

[Assistant] I'm a bank manager.


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[User] Excuse me, are you Miss Green?

[Assistant] Yes. May I help you?

[User] May I introduce myself?

[Assistant] Yes.

[User] I'm a new student in the school. My name's John.

[Assistant] Nice to meet you, John.

[User] It's a pleasure to meet you, Miss Green.


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[User] Have you considered upgrading your system?

[Assistant] Yes, but I'm not sure what exactly I would need.

[User] You could consider adding a painting program to your software. It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising.

[Assistant] That would be a definite bonus.

[User] You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now.

[Assistant] How can we do that?

[User] You'd probably need a faster processor, to begin with. And you also need a more powerful hard disc, more memory and a faster modem. Do you have a CD-ROM drive?

[Assistant] No.

[User] Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too, because most new software programs are coming out on Cds.

[Assistant] That sounds great. Thanks.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hoo, I'm getting tired, Jeanine, been a long day.

[Assistant] I'm not quitting yet. You know my favourite slogan, don't you?

[User] Yeah, I know. Shop till you drop.

[Assistant] Right!

[User] I'm getting a little short on cash. Let's just window shop a little.

[Assistant] Ok.

[User] Hey, Jeanine, get a load of that. It's beautiful.

[Assistant] Ahahah, and I thought you were tired.

[User] You know.. I have a weakness for long dresses.

[Assistant] It sure looks special, looks expensive too.

[User] Sure does. Hey, can I sponge a little cash of you?

[Assistant] Don't worry, Mary, I've got you covered.

[User] Thanks, Jeanine, you are a real pal. Let's go in.


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[User] Now darling, I know that we've bought this house together, but it's just going to be far too expensive to decorate it. I think we should sell it.

[Assistant] Oh, no, Nathan, I... I really think we've bought this flat at the right time, you know. Market prices are going to go up, and I think you'll find in a year or two it will be worth a lot more.

[User] But we're going to spend so much money in furnishing and decorating. I think we could get a much cheaper place that's already furnished.

[Assistant] But don't you like this place? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely.

[User] Well, only you liked it really, darling.

[Assistant] Oh, why didn't you say so then? But I still think we've made a good buy.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I am not sure what to do during the holidays, any suggestions?

[Assistant] Well, going to a cinema, visiting the galleries, exhibitions and museums, finding and meeting old friends, exercising in the health club or mountain biking. There are so many good choices.

[User] The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun. I just don't know what to do first.

[Assistant] Why not start with the most interesting one?

[User] Actually, I'm interested in all of them. The more choices we have, the harder to make a decision.

[Assistant] Toss a coin to decide then.


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[User] There is too much traffic in Taipei these days, I think cars should be banned.

[Assistant] I'm not sure about that. How would people get to work?

[User] Well, why not use buses or the MET?

[Assistant] Well, it may not be that simple. Not everyone likes public transport.

[User] Why not? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains.

[Assistant] Well, I don't often use them, I wouldn't really know.


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[User] I want to try my hand at the stocks.

[Assistant] It is very hard, you know.

[User] Don't worry. I know there are no pennies from heaven. I will work hard.

[Assistant] Good luck!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] What do you think of the new mayor?

[Assistant] No comment.


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[User] Hello, is this People's Theater?

[Assistant] Yes, it is. May I help you?

[User] Yes, are advance tickets for Nut croakers still available?

[Assistant] What date, sir?

[User] October 16th.

[Assistant] Let me see. Yes, we still have some tickets left. Which performance?

[User] 7:30 p. m. performance, please.

[Assistant] OK, we have tickets at 100 yuan and 50 yuan.

[User] I'd like to reserve two seats at 100 yuan, please.

[Assistant] All right. May I have you name, please?

[User] Du Kun.

[Assistant] When would you like to collect the tickets?

[User] Tomorrow.

[Assistant] We can hold them until one day before the show.

[User] How do we cancel, just in case?

[Assistant] Just telephone us, and let us know in advance. We don't charge for cancellation.

[User] All right, thank you very much. Good bye.

[Assistant] You are welcome. Goodbye.


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[User] Excuse me. In this museum, you are not supposed to take pictures.

[Assistant] Is that right? I didn't know it.

[User] Will you give me your camera? We have to confiscate your film.

[Assistant] Will you forgive me. Could you return my camera?

[User] We will keep and return it later.

[Assistant] Oh, I see. Then, can I buy slides and picture postcards somewhere?

[User] You can buy them at the souvenir shop near the exit.


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[User] Mary, I've some bad news for you.

[Assistant] I have already known that. I didn't get the scholarship, right?

[User] Yes. The board was favorably impressed with your application, but the competition was very fierce.

[Assistant] Can you help me? You know I do need the scholarship.

[User] I'm afraid I can't I advise you to try again next year.

[Assistant] Thank you. I will.


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[User] How can I lose weight, doctor? I seem to get fatter even when I just look at food?

[Assistant] Well, Jim. It is a combination of how much you eat, the type of food you eat, and when you eat your meals.

[User] I never eat breakfast though.

[Assistant] That's a big mistake, you should always have a good breakfast. You will not run your car without fuel, and as well you won't expect your body to work without food.

[User] I never thought about it that way.

[Assistant] I bet you eat a large evening meal, then sit and watch TV or read a book. Then instead of burning off your energy, your body stores it as fat.

[User] Oh doctor, I feel so foolish.

[Assistant] Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits.

[User] I know doctor, thank you so much.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I am confused. How could a golfer need so many clubs? Seems to me, 14 altogether, right

[Assistant] I should say, a a set of golf clubs is restricted to no more than 14 clubs.

[User] Then what makes a set of clubs?

[Assistant] In general, a set of golf clubs 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, PW ; Woods : 1, 3, 5 and a putter.

[User] So many?

[Assistant] This is not to say you have to carry all of these clubs. It depends on your preferences.

[User] Have you heard of Tiger Woods?

[Assistant] Of course even people who don't know anything about golf know his name.


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[User] Do you remember John from head office?

[Assistant] Yes.

[User] Have you heard what happened to him?

[Assistant] No, what?

[User] He had his car stolen. Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car.

[Assistant] What do you mean?

[User] Well, apparently, he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in.

[Assistant] Crikey. Where did this happen?

[User] In Taichung, I think.

[Assistant] Oh, right, I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there.

[User] Really? Well, anyway, they pointed their guns at him and said, you know, keep calm and drive out.... we don't want to hurt you... we just want your car.

[Assistant] So what happened?

[User] Well, he drove out, and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant, he pretended to have an epileptic fit, you know, to scare the thieves away. The attendant was no help at all, even though the guys were holding guns in plain view, he did nothing.

[Assistant] That's terrible.

[User] Yes, makes you think, doesn't it?

[Assistant] So what happened next?

[User] Well, he kept on pretending to have a fit, so they freaked out and just ran away.

[Assistant] Well, he sure was lucky.

[User] I'll say.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Are you a newcomer?

[Assistant] Yeah, this is my first visit here.

[User] You speak good English, though.

[Assistant] Thanks, but I speak English with a strong German accent.

[User] But let me tell you, you're doing just fine. I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German. By the way, how long have you been learning English?

[Assistant] On and off, for quite a few years.


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[User] Do you still see the people we went to school with?

[Assistant] I did for a while, I suppose, until I left university, but after that not really.

[User] Yeah, I've lost touch with most people as well, but I still see Rose occasionally.

[Assistant] Oh yes, how's she getting on?

[User] OK, I suppose, but she's had a rough time in the last few years, She got divorced.

[Assistant] What, from Peter?

[User] Oh, of course.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I hear that Helen does not relate very well to her husband.

[Assistant] Unbelievable! I remember her husband is her former classmate. They fell in love with each other in college.

[User] So what? Things have changed.


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[User] At last! The weekend comes again!

[Assistant] Yes. What will you do these two days?

[User] After five days hard work, I'm surely going to have some fun.

[Assistant] But I'd prefer to stay at home and have a good rest.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Bill, I must tell you the truth. You failed the English exam again.

[Assistant] Ah? Really? That stinks!

[User] Haha. April Fool's! Did you forget what day it is today?

[Assistant] Wow, you were pulling my leg all along. I was really fooled.

[User] Alright, now let's be serious. Actually, you get high marks in the exam.


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[User] Did you have a good holiday?

[Assistant] Yes and no.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] How are you doing?

[Assistant] I'm doing great.

[User] What movies have you seen lately?

[Assistant] I saw Forrest Gump the other day.

[User] What type of movie is that?

[Assistant] The movie type is drama.

[User] I can't believe you are watching movies. The weather is great. You should be outside.

[Assistant] I hate the hot weather. I'd rather stay indoors with the air conditioner.

[User] What else do you like to do besides watching movies?

[Assistant] I like to play computer games, read books, go shopping, and play pool.

[User] Out of those what is your favorite?

[Assistant] My favorite is to play computer games.

[User] What is your favorite computer game?

[Assistant] My favorite is Diablo. It used to be Star Craft, but it is getting a little old.

[User] If you like to play so much, when do you ever exercise?

[Assistant] Although I hate to exercise, I go jogging at least twice a week.

[User] That's pretty good. By the way, what are you doing next Saturday?

[Assistant] I am going to go to the bookstore.

[User] I am having a party Saturday night at my house. If you have time, you should come.

[Assistant] That sounds like fun.

[User] Great. I'll see you on Saturday.

[Assistant] Ok. See you later.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Thanks a lot for having us. We had a good time.

[Assistant] I'm glad you came. You're welcome anytime.

[User] Thanks. By the way, tell your wife she throws a great party.

[Assistant] I will. See you later.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Mike, these flowers are just gorgeous.

[Assistant] I'm glad you like them. Happy birthday!

[User] I can't thank you enough. I'm really touched. I don't know what to say.

[Assistant] Forget it. It's my pleasure. You mean a lot to me.

[User] You're the best!


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[User] Shall we sing with a karaoke?

[Assistant] Great idea! I do it every so often.

[User] For us, karaoke is becoming a popular entertainment.

[Assistant] Yep. If you are a good singer, your audience will feel comfortable, right?

[User] I can not agree with you more. And if you are an awful one, that will be funny.

[Assistant] I remembered Tom is always out of tune. We burst into laughter.

[User] Is that true? Shall we invite him to join with us?

[Assistant] So tricky!


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[User] I'm afraid I can't complete my paper on time.

[Assistant] What happened?

[User] I keep on meeting with difficulties in the experiment. I can hardly go on.

[Assistant] Where there are difficulties, there are ways to get over them. Hold on!


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[User] Have you heard Jenny divorced her French husband?

[Assistant] Oh, really? No wonder that she looks quite depressed recently.

[User] Yes. They used to be joined at the hip.

[Assistant] I heard they were just married for half a year.

[User] That's true. She said they often argued over nickel-and-dime things.

[Assistant] Yeah. Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock.

[User] You said it. You know, they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage.

[Assistant] Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married.

[User] Definitely. Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon.


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[User] Where do you usually do your shopping, Mrs. Lane?

[Assistant] I usually go to the supermarket, near the station.

[User] How do you find the prices there?

[Assistant] I think they are quite reasonable, and the vegetables are very fresh.

[User] I see you have bought some coffee. Would you mind telling me how much you paid for it?

[Assistant] Only 2 dollars and 25 cents.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hello, what can I do for you?

[Assistant] I am looking for a host home.

[User] How long will you stay with the host family?

[Assistant] Well, at least half a year. Do I have to do my own grocery shopping?

[User] Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you.

[Assistant] That is fine.


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[User] I cannot understand why she always helps and supports her brother.

[Assistant] Why do you say so?

[User] Because he is often in trouble.

[Assistant] She has promised her mother that she would be with him through thick and thin.

[User] Oh, I see.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Did you find what you were looking for?

[Assistant] I tried when you had gone, but I had no luck.

[User] Okay, let's both look for it now.

[Assistant] Okay.


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[User] I think I'm going to China this vacation.How about you?

[Assistant] Me? I prefer France.

[User] I went to France last summer.

[Assistant] Oh, really? I went to China last winter!


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[User] Jenny, I was wondering if you, um... are you busy this Friday?

[Assistant] Yes, Friday I have a class right after work.

[User] Oh. What about Saturday? Are you free then?

[Assistant] Saturday my parents are coming to town. What's up?

[User] What about tonight? Do you have plans tonight?

[Assistant] No. Did you want to go do something?

[User] Yes! Yes! I want to take you to dinner.

[Assistant] Oh! That sounds great! How about six o'clock?


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] There's a typhoon coming.

[Assistant] Is that right?

[User] That's what the weatherman said last night.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Do you want to go out for dinner tonight?

[Assistant] Sure. Have you got anywhere in mind?

[User] I'm starving, so maybe we could go somewhere with large portions.

[Assistant] That Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions. Do you want to go there?

[User] I'm not really in the mood for Italian, actually. I was thinking of something a bit spicy.

[Assistant] If you want spicy food, then I'd recommend going to a Thai, Indian or Chinese restaurant. How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road?

[User] I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there. But, they've westernized their food, so it's not actually that spicy.

[Assistant] You're right. Most of their dishes have sweet sauces. We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us.

[User] The Taj? They're a bit expensive, but they do serve large portions of very hot food.

[Assistant] The Taj it is then.

[User] Shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money?

[Assistant] They'll still charge us a corkage fee.

[User] That's right. It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway.

[Assistant] Don't worry about money. I'll treat you tonight.

[User] Are you sure? We could go Dutch.

[Assistant] No, I'll pay. It's my turn anyway. You paid last time.

[User] I won't argue with that! Let's go!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hello Martin. Have you been to any events yet?

[Assistant] Yes I have. I went to the table tennis yesterday.

[User] Oh wow. How was it?

[Assistant] Oh. It was great. I love Ma Lin. He's my favourite table tennis player. Have you seen anything yet?

[User] Oh I still haven't managed to get any tickets. I'd love to see something though.

[Assistant] Well, let's go to the marathon tomorrow then! We can just stand by the side of the road.

[User] What a great idea.


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[User] Hi! Dear! I'm waiting for you.

[Assistant] I know that.

[User] You know, although we've chatted twice, I've been thinking of you already.

[Assistant] Me too. I want to know more about you, eg, what's your real name and what do you look like...

[User] & you?

[Assistant] Look, I am playing the piano for you.

[User] Oh, thanks. I wanna see the real you.

[Assistant] Sorry, I have no photo in my computer. And I have no scanner. I will show you later.

[User] OK! Before that I'll take this one as you.

[Assistant] Ha! She is too little.

[User] Cute, like you.

[Assistant] I want to tell you that I like you

[User] Me too. Send you a kiss...

[Assistant] Thx.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hello.

[Assistant] Hi.

[User] How are you?

[Assistant] I'm good. How are you?

[User] Good. Do you speak English?

[Assistant] A little. Are you American?

[User] Yes.

[Assistant] Where are you from?

[User] I'm from California.

[Assistant] Nice to meet you.

[User] Nice to meet you too.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Did you hear what she said to me?

[Assistant] I heard it.

[User] What do you think I should do about it?

[Assistant] Just let it be. Her rudeness will come back to haunt her.


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[User] How many persons are there in your family?

[Assistant] There are three, my parents and I.

[User] Do you live together?

[Assistant] No, I live alone in a flat near my work place.

[User] Do you often go back to see your parents.

[Assistant] Yes, almost once a week.


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[User] Ben always appears rude to the people around him.

[Assistant] But he's really kind at heart.

[User] That's true. We can not judge people by appearance.


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[User] I'm glad to have had the opportunity to meet you here.

[Assistant] I trust you're keeping well?

[User] I'm doing great, thank you.

[Assistant] So we can get down to business.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] What do you think of the Olympic motto Higher, faster and stronger?

[Assistant] Well, it's better than Friendship first, competition second.

[User] Why? In my opinion, it doesn't matter whether you won or not. The most important thing is participation.

[Assistant] I still think nobody plays for nothing.


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[User] So Chris, I've heard that you're from a big family. How many people?

[Assistant] Nine total. Seven children and my parents.

[User] Seven children? That's a lot. Why did your parents have so many?

[Assistant] Well, my mother came from a big family, and wanted to have one of her own. My father was an only child, and didn't really care about having a large family, but my mother talked him into it.

[User] Jeez, seven children. That must have a lot of problems. We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right.

[Assistant] It can be hard, and there are certain sacrifices you have to make.

[User] Like what? I assume that there's no privacy.

[Assistant] That's one. Another is the lack of personal property. Everything you have, from toys to clothes, is used by your brothers and sisters. Especially clothes. Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs.

[User] And the age gap is also annoying. There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me. We have nothing in common.

[Assistant] Same problem here. There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family. The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] John, if you don't mind, I'd like to ask you a personal question.

[Assistant] I don't mind at all.

[User] All right.Are you married?

[Assistant] To tell you the truth, I'm not married. I'm still single.

[User] Then, when do you plan to get married?

[Assistant] I don't know.It s still up in tha air.


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[User] Miss Fallen, can you tell me why you want to get a visa to the States?

[Assistant] To study. I am going to the University of Tampa to do a postgraduate course for three years.

[User] And do you have the Letter of Acceptance from the University with you?

[Assistant] Yes, here it is.

[User] Thank you very much. And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years?

[Assistant] I've got a letter from my bank here. It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies.

[User] Could I see that, please?

[Assistant] Yes, here it is.

[User] Thanks very much. Well, I'll be able to give you a visa for one year, a student visa, that is.

[Assistant] Oh, but mine is a three-year program.

[User] Yes, it is a three-year, but you can renew the visa each year in the States. It is our usual procedure.

[Assistant] Okay, thank you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] It's a lovely day out today, isn't it?

[Assistant] It's beautiful. Enjoy it while it lasts. It's supposed to get cold tomorrow.

[User] What's the weather forecast for tomorrow?

[Assistant] It's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain.

[User] That doesn't sound pretty.

[Assistant] Do you have any plans for tomorrow?

[User] Well, I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends.

[Assistant] You might want to change your plans. With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow, the roads are going to be rather slippery.

[User] I suppose I should. I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions. Do you have any plans for tomorrow?

[Assistant] I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon.

[User] If you're lucky, it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day!

[Assistant] If that happens, then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies.

[User] That sounds like fun.

[Assistant] Hey, look outside! It's started to drizzle!

[User] English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Is there a city where it's always warm?

[Assistant] Yes, there are many cities where it's almost always warm.San Diego, for example.

[User] Are there any other cities where it's always hot?

[Assistant] Many.Most of the cities in the southern part of the United States are hot all year.

[User] But why do so many people live there?

[Assistant] Most people grow accustomed to the climate, but there are many others who complain about it all the time.

[User] Are there any cities where it rains a lot?

[Assistant] Several.Two good examples are Seattle, in the state of Washington, and Portland, Oregon.

[User] Tell us about some cold cities.

[Assistant] In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter.Boston and Chicago are two of them.

[User] Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston?

[Assistant] Oh, no.On the contrary, there are many beautiful days, especially in the spring and fall.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Mark, you are not telling me the truth. Now why?

[Assistant] Promise you are not going to be angry?

[User] Yes, all right. So why? Go on then. Say it. Oh, really, Mark. I promise I'm not going to be angry. Now why were you late?

[Assistant] I forgot.

[User] You forgot? You...

[Assistant] Ah, ah, you promised, and remember?


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Long time no see!

[Assistant] Yes. It has been a long time since the last time we met.

[User] It's nice to see you again. Have you changed jobs?

[Assistant] No. I've been visiting relatives recently.

[User] That's nice. Where have you been?

[Assistant] I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco.

[User] Are you busy now?

[Assistant] No. Why?

[User] How about a coffee in that cafe?

[Assistant] Great. Let's talk over coffee.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I'm really fed up with Larry! He's the biggest airhead I've ever met.He always makes careless mistakes, and he's a pain to work with.

[Assistant] You shouldn't be so negative.You ll always have some co-workers that are harder to work with than others.But if you are negative and start name-calling in the office, it will make a bad working environment for everybody.

[User] You only say that because you don't have to work with him.The people in your department seem so capable and nice to be around.Take Mary for example.She s smart and enthusiastic. I've never met anyone as cheery as she is.

[Assistant] Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses.Even Larry.He might be a pain to be around, but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects.Mary, on the other hand, spends our project money like there's no tomorrow.Also, she's never willing to stay a little later at the office.She always leaves at 5pm sharp.

[User] Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker? What about Bob? Everybody loves Bob.Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green, he is a great co-worker.

[Assistant] You're right.He s a hard worker, easy to get along with, honest, and he never steals the credit on projects.The only thing he's lacking in is experience.

[User] Maybe that's why he's so nice!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] You look pale recently.

[Assistant] Yeah. I have got much pressure in the company. I have to be wrapped up in my work.

[User] Take good care of yourself.

[Assistant] Thank you. I will.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Watch your step. There's a hole in the sidewalk.

[Assistant] Oh, I see.Thank you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I hear little Bob has recovered.

[Assistant] That's a great relief. I was worried about him.

[User] The operation was very successful.

[Assistant] His parents must feel very happy.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I can't believe that Anthony is finally getting married!

[Assistant] Yeah well it's about time! He's been living with his parents for 40 years!

[User] Don't be mean. Look here come the bridesmaids! Their dresses look beautiful!

[Assistant] Who are those kids walking down the aisle?

[User] That's the flower girl and the ring bearer. I'm pretty sure they're the groom's niece and nephew.Oh, they look so cute!

[Assistant] I just hope the priest makes it quick. I'm starving. I hope the food's good at the reception.

[User] That's all you ever think about, food! Oh, I think the bride's coming now! She looks gorgeous.Wait, what's she doing? Where's she going?

[Assistant] Oh great! Does this mean that the reception is canceled?


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hello everyone, and welcome to our CPR for beginners course.First of all, does anyone know what CPR stands for?

[Assistant] Cardiopulmonary resuscitation!

[User] That's right! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest.

[Assistant] What does that mean?

[User] Well, basically if your heart stops pumping blood, or your lungs stop pumping air, then we need to get them going again! That's when we have to apply this procedure. Let's begin! I need a volunteer.

[Assistant] Me! Me!

[User] Alright, come here and lay flat on your back. Let's suppose this young woman has stopped breathing. We must lift the person's chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs. Then we place our mouth over the other person's mouth and blow air two or three times, like this.

[Assistant] Wait, what are you doing? I'm a married woman! You can't just try to kiss me like this!

[User] Madam I'm not trying to kiss you! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency.

[Assistant] Well, OK. But no French kissing!

[User] As I was saying, we blow air through the mouth in this manner. Once this is done, we must try to get the heart going again. To do this, we place our hands over the person's chest, and press down firmly two or three times.

[Assistant] Wait, what are you doing! You can't just kiss me then go for second base!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] You're not going to believe what happened today. You'Ve got to promise to keep it to yourself.

[Assistant] Sure, what gives?

[User] Today Mr. Leo threw Sally out of class!

[Assistant] On the level?

[User] I'll say. I knew Sally would finally show her true colors. When she got her final test results back from Mr. Leo, she started yelling at him. You should have heard her. I'Ve never seen anyone get so upset before. To make a long story short, it seems that Mr. Leo failed her because he caught her cheating.

[Assistant] That's no laughing matter. That means she'll have to take the whole course again. I can't believe she's going to have to start from the beginning.

[User] It serves her right!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] This is my uncle, Charles.

[Assistant] He looks strong.What does he do?

[User] He's a captain.

[Assistant] He must be very brave.

[User] Exactly!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] OH, This is the famous Emperor Palace building.

[Assistant] It's huge.

[User] Would you like to go to the top?

[Assistant] Yes, of course.

[User] The view is breath-taking.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I really should be on my way.

[Assistant] Oh, not yet. At least have one for the road.

[User] No, thanks all the same.

[Assistant] Well, I am sorry you have to leave so early.

[User] Thank you very much. I really had a good time.

[Assistant] Well, thank you for coming.

[User] So see you.

[Assistant] Bye.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hi, how're you doing?

[Assistant] Terrible.

[User] Oh, what's the matter?

[Assistant] I'Ve got a fever and really a bad headache.

[User] Oh, that's too bad. Why don't you take some aspirin?

[Assistant] I'Ve already tried some but it didn't help.

[User] Well, it's necessary for you to see a doctor.

[Assistant] Yeah, I guess I should.

[User] Well, you'd better get some rest.

[Assistant] Thank you very much.

[User] Bye.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Valerie! Hi! Wow how have you been? It's been such a long time!

[Assistant] Darlene! Indeed, it's been a while! How have you been? Wow, you look amazing! I love what you'Ve done with your hair!

[User] Really? Thanks! I went to that hair salon that you told me about, but enough about me! Look at you! You haven't aged a day since the last time I saw you! What is your secret!

[Assistant] Ha ha, come on! Well, I'Ve been watching what I eat, and working out three times a week. By the way, I heard your son recently graduated!

[User] Yes, my little Paul is finally a doctor. They grow up so fast you know.

[Assistant] He is such a handsome guy. He gets his looks from his mother of course!

[User] Thank you! What about your daughter, Pamela? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently.

[Assistant] Oh yes. She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended.

[User] Such a lovely girl. I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday!

[Assistant] But of course! Well, it's been great talking to you, but I have to get going.

[User] Same here! We will catch up soon, maybe over coffee!

[Assistant] That would be great! Give me a call!

[User] See you soon! Bye! Egg... I can't stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I need help preparing for my presentation on Friday.

[Assistant] I could help you with that.

[User] Are you sure you have the time?

[Assistant] I promise you that I have the time to do this. If I didn't, I wouldn't offer to help.

[User] What would be the best time for you to help me?

[Assistant] Tomorrow night would work for me.

[User] Should we just meet here?

[Assistant] OK, and I'll bring some information that helped me with my presentation.

[User] I'll see you then.

[Assistant] See you tomorrow night.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I'm so angry. I feel like killing someone.

[Assistant] Calm down.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Let me see. How much should I pay for you?

[Assistant] Don't think about it!

[User] No, this will not do. Let me see.

[Assistant] You pay for the taxi and dinner, then to even things up.

[User] Good ideas.


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[User] Do you know that John isn't going to come back to our school?

[Assistant] Really? Why?

[User] He had moved and held a party on July 1st.

[Assistant] It's a pity that I was traveling around Europe at that time.

[User] Even he's not coming back to school anymore, you still can call him and meet him on weekends.

[Assistant] You're right! I will call him this weekend and meet him.


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[User] I went to Rotes ’, you know, Edith Roth is the author of a book about moths.

[Assistant] Is she? I thought she was a mathematician.

[User] I'm so thirsty.

[Assistant] Are you? I thought you had something to drink at her home.

[User] No. Edith didn't give anything to drink.

[Assistant] I'll buy you a drink.

[User] Oh! Thank you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] How long will it take us to drive to London?

[Assistant] I think it's a distance of 180 kilometers from here to London, so it should be a two-hour drive on the motorway.

[User] That's unless there is a traffic jam. It could take three hours.

[Assistant] You're right. We will be able to travel at high speeds at the beginning and end of the journey, because we will be in built-up area.

[User] So, shall we allow three hours to cover the distance?

[Assistant] Ok. You haven't seen my company car, have you?

[User] No. let me take a look... It's longer than my car.

[Assistant] I think it's over five meters long. I can't remember exactly. It has a maximum speed of over 200 kilometers an hour.

[User] Wow! That's fast! I don't think we will be traveling that fast on the motorway.

[Assistant] We can't. if we went that fast, we would break the speed limit.


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[User] I'm Miss Sherman. What seems to be the problem?

[Assistant] Well, apparently I'Ve run up quite a bill. I was under the impression that the Junior Executive Holiday Package only cost 250 dollars per night. I'Ve just been informed that it's actually 500 do

[User] That's true. For the Junior Executive Room... three nights... yes, your bill should be $ 1,500

[Assistant] But I definitely was led to believe that a three-night stay would be $ 750.

[User] The advertised rate is based on double occupancy.

[Assistant] When I booked the room, your staff didn't mention this. And the brochure and your promotional mailings do not mention that.

[User] Are you quite sure?

[Assistant] Yes. Have a look.

[User] I see. I had no idea our advertising was so misleading. It is here, but it's in the fine print on the last page.

[Assistant] Perhaps you could arrange to provide me with a new bill that reflects the advertised rate.

[User] Normally I couldn't do that. But under the circumstances, I'll see what I can arrange.Customer satisfaction is our primary aim.

[Assistant] Thank you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I wish I knew who had moved our flower pots.

[Assistant] It was me. I am so sorry.

[User] What did you think you were doing?

[Assistant] I had to move it, so that I can get my bike through.

[User] How dare you be so inconsiderate? That's wrong.

[Assistant] I am awfully sorry. I didn't think you would mind so much.

[User] Never do that again.

[Assistant] I promise.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Is anything the matter, sir?

[Assistant] Yes, it's my steak.

[User] What's wrong with it, sir?

[Assistant] It's too raw. I wanted mine well done, but this one here is almost medium.

[User] I am sorry you didn't enjoy it, sir. I will return it to the kitchen and bring you one that is well cooked. How is your steak this time, sir?

[Assistant] Very good. It's done just right this time, thank you.

[User] I am glad you enjoy it. I will tell this to the chef. Would you like some more beer?

[Assistant] Yes, please give me another Calsberg.

[User] Can I bring you some dessert?

[Assistant] No, thank you. I've had enough.

[User] How about some coffee or tea then?

[Assistant] Yes, I will have a cup of coffee.


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[User] Joanne, let's not make this divorce any more acrimonious than it already is, okay? Let's just get down to business and start dividing this stuff up fairly, so we can go our separate ways, alright?

[Assistant] Fine with me. I just want to get this over with. It's important we make a clean break. I should have signed a pre-nup.

[User] What was that?

[Assistant] Nothing! Anyway, you're right, there's no reason this has to be nasty.My lawyer tells me you'Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property, as well as the custody agreement - I keep the cat and you get the dog. So that's done... finally.

[User] Let's not go there, Joanne! Ok, so let's start with the record collection, I'll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back.

[Assistant] Fine, but I'm keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me.

[User] I believe that was a wedding present to both of us, Joanne. And you hardly ever use it!

[Assistant] He's my grandfather, and he never really liked you anyway!

[User] Whatever! Alright, I'll concede the silly gramophone, if you'll agree that I get the silver tea set.

[Assistant] How typical, when are you ever going to use a silver tea set? Fine! I don't want to drag this out any longer than necessary. What's next? What about these old photographs?

[User] Which ones? Let me have a look.Wow, look at that! That brings back memories... That?

[Assistant] Our trip to Italy! I remember that day. We were going to visit the Trev fountain, and we got caught in the rain...

[User] ... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet. I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley, smiling and laughing in the rain...

[Assistant] Oh, we really did have fun back then, didn't we?

[User] Oh, Joanne, are we making a big mistake? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can't reconcile and try again? I still love you.

[Assistant] Oh Jeff! I love you too! I'm so glad we didn't have to decide who keeps the motorcycle.

[User] The motorcycle? But that's mine!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hi! Ed, what's up?

[Assistant] Nothing.

[User] Doesn't look like it to me.

[Assistant] Just get out of my face!

[User] Woo, easy.

[Assistant] Leave me alone!

[User] What are you so ticked off about?

[Assistant] I don't want to talk about it.

[User] Maybe I can help.

[Assistant] I blew the finally exam.

[User] You've got to be joking.

[Assistant] No, I'm not.

[User] Well, don't get bend on a ship about it.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Can I help you?

[Assistant] Yes, I'm doing some research on Roman civilization. Do you have any books on the subject?

[User] These books over here are about ancient history. They might be helpful.

[Assistant] Can I check this one out?

[User] I'm sorry. It's for reference only, so it must stay in the library. But you're welcome to look through it.

[Assistant] Ok. And I'd like to check these books out.

[User] All right. They're due back next Wednesday.

[Assistant] Thanks for your help.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Do you think you will ever work at that company again?

[Assistant] When pigs fly!


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[User] Are there any seats left for Saturday night?

[Assistant] I still have five seats in the mezzanine.

[User] I suppose there's nothing cheaper, is there?

[Assistant] No. Nothing. I'm sorry.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Hi, do you have any tickets for the show tonight?

[Assistant] Sorry, it's all sold out.

[User] Well, do you have any for tomorrow?

[Assistant] We have tickets for the matinee. It starts at 3p. m.

[User] Ok. I'll take it.

[Assistant] Where would you like to sit?

[User] Do you have anything in the middle section? I want a good view, but sitting too close hurts my eyes.

[Assistant] Certainly.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Jenny, I want to go on a picnic. Could you come too?

[Assistant] I'd be glad to. I love picnicking.

[User] Then, put on your casual clothes and pack some food and beverages.

[Assistant] Can I bring my camera with me?

[User] Sure. Bring enough films, please.

[Assistant] I sure will.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] You're going to set up your own law office, aren't you?

[Assistant] Yes. After so many years of hard work, I'd rather I had an office of my own.

[User] If you need help, don't hesitate to ask me.

[Assistant] I'll be very glad if you would help.

[User] I'd like to wish you every success in your new venture.

[Assistant] Thank you. I wish I would.

[User] Good luck to you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I can look anybody in the face because I'Ve done nothing to make me feel guilty or something.

[Assistant] There are not so many people like you.

[User] You are flattering me.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Can I help you?

[Assistant] Yes, I'm doing some research on Roman civilization. Do you have any books on the subject?

[User] These books over here are about ancient history. They might be helpful.

[Assistant] Can I check this one out?

[User] I'm sorry. It's for reference only, so it must stay in the library. But you're welcome to look through it.

[Assistant] Ok. And I'd like to check these books out.

[User] All right. They're due back next Wednesday.

[Assistant] Thanks for your help.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Do you have much experience with kids?

[Assistant] Yes. I have three sons. Actually I also have a grandson.

[User] To tell you the truth, sometimes I regret having a baby so early. I have been making so many sacrifices just because my husband insisted on keeping the baby.

[Assistant] I understand. I was in your position before. At that time I couldn't depend on anyone taking care of the children for me. My husband seldom stayed at home.

[User] What about your mother? Did she help you?

[Assistant] Yes, she did a little. But you see, Americans are different from Chinese. You can't depend on your own mother to be a full-time babysitter. She could baby-sit only once or twice a week. That's it. I had to care for them most of the time.

[User] I see. So if my little family goes to America, I would end up taking care of my child all the time. My husband would have to make the bread for us. I just don't know how I would get some education and be able to get a job some day.

[Assistant] Don't worry. You can take night classes. I did that when I had kids. And soon your child will be old enough to attend kindergarten. Then you could find a job and work.

[User] Sounds not so easy to me. When that happens, I will be too old to learn.

[Assistant] No. You see, I went back to school to get my Master's Degree when I was in my thirties. You won't be older than that.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Now I know why I split up with Mike. We found we were simply not good for each other.

[Assistant] In what ways?

[User] Well, he is a typical Sagittarius guy, while I am a Cancer. We aren't really compatible

[Assistant] Ha-ha, so you believe in astrology?

[User] What's strange about that! As a person born under the sign of Cancer, I am home-loving and wish for a peaceful family life. But according to astrology, Sagittarius guys are too adventurous and risk-taking.They seldom think of leading a settled and peaceful life.

[Assistant] Is that so? I'm afraid it is too narrow-minded to judge people using astrology. It's all stereotypes!

[User] But in my case, the fact matches the theory. Mike is humorous, energetic, always as fresh as a daisy, but probably too ambitious. It frightens me!

[Assistant] But as far as I remember, you two caught on like a house on fire when you first met.

[User] Exactly. But later on, he cares more about his career than love. Work seems to be the better all, and all for him-so much that he doesn't even grudge sparing a day out with me.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] What does your father do?

[Assistant] He is a worker.

[User] What about your mother?

[Assistant] She is a nurse.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] When is your birthday?

[Assistant] August 1st.

[User] Do you usually have a birthday party?

[Assistant] Yes, we do.My parents prepare dinner for me.

[User] What would you do at the party?

[Assistant] We sing Happy Birthday at the party and have birthday cakes.

[User] Do you know when people began to sing the song Happy Birthday?

[Assistant] Well, I don't know.

[User] Let me tell you the story.In 1892, Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called Good Morning to you. But later someone added the words Happy Birthday to their tune.

[Assistant] So the Happy Birthday song has been popular since then?

[User] Yes, actually, the song has been sung since its publication in 1932.People all over the world have sung it in many different languages.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Wow! Look at all these books! I bet I can find a book about anything here!

[Assistant] Shih!! Please keep your voice down. There are people reading and studying here.

[User] Ok, I'm sorry. Are you the librarian? Maybe you can help me, I am looking for a book.

[Assistant] Yes I am. You can check our online catalog to search the book you want based on the genre, title or if you know the author, I can point you towards the right direction.

[User] I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes.

[Assistant] That would be in our children's section. That book shelf there on the right.

[User] Ok, I would like to check out these books.

[Assistant] Do you have a library card?

[User] No. How do I get one?

[Assistant] I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state.

[User] Here you go.

[Assistant] So you are all set. You can have these books for two weeks. If you need to have them longer, you can bring them here to renew them. If you don't, you get charged ten cents a day for each book.

[User] Ok, thanks!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] So will you come to work with us?

[Assistant] Can I use my green pad again to write you admiring notes?

[User] We'll have to negotiate that. It's a possibility.

[Assistant] You miss me, don't you?

[User] Don't push your luck, Dave.

[Assistant] OK, I'm in. When do I start?

[User] As soon as you can get here. We'll be waiting for you.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Kim! I'm here! I brought all my old maternity clothes plus Dave and Alice's baby clothes!

[Assistant] It's a little early for those, isn't it? I still have eight months to go...

[User] Believe me, the time will fly by! Before you know it, you'll be changing diapers! You have to start preparing!

[Assistant] I thought we could turn the upstairs study into a baby room. What do you think about lavender?

[User] I'll be back tomorrow with my work clothes and a gallon of lavender paint! You just sit back and relax!


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] You got a letter in the mail.

[Assistant] Give it to me.

[User] What is it?

[Assistant] It's my acceptance letter from UCLA.

[User] What does it say?

[Assistant] I'Ve been accepted!

[User] Are you serious?

[Assistant] I'm serious.

[User] Good for you!

[Assistant] NYU was my first choice, but UCLA is just fine.

[User] I'm so proud of you.

[Assistant] Thanks. I'm proud of myself, too.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] DO you have any plan for your future?

[Assistant] I'd prefer to go abroad, if possible.

[User] Many people are striving for going abroad nowadays.It seems to be a trend.

[Assistant] I'm one of them.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Too bad you missed Jane's performance.

[Assistant] How's it?

[User] It was so perfect that it won a unanimous 10.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] I went shopping without my umbrella yesterday morning.

[Assistant] Yesterday morning was beautiful I thought the sunning was going to continue.

[User] So did I. that's why I didn't take my umbrella. I got cold in the rain in the afternoon. It was raining cats and dogs.

[Assistant] I know. I could not believe it when I got hit by that storm. It was pouring with rain all afternoon.

[User] We really have some movable weather sometime. I wish I would live somewhere which were sunning all year round.

[Assistant] If it was sunning all year round there would be drought. You probably would not like it either.

[User] I guess you are right. Maybe I just wish the weather could be a little more predictable.

[Assistant] The weather forecasters are not good at predicting the weather would be like. Our weather is so changeable.


[System] Star is a friendly chatbot companion ready to engage in everyday role-playing conversations.

[User] Your garden is looking beautiful this summer. The flowers are really colorful.

[Assistant] Thank you. I have roses, tulips, and daffodils. Do you like the rockery with the smaller flowers?

[User] Yes, I do. Those are violets, aren't they?

[Assistant] Yes, they are. This afternoon, I'm going to prune the hedge.

[User] The lower branches on that tree are hanging very low. Would you like me to cut them off for you?

[Assistant] Thank you! That would be very kind of you. I have a saw in the garden shed.

[User] When the lower branches are removed, you'll be able to sit under the tree.

[Assistant] Tomorrow, I'll cut the grass. Then the garden will lock perfect.

[User] Just make sure children don't play in the flower beds and destroy the flowers.