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train_659 | Dr. Brook: Dr. Brook, I just don't know what's wrong me. I always feel tired and weak. My wife finally persuaded me to visit you to find out what the trouble is.
Rosene: From what is written here I can see that you had a very bad cold three years ago and that you also had a small operation last year. Did you have any bad effect after that?
Dr. Brook: Well, I don't remember.
Rosene: For example, how long did you stay at home each time you were ill?
Dr. Brook: Just a couple of days, but about six months ago I was home for about two weeks with a cold or something.
Rosene: Did you see a doctor at that time, or did you just stay at home?
Dr. Brook: No, I didn't see a doctor. When I began to feel better, I returned to work.
Rosene: And when did you start feeling so tired again?
Dr. Brook: It must have been about ten days ago. When I came home from work one night, there just didn't seem to be any reason to go back the next day.
Rosene: Well, it sounds as if your problem may be the kind of work you do. The tests I just made don't show anything really wrong. But I would like to make some further tests in the hospital.
Dr. Brook: That's fine with me.
Rosene: All right, you can check in tonight and I'll make the tests tomorrow morning. | Dr. Brook always feels tired and weak and comes to visit Dr. Brook. Dr. Brook says he usually stays at home for several days when he's ill and once he stayed for two weeks without seeing a doctor. Brook will make some further tests. |
train_661 | Delila: Keep going! You can do it! You are strong. Don't give up!
Zoe: I didn't know this exercise class was going to be so hard. I need water.
Delila: Hey, what are you doing? I didn't say you could take a break! You are here to lose weight, right? You aren't going to get healthy by drinking water.
Zoe: I am thirsty! I can't exercise without water. I hate this class. I'd prefer to exercise alone.
Delila: You need to try harder! You can do it! Keep going! Don't slow down!
Zoe: I think I'm done with this class. It's too difficult. I'm out of here. | Delila encourages Zoe to keep exercising but Zoe thinks the class is too difficult to insist on. |
train_662 | Haley: Can you tell me how to reach the bank,please?
Joly: Which bank? There are two: the Allied Irish Bank and the Bank of Ireland.
Haley: I have an AIB pass card and I want to get money from the bank.
Joly: You need to go to the Allied Irish Bank which is near the local shopping center, Dunnes Stores.
Haley: How do I get there? I have no knowledge of this area.
Joly: Cross the road and turn left at the other side. Walk a long the footpath until you reach the traffic lights. You will see a shopping center on the right hand side. Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping center. Keep going straight for about 100 metres and the bank is to your left.
Haley: It sounds a little bit difficult. How far is it from here?
Joly: It's not so difficult. It's about five minutes' walk from here. I can draw a map for you if you wish.
Haley: Oh, I would really appreciate that. | Joly shows Haley the ways to the Allied Irish Bank. Haley feels it's difficult and Joly draws a map for Haley. |
train_663 | Arel: Hi! Nice to meet you, Nancy! Where were you yesterday?
Nancy: I didn't come because I was sick.
Arel: You still look a little sick. You ought to go back to bed.
Nancy: I am going home now.
Arel: Did you drive today?
Nancy: Oh, No, I don't have a car.
Arel: I can take you home. Would you like a ride?
Nancy: Yes. Thanks a lot. Could you stop at the chemist's on the way? I need to buy some medicine. | Nancy tells Arel she didn't come yesterday because of sickness. Arel takes Nancy home. |
train_664 | Guendolen: Thank you, Thank you and welcome to everyone's favorite game show, Unbelievable Trivia. Today's contestant, Julie Jones, has just entered our bonus round and is trying to win our grand prize, $30,000 in cash and an all-expense paid, six-day vacation to China. Okay, Julie. In order to win the grand prize, you must answer all four of the bonus questions correctly. All of the questions are true or false. If false, you must make the statement true by giving the correct information. If not, you go home with our consolation prize: a fine set of encyclopedias on home repairs. [Oh] Remember. When the buzzer goes off, you must give your answer. Are you ready?
Julie Jones: I'm ready.
Sal: The first question: A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.
Julie Jones: Uh. True.
Sal: You are correct! Question number two: A tuna is the only fish that can blink with both eyes.
Julie Jones: True, I mean, I mean, I mean false. A SHARK is the only fish that can blink with both eyes.
Sal: Correct. Only two more questions. Number three: An elephant has the largest eyes in the world.
Julie Jones: I know that one. False. The giant squid has the largest eyes.
Sal: Super. This is the last question Julie. The national anthem of Greece has 134 verses.
Julie Jones: False. The national anthem of Greece has 158 verses.
Sal: You are right!
Julie Jones: Did I win?
Sal: Yes, Julie, pack your bags, and we'll pack your wallet. [Alright!] You're off to China. Well, that's all for today's show. See you next time
Julie Jones: Thank you, Thank you. | Julie Jones participates in the game show, Unbelievable Trivia. Guendolen introduces the rules of the game and asks Julie four questions. Julie answers correctly and gives the correct information, so she'll enjoy the all-expense paid to China. |
train_665 | Vitoria: Hello, Happy Time Catering Services, Vitoria speaking. How can I help you?
Joe Smith: Hello, Victoria. This is Joe Smith from country holidays. I wondered if you could do some catering for us next week, we are having a small reception. It's to launch our summer holiday advertising campaign. Will you be free?
Vitoria: When exactly is it? Mr. Smith?
Joe Smith: April 21st, that's Thursday. Oh, sorry, no. It should be Friday.
Vitoria: Oh, yes I can do that where will you be holding it?
Joe Smith: We thought we'd have that at head office and use the conference room, because there is enough room for everyone there.
Vitoria: Ok. What sort of things would you like?
Joe Smith: Just a light lunch I think, so that people can eat while they move around and talk to each other. You did some thing similar for us last year. We'd be happy to have the same menu again.
Vitoria: Right. I'll look at my diary and see what you had last time. Oh, I nearly forgot to ask you how many should I cater for?
Joe Smith: Well, I think most people will be able to come, perhaps around 30. No, let's say 35, to be sure.
Vitoria: Right, thank you for getting in touch, Mr. Smith. I'll send you confirmation of the arrangements by the end of this week.
Joe Smith: Ok. | Joe Smith calls Happy Time Catering Service and wants some catering for next week. Victoria asks his requirements and will send him confirmation of the arrangements by the end of this week. |
train_666 | Rodd: So how long have you been living in London?
Sansone: Er, a couple of years. How long have you been working here?
Rodd: Only a few months. I moved down here for the job. There was no work for me where I came from.
Sansone: Where did you come from then?
Rodd: I came from a small village called Arnside near Lancaster a year ago. There was nothing there. So I moved to London.
Sansone: Do you enjoy working here in this restaurant?
Rodd: Very much so. | Sansone's lived in London for several years while Rodd just moved there from Arnside for the job a few months ago. |
train_667 | Renae: Still feeling ill?
Jocelyne: Yes. And that medicine hasn't helped. Not a good start to our vacation, I'm afraid.
Renae: Do you have any idea what caused it?
Jocelyne: Well, I thought it might be last night's dinner.
Renae: But I am fine. Could it be the heat? It's enough to make anyone ill.
Jocelyne: I know. But we've been here a week now. Anyway, I've been careful in the sun and I've been drinking bottled water.
Renae: Then we'd better stay in the hotel today. | Renae and Jocelyne are having a vacation but Jocelyne feels ill. |
train_668 | Ignacio: Can I help you, Miss?
Sherye: No, thanks, I'm just looking. How much is that necklace?
Ignacio: 2,999 dollars.
Sherye: Too expensive! My sister's birthday is tomorrow. I'm thinking what I should buy for her.
Ignacio: You'll find that the prices of our goods are quite reasonable.
Sherye: Well, that's certainly nice to know. I'll take it.
Ignacio: It's a good choice. I'm sure she'll love it. Cash or card, Miss?
Sherye: I hope so. Card, please.
Ignacio: That comes to 3,199 dollars with tax. Please sign here. | Ignacio helps Sherye choose a necklace for her sister as a birthday present. |
train_670 | Kittie: Yes, sir. What'll it be for you?
Derby: Two hamburgers and French fries.
Kittie: Is there anything else?
Derby: Give me two cokes also, please.
Kittie: Is this to go or to eat here?
Derby: We'll eat here.
Kittie: Here you are. That's eight fifty.
Derby: And can I have some ketchup, please?
Kittie: It's on the service counter over there. | Kittie helps Derby order hamburgers, French fries and cokes. |
train_671 | Christoph: Good morning, International Student Office. May I help you?
Elwyn: I'd like to talk to the director about my plan to go home next week.
Christoph: Are you one of the students from England?
Elwyn: No, I'm from the United States. I came last May.
Christoph: I see. The director can see you next Monday. Do you prefer morning or afternoon?
Elwyn: Morning is better for me.
Christoph: Would 9:00 o'clock be alright?
Elwyn: That suits me fine.
Christoph: Good. We'll expect you then at 9:00 o'clock on Monday morning.
Elwyn: Thank you very much. | Elwyn wants to talk to the director about the plan to go home next week. Christoph helps Elwyn book the time. |
train_672 | Reuven: What's up? Are you still studying?
Adelind: Yeah, I'll be at it all night.
Reuven: When's the big test?
Adelind: Not for 3 days. But I have too many things to remember before then.
Reuven: You're taking this Spanish class so seriously. Don't you think you should lighten up a bit?
Adelind: I can't. Not only do I need to get good grades, but I also have to actually learn this stuff. Next year, I'm applying to a nursing program. And they give special financial help to students who speak 2 languages.
Reuven: Come on, you'll do fine. You always do fine.
Adelind: Only when I study hard.
Reuven: OK, but can't you take a little break? Hey, you should come get some fish with me. You know fish is actually very good for your brain. | Adelind studies hard to get a good grade and wants to apply for a nursing program. Reuven suggests Adelind take a break. |
train_673 | Andee: What can I do for you, Sir?
Tom: I'm Tom in room 508, and I want a wake-up call tomorrow morning.
Andee: At what time?
Tom: 6:15 am, please.
Andee: No problem, we have a computer wake-up service. Please dial 2 first and then the time. That is to say, dial 2 and then 0615.
Tom: I see. I should dial all the numbers 20615 in turn. Thank you. By the way, if I want to change my wake up time, what shall I do?
Andee: Just dial your new wake up time, the computer will record the new wake up time and delete the previous numbers automatically.
Tom: If I dial 20700, I will be waked up at 7:00 am, am I right?
Andee: Yes, quite right.
Tom: Thank you. Goodnight. | Tom wants a wake-up call tomorrow morning. Andee asks Tom to dial 2 first and then the time. Andee also tells Tom how to change the wake-up time. |
train_674 | Kurtis: Mr. Sharp, thank you for giving me this interview. So, my first question is, are you happy with your life?
Brian Sharpe: Am I happy? You may know you are the first person to have asked me this question directly. The others dared not because they were afraid I might say yes. They wanted me to say no so that they could make up stories about me.
Kurtis: What kind of stories?
Brian Sharpe: Brian Sharpe, author of over 100 historical novels, lives in a lonely house 30 miles away from Sydney. But is he happy?
Kurtis: Is that why you have refused many interviews?
Brian Sharpe: I'm tired of being told that I must be unhappy because I'm rich and successful. I'm not unhappy.
Kurtis: Understood. And I'm wondering if you follow a similar pattern of writing.
Brian Sharpe: I know what you mean. Do I write similar stories? I say no.
Kurtis: So, how do you create your heroes?
Brian Sharpe: My heroes live? They think for themselves. All their stories are drawn from life, my life, my friends' lives, including my friends in many books.
Kurtis: Sounds good to me. | Kurtis interviews Mr. Sharp. Mr. Sharp tells Kurtis he's happy and he doesn't write similar stories. His stories are drawn from life. |
train_675 | Miya: Hi Miya, how are you?
Nathan: I'm very well, thanks. But I'm crazy busy these days. How are you?
Miya: Fine, thanks. Why are you so busy?
Nathan: I have a Chinese test next week.
Miya: Come on, I believe you can pass it, your spoken Chinese is good enough.
Nathan: Uh, speaking is one thing, exam is another thing I'm afraid.
Miya: Anyway, do you want to have a coffee now?
Nathan: Ok, but I don't have much time. I have to go to the library.
Miya: It won't take long, let's go to the cafe.
Nathan: Ok. | Miya's crazy busy because of a Chinese test. Miya believes Miya can pass it and invites her to have a coffee. |
train_676 | Tom: Hello Tom, do you mean your going away?
Niall: Oh yes, I've booked the ticket and it's time for me to go back home.
Tom: Well, how long have you been in China?
Niall: I've been here for 2 years.
Tom: Did you enjoy your stay?
Niall: Yes, indeed. I should say. I've had a wonderful time over the past 2 years. You and Xiao Fang have given me a lot of help. People here are very friendly. Thank you all very much.
Tom: When are you leaving?
Niall: I'm off next Sunday. I've come to say goodbye today.
Tom: I'd like to invite you to dinner before you go. What about Friday?
Niall: I'm free on Friday. I'd like to come. Would you please ask Xiao Fang to be there, too?
Tom: Of course I will. | Tom will go back home next Sunday and comes to say goodbye. Tom invites him for dinner before he leaves. |
train_677 | Bruno: We need to have a serious talk.
Izzy: About what?
Bruno: Your attendance or rather lack of it.
Izzy: OK, so I've missed a few classes.
Bruno: A few classes? I've been told you've missed 6 out of 8 times in 2 different classes. That's really setting yourself up to fail. You're about to be in big trouble.
Izzy: What's the big deal about missing some classes?
Bruno: The big deal is that you're here on a student visa.
Izzy: So?
Bruno: So if you don't attend classes regularly, you won't be a full time student which your visa requires.
Izzy: What are you going to do? Turn me into the police?
Bruno: Oh, of course I'll have to report you if you continue missing your classes, then I'm afraid you'll have to pack your things. | Bruno has a serious talk with Izzy and tells Izzy Izzy's missed too many classes and Izzy might need to return to Izzy's country. |
train_678 | Jenny: Hi Jenny, I'm calling to ask you if you want to go to the park with us tomorrow.
Jolee: I'd like to but I cannot. I'm leaving for New York tomorrow.
Jenny: Are you going there to see a friend?
Jolee: No, I'm going there for work.
Jenny: Will you go by train or plane?
Jolee: Neither. David is driving to New York tomorrow. He'll give me a lift.
Jenny: That will be a long trip.
Jolee: Yes, but Lisa will go with us too. We can talk and listen to music on the way.
Jenny: How long are you staying for?
Jolee: Just 5 days. Oh, I have to pack now. I'll call you when I come back.
Jenny: OK. Bye. | Jenny invites Jenny to go to the park tomorrow but Jenny is leaving for New York for work. |
train_679 | Ricky: Hi, I would like to purchase a one way ticket to Brussels, please.
Harli: Certainly sir, this is our train schedule. We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm.
Ricky: How long does it take to get there?
Harli: About twelve hours. We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train. If you ' d like, you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive.
Ricky: Yeah, I think that is the best option. Do you serve food on the train? Twelve hours is such a long time!
Harli: Yes, of course. There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times. We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers.
Ricky: Great! I ' ll take it.
Harli: Here you are sir. Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot. Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train!
Ricky: I understand. Thank you very much!
Harli: Have a great trip. | Ricky would like to purchase a one-way ticket to Brussels. Harli recommends a sleeper on the overnight train which takes twelve hours and serves food. Ricky takes it. |
train_680 | Zsazsa: Isn't it past your bedtime already?
Zachary: I am not sleepy.
Zsazsa: It's getting late, and you have to wake up early tomorrow.
Zachary: There is no way that I can fall asleep right now.
Zsazsa: Try listening to some soft music.
Zachary: It won't work. I'm nowhere close to being tired.
Zsazsa: I really don't care, just go to sleep.
Zachary: What if I stay up and do something, until I get tired?
Zsazsa: You'll be up all night if I let you do that.
Zachary: I'm going to get to sleep eventually.
Zsazsa: You need to go to sleep now, so go to sleep.
Zachary: Good night. | Zsazsa insists that Zachary should go to sleep, even if Zachary is not tired. Zachary eventually agrees. |
train_681 | Olin: Doctor, I have the worst toothache!
Katinka: How long have you had this pain?
Olin: For about a week or so, but it ' s gotten really bad in the last couple of days.
Katinka: Did you do anything that might have aggravated your tooth?
Olin: You know, I was eating jawbreakers in the movies the other day, and I accidentally bit down really hard on one.
Katinka: What kind of toothbrush do you use?
Olin: I just use a regular hard bristle toothbrush.
Katinka: Does it bother you when you eat something really cold?
Olin: Yes, it definitely bothers me more when I do that. | Olin has had a toothache for a week. Katinka, the doctor, asks Olin about the details. |
train_682 | Janaye: Good morning, May. Good girl, you are reading English books again.
May: Good morning. There is no reason to miss so beautiful a morning. Is that a new bird?
Janaye: Oh, yes, my daughter bought it yesterday. We call her Lulu.
May: It looks so cute. Is it a parrot?
Janaye: Yes. Just look at her colorful feathers. What else can it be?
May: I see. It's interesting that there is also a parrot in my English book. His mane is Polly.
Janaye: Really? A foreign parrot!
May: He can speak English, too.
Janaye: Maybe you can teach Lulu some English words.
May: Lulu. Lulu. Say hello. hello. Oh, she is so smart. Good bird. | Janaye's daughter bought a new parrot. May thinks it's cute and teaches it some English words. |
train_683 | Lacie: The product's selling points is its advanced technoledge.
Ilyse: Unfortunately, it's just too expensive for majority of consumer to afford.
Lacie: Why is the price so high?
Ilyse: It's not just that the price is high, it's that the overhead to update an entire computer system to be compatible is costly.
Lacie: Model of computers aren't compatible?
Ilyse: Most current computer systems simply can't handle it because this model truly has extraordinary capabilities.
Lacie: Maybe after the next generation of technology comes out, the price of this model will become more affordable.
Ilyse: But by then, the technology will be outdated.
Lacie: True, but our focus has never been affordability anyway. Coastwise, we may not be very competitive, but qualitywise, we definitely have an edge.
Ilyse: That's right, no one else has a product on the market now that is comparable.
Lacie: This model has advanced technoledge, superior components, it is compact, and it's a top-quality product.
Ilyse: I guess you get what you pay for. | Lacie and Ilyse are talking about a product with advanced technology. Ilyse says it is expensive because the overhead to update an entire computer system to be compatible is costly. |
train_684 | Joyce: How about going to the cinema tonight?
Alyse: That's great. What's on tonight?
Joyce: I am not sure about the name of the film, but I know it's a romantic one.
Alyse: Romantic? I am afraid I like thrillers better.
Joyce: Don't you think it's too bloody?
Alyse: On the contrary, very exciting. | Joyce invites Alyse to a romantic film, but Alyse prefers thrillers. |
train_685 | Shawn: Hi, Jack, how have you been?
Jack: Not very well.
Shawn: Why? Looks like you're feeling very down! What happened?
Jack: Nothing.
Shawn: Come on. For a man who's feeling so, down, there're usually two reasons. Either his career is going downhill, or he has a broken heart. Since you're so successful, it must be the latter.
Jack: Well, you're right. I just broke up with Jane.
Shawn: Oh, I'm sorry. I thought you two were made for each ocher.
Jack: Well, you never know. I'm ready for a commitment and want to settle down, but she says she wants to pursue her career while she's still young.
Shawn: Well, she is not to blame. It's always difficult to choose between career and family.
Jack: Maybe you're right.
Shawn: Jack, I don't know what to say to comfort you, but cheer up! There are plenty of fish in the sea and you'll find your soul mate, your perfect match!
Jack: Yeah, but it's hard to forget her at moment. You know, we were together for almost five years. It's really hard... | Jack is down because he broke up with Jane. Shawn tells him to cheer up, but Jack thinks it's hard to forget her at moment. |
train_686 | Courtney: Your mp3 looks so cool. Where did you get it?
Brooks: I bought it online.
Courtney: Really? Do you often shop online?
Brooks: Yes. I buy most of my daily necessities online.
Courtney: I've never tried E-shopping. Is it better than shopping at an actual store?
Brooks: Yes, much better. You can log in a website, browse through many items and categories comfortably at home, order the goods, pay by credit or debit card, and the goods will be delivered to your home.
Courtney: Wounds good, and I don't have to queue up at the cashier.
Brooks: And you can still go'window shopping'just like in a real shopping mall.
Courtney: Well, are there any other advantages?
Brooks: Yes, most of the shops are closed at 22:00 or even earlier, but the internet operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be accessed anywhere.
Courtney: Are there many choices of online shopping?
Brooks: Sure. You can buy almost anything you can think of.
Courtney: Perhaps I should have a try. | Brooks bought Brooks's mp3 online. Courtney has never tried E-shopping and Brooks tells Courtney it's much better than shopping at an actual store. Courtney might have a try. |
train_687 | Jenni: Is there anything I can help you with?
Jacynth: Yes, thank you. I am really far behind on this project. Could you help me with the extra typing or xeroxing?
Jenni: I can do either one.
Jacynth: Good. That would be very helpful. Can you start with those pages over there?
Jenni: No problem.
Jacynth: Thank you very much! How long have you been working here?
Jenni: I have been working here for 5 years.
Jacynth: Well, we have some special projects coming up. Would you be interested in working on any of those?
Jenni: Yes, I would love to work on a special project!
Jacynth: Well then, I'll keep you in the loop. Thank you for your help today. | Jacynth asks Jenni to help with the project. Jenni is happy to do so. Jenni is interested in working on special projects. Jacynth will notify Jenni in the future. |
train_689 | Mei: Hello, Sunshine Travel Agency.
Nichols: Hello. Is there a package tour to Beijing?
Mei: Well, let me see. We have a nice one on which we still have several unfilled places.
Nichols: Does the tour have a Chinese-speaking guide?
Mei: Yes, sir.
Nichols: What is the cost of the tour?
Mei: Five hundred dollars altogether.
Nichols: It's a bit expensive. Can you tell me the schedule?
Mei: Yes, I will introduce the itinerary in detail. | Nichols wants to know more about the package tour to Beijing. Mei will introduce Nichols the itinerary in detail. |
train_690 | Horowitz: We'Ve been over this a thousand times. The data is irrefutable! Look, we'Ve done extensive research, built studies, and read the literature, and there is conclusive evidence to support my theory!
Orelee: Horowitz, I beg to differ. Even in your most recent study, the investigative approach was flawed! You know as well as I do that the collection of data was not systematic, and there is a large margin of error. To draw a definitive conclusion based on that data would be misleading
Horowitz: That is preposterous!
Orelee: You are trying to single-handedly solve one of the world's greatest mysteries, and yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are wrong!
Horowitz: I am not wrong! The chicken came first!
Orelee: No! The egg came first! | Horowitz says there is conclusive evidence to support his theory but Orelee disagrees. Horowitz believes the chicken came first but Orelee believes the egg came first. |
train_692 | Etti: I like to stay here.
Herta: Why?
Etti: People are very kind down your way. You're lucky.
Herta: Yes, do you always gather to welcome new comers?
Etti: Never.
Herta: Really?
Etti: Yeah. People down our way hardly speak to each other. | Etti likes to stay here because people are kind down Herta's way. |
train_693 | Sylvester: Are you cold?
Shannon: Yes, a little.
Sylvester: I wonder if we can change the temperature.
Shannon: I tried before. There are no buttons on the air conditioning.
Sylvester: There must be buttons. How do they turn it on and off?
Shannon: I think it is centrally controlled. They control it at the main desk.
Sylvester: Well, they have it too cold in here. I want to be warmer. I won't be able to sleep.
Shannon: I'm going downstairs for more drinking water. I will ask them.
Sylvester: What did they say about the air conditioning?
Shannon: They said it is centrally controlled. All the rooms are the same. They can't change it.
Sylvester: That's stupid. How can I sleep in this?
Shannon: You can wear more clothes. | Sylvester and Shannon are cold and want to change the temperature. The main desk tells Shannon it's centrally controlled. Shannon advises Sylvester to wear more clothes. |
train_694 | Jason: Hello, Kate! How are you doing?
Kate: Fine, thanks. How are you?
Jason: Fine. How are your term papers?
Kate: Oh my lord. I haven't really started them.
Jason: How could it be? They are due two weeks later.
Kate: I know but I was busy with my part-time job the last few days.
Jason: Kate, you know, I am thinking of getting a part-time job next year because I really need more money and I don't want to ask my parents for any more. But I'm so busy! How am I going to work and study? How do you do it? Do you have some good tips on budgeting time?
Kate: To be honest with you, Jason, I don't think I'm doing a very good job of balancing my schoolwork with my job. I'm always two steps behind. I've got to get back to the dorm and continue writing that paper. Say! Why don't you talk to your advisor? And let me know!
Jason: My advisor? | Kate tells Jason she hasn't started her term papers because she was busy with her part-time job. Jason wants to know how to balance work and study. Kate advises him to talk to his advisor. |
train_695 | Diandra: Could I order dinner?
Dee Dee: Of course. What would you like?
Diandra: I want a bottle of champagne, lobster tail, and filet mignon, medium rare.
Dee Dee: I'm so sorry. We ran out of filet mignon. May I suggest the porterhouse instead?
Diandra: That's too bad, but the porterhouse will be okay.
Dee Dee: May I be so bold as to suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne?
Diandra: Not tonight, thank you.
Dee Dee: No strawberries. We'll charge your amenities account, if that's okay.
Diandra: Charge it to whatever account you like.
Dee Dee: Your meal will be delivered as soon as it's all ready. Enjoy! | Diandra is ordering dinner. Dee Dee says they ran out of filet mignon and suggests the porterhouse. Diandra accepts it but refuses chocolate-covered strawberries. |
train_696 | Dana: Even with volume sales our costs for the Exec User won't go down much.
Robert: Just what are you proposing?
Dana: We could take a cut on the price. But 25 % would reduce much our profit margin. We suggest a compromise 10 %.
Robert: That's a big change from 25 %! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit. Any other ideas?
Dana: I don't think I can change it right now. Why don't we talk again tomorrow?
Robert: Sure. I have to talk to my office anyway. I hope we can find some common ground on this.
Dana: Robert, I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed, but we can try to come up with something else.
Robert: I hope so, Dana. My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal, but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground.
Dana: I understand. We propose a structured deal. For the first six months, we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 %.
Robert: Dana. I can't bring those numbers back to my office, they'll turn it down flat.
Dana: Then you'll have to think of something better, Robert. | Dana and Robert are discussing a deal. Dana suggests a reduction of 10%, but Robert says it's beyond the negotiating limit. They decide to talk again tomorrow. Dana proposes a structured deal but Robert still finds it hard to accept. |
train_697 | Mattie: How can I help you?
James Mason: Yes, I am James Mason from Anderson and Associates Limited. I would like to see Mr. Smith.
Mattie: Do you have an appointment?
James Mason: Yes, he knows I'm coming. Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock.
Mattie: I wonder if Mr. Smith forgot your meeting. I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until 4 p. m. Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place. Will you please have a seat?
James Mason: Sure.
Mattie: Yes, Mr. Mason. I just checked with our office manager, Ms. Terry. She said Mr. Smith briefed her on your project. She is just finishing up a meeting now. She should be with you shortly. Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting?
James Mason: That would be very nice. Thank you.
Mattie: Right this way, Mr. Mason. We can start with our front office. When Ms. Terry is ready, you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor. There is a conference room already prepared. | James Mason wants to see Mr. Smith. Mattie says Ms. Terry will meet him on behalf of Mr. Smith. |
train_698 | Lorie: What do you want to eat today?
Steven: I feel like having some dumplings. Let's go out to eat.
Lorie: No need! I know how to make dumplings. Let's do it from scratch. Can you give me a hand in the kitchen? I don't think I can finish everything by myself.
Steven: Of course. What do you want me to do?
Lorie: Just trim vegetables for cooking. I will cut up the meat.
Steven: I can do that. And I would like to make dumplings later.
Lorie: Yeah, you are my good helper, Steven.
Steven: Absolutely. | Steven feels like having some dumplings. Lorie knows how to make it. Lorie asks him to trim vegetables and Lorie will cut up the meat. |
train_699 | Wynne: My stay is over. Here's the key to my room.
Kimball: Thank you. And here's your receipt, sir.
Wynne: Many thanks.
Kimball: I hope your stay here was satisfactory, sir.
Wynne: This could be a great hotel, once you get rid of the insects. The city itself is great.
Kimball: I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit. Please have a pleasant trip home. | Wynne's stay is over. He tells Kimball this could be a great hotel once they get rid of the insects. |
train_701 | Amory: Good evening, sir. What's your pleasure?
Broderick: Give me a shot of whisky and soda.
Amory: With or without ice, sir?
Broderick: Certainly without ice. Ice will spoil the taste.
Amory: Would you like to say 'when', please, sir. ( Pouring soda )
Broderick: Whoa, when.
Amory: Enjoy your drink, sir. | Broderick wants a shot of whisky and soda without ice. Amory asks him to say 'when'. |
train_702 | Steven: I'm sorry, Julia! I can't get home early this evening.
Julia: What? But today is my birthday!
Steven: I know, darling. But I do have a lot of work to do, hope you can understand me.
Julia: But Steven, why don't you ask for a leave? . . . Steven, why don't you speak? Are you still there?
Steven: Hello, Julia? I can't hear you clearly. I'm afraid the line is out of order. Okay, B, listen! How about I hang up now and call you back later?
Julia: Okay! Bye! | Steven tells Julia he can't get home early for her birthday. She suggests him asking for a leave. He will call her back later. |
train_703 | Lynea: Are you looking for part time or full time employment?
Bridie: To start with I would like something part time with the hope that it can develop into something full time.
Lynea: So you are interested in being with a company for the long term?
Bridie: Yes, that's right. I like this city very much and would like to make my home here.
Lynea: Here is an application. Please fill it out to the best of your ability. Did you bring a resume and references?
Bridie: Yes, I did. I have them here.
Lynea: Keep them until you ready to give me the application and you can turn them all in at once.
Bridie: Thank you very much. This should only take me a few minutes. | Bridie would like to start with something part-time that can develop into full time. Lynea asks Bridie to fill out an application and turn it in with a resume and references. |
train_704 | Marianna: Hello! I'd like to get busy on my computer, but I need some broadband.
Gerrilee: There's an Ethernet cable in your room. Just plug it into the back of your laptop.
Marianna: Uh-oh! I can't use Ethernet. My computer is wireless only.
Gerrilee: That's okay. I can tell you about some alternatives we have.
Marianna: Any alternative that works will be great.
Gerrilee: Well, there's our computer lab on the first floor.
Marianna: That sounds good. What's the charge?
Gerrilee: The lab and the computers are no charge, but you have to pay for whatever you print.
Marianna: That sounds good. Now, how about the other alternatives?
Gerrilee: Of course. Our lobby is set up for wireless, so just bring your computer down here.
Marianna: Use my laptop in the lobby? That's great! Now, if I need to print something there?
Gerrilee: They plan to install a printer here. But until then, you'll have to use the lab. | Marianna needs some broadband. Gerrilee gives some alternatives, such as use the computer lab or the computer in the lobby which is set up for wireless. |
train_705 | Ruddie: Have you seen the news today?
Florina: Not yet. What happened?
Ruddie: Did you know there was a blackout last night?
Florina: Yes, I heard the lights were out all night.
Ruddie: Well, some people decided to loot last night.
Florina: I don't understand.
Ruddie: They took advantage of the blackout.
Florina: They really started looting?
Ruddie: Yes, apparently four stores were broken into.
Florina: Did the looters get caught?
Ruddie: There was no evidence of who did it.
Florina: Hopefully we won't have any more blackouts. | Ruddie tells Florina some people looted during the blackout last night. Florina hopes there won't be more blackouts. |
train_706 | Evangeline: The weather is terrible.
Hali: Yes. It was sunny and warm yesterday but the wind is really blowing hard now.
Evangeline: I'm wearing my heavy jacket.
Hali: I'm going to put on more clothes, too.
Evangeline: Will it snow today?
Hali: I don't know. Do you like snowing?
Evangeline: Yes, when it snows, every where is white. It's very beautiful.
Hali: You can read the newspaper. Maybe it will tell you whether it will snow or not.
Evangeline: Good idea. | Evangeline and Hali think the weather is terrible and decide to wear more clothes. Hali suggests Evangeline reading the newspaper to know whether it will snow or not. |
train_707 | Sybille: Hey Sarah, I'm having some trouble finding an apartment. Can you help me look at some listings online?
Sarah: Sure. What kind of apartment are you looking for?
Sybille: Well, it has to be cheap. I don't want a really expensive apartment.
Sarah: OK. Would you like to live in a studio?
Sybille: Sure, a studio would be fine. | Sybille asks Sarah to help Sybille find a cheap apartment. She suggests Sybille living in a studio. |
train_708 | Frank: Hi, Sue. How's it going?
Sue: Oh, hi, Frank, just fine. How are your classes?
Frank: Pretty good. I'm glad this is my last term here, though.
Sue: Why is that? I thought you were enjoying school.
Frank: I was. But now I'm getting tired of it. I'm ready for the real world.
Sue: What are you planning to do when you graduate?
Frank: First, I want to get a job as a computer programmer, and then after five years or so, I'd like to start my own business.
Sue: Sounds good. I still have three terms to go until I'm done.
Frank: You'll make it for sure. Well, see you later.
Sue: Bye! | Frank is glad this is his last term. He wants to get a job and start his own business. Sue still has three terms to go. |
train_710 | Juliann: Can I have breakfast in my room?
Shelba: Certainly, madam. Breakfast is served in your room from 7 o'clock until 9. Here's the menu.
Juliann: I'd like to have Chinese food.
Shelba: Yes, madam. And at what time would you like it?
Juliann: About eight o'clock, I think.
Shelba: Very good, madam. And what kind of fruit juice would you like?
Juliann: I'd like orange, please.
Shelba: Orange juice. And would you prefer tea or milk?
Juliann: Tea, please.
Shelba: Thank you very much. Good night. | Juliann tells Shelba she would like to have Chinese food, orange juice, and tea in her room at eight o'clock. |
train_711 | Mmarianne: Hello, Jack! Do you think you can give me a lift to the station? I must go there to pick my sister.
Jack: I'm terribly sorry, but I can't. I have to be at work by 8:30. I can call you a taxi, though. | Jack can't give Mmarianne a lift to the station. He can call Mmarianne a taxi. |
train_713 | Lemmie: Can we make you an offer? We would like to run the campaign for four extra weeks.
Datha: Well, can we summarize the problem from my point of view? First of all, the campaign was late. It missed two important trade affairs. The ads also did not appear into key magazines. As a result, the campaign failed. Do you accept that summary of what happened?
Lemmie: Well, the delay wasn't entirely our fault. You did in fact make late changes to the specifications of the advertisements.
Datha: Uh, actually, you were late with the initial proposals so you have very little time and in fact, we only asked for small changes.
Lemmie: Well whatever, can we repeat our offer to run the campaign for 4 extra weeks?
Datha: That's not really the point. The campaign missed two key trade affairs. Because of this, we are asking you either to repeat the campaign next year for free, or we only pay 50% of the fee for this year.
Lemmie: Could we suggest a 20% reduction to the fee together with the four week sustention to the campaign.
Datha: We are not happy. We lost business.
Lemmie: I think we both made mistakes. The responsibility is on both sides.
Datha: Ok, let's suggest a new solution. How about a 40% cut in fee, or a free repeat campaign?
Lemmie: Well, let's take a break, we're not getting very far. Perhaps we should think about this. | Lemmie and Datha are talking about a fail campaign. Datha asks either to repeat the campaign next year for free or 50% reduction of the fee. Lemmie suggests a 20% reduction together with the four-week sustention. They will take a break and find a new solution. |
train_714 | Quigly: Excuse me. Would you please make a suit with this material?
Peri: Sure. May I take your measurements?
Quigly: Please don't make it too tight. This is for autumn wear, so make sure you allow for a cardigan underneath.
Peri: I see, sir. Can you come back for a fitting on the 10th, that's in a week's time?
Quigly: The 10th? I'm sorry, but you see I'm going to attend an international conference on the 11th. Could you have the suit ready by the 8th, or at the latest, the 9th?
Peri: Well, a business suit usually takes ten days' time. But in your case, we'll try to have it ready sooner. How about coming for your fitting on the 8th? Then your suit will be ready for you on the 10th?
Quigly: That's fine, thank you. | Quigly asks Peri to make a suit. Quigly needs it ready at the latest by the 9th. Peri suggests Quigly coming for a fitting on the 8th and the suit will be ready on the 10th. |
train_715 | Winnie: what happened? Why didn't he win?
Rick: didn't you hear? He was disqualified.
Winnie: how did that happen? He's so talented! I thought he had a great chance of winning a gold medal!
Rick: if he didn't have any drug problems, he would have won.
Winnie: what? What kind of drugs was he using?
Rick: he was taking steroids to make him stronger and faster.
Winnie: I thought that all athletes were supposed to be regularly tested for drugs.
Rick: they are. The reason why they didn't disqualify him until after the race is because the results from the text only came back afterwards.
Winnie: that's so disappointing. I don't know why top athletes would feel the need to take drugs.
Rick: I don't think it's right, but I can understand why they might. Imagine how much pressure there would be to win for your country!
Winnie: regardless of how much pressure you're under, there's never a good reason to take drugs.
Rick: I agree. Hopefully with the new regulations, fewer athletes will try to cheat with drugs.
Winnie: let's hope so. | Rick tells Winnie the athlete was disqualified for taking drugs. Winnie thinks it's disappointing. They hope with the new regulations, fewer athletes will try to cheat with drugs. |
train_716 | Hans: Hi, Cindy. I thought I'd missed you.
Cindy: Oh, I am very sorry, Hans. Thank you for waiting for me. You must have been here a long time already.
Hans: It's all right.
Cindy: I was caught in the heavy rain, or I would have come earlier. I am sorry I kept you waiting.
Hans: I was in a comfortable place, so really, it's no problem. I am happy to see you. Did the rain hold you up long?
Cindy: Yes. When I came out of the subway, it was raining cats and dogs. And I forgot my umbrella. So I had to wait for the rain to let up.
Hans: I totally understand. | Cindy was caught in the heavy rain so she kept Hans waiting for a long time. Hans understands her. |
train_718 | Andres: Please show me the menu, Miss.
Abigail: Of course. Here you are. Can I take your order now?
Andres: Yes. I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.
Abigail: All right. Can I serve you anything else?
Andres: Yes, I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards. Make it hot, please.
Abigail: You've got it, sir. | Andres orders an Italian soup, some fried noodles, and coffee with Abigail's help. |
train_719 | Vikky: Hey, let me show you the place. Eh, here's the living room.
Fanechka: Oh, it looks like you could use a new carpet.
Vikky: Well, I've had a few problems with some former roommates. I know it needs to be cleaned. But I just don't have the money to do it right now.
Fanechka: Oh, and what about the kitchen?
Vikky: Well, the refrigerator door is broken a little bit, and it won't shut all the way, but it isn't that bad.
Fanechka: How about the bathroom?
Vikky: Eh, the window needs fixing.
Fanechka: Hey, I think I've seen enough. I can't believe you've survived under these conditions. | Vikky shows Fanechka around the house and Fanechka is not satisfied with the bad conditions. |
train_720 | Ajay: Hi, Maggie. I saw your painting in the end of year school art exhibition that all the parents went to. It was great.
Maggie: Well, our art teacher seemed really pleased with it, but I'm not sure what the parents thought about.
Ajay: Oh, don't worry. I only heard them saying good things about it.
Maggie: Hmm...He probably didn't notice that I hadn't used the right colors.
Ajay: I don't think anyone noticed.
Maggie: No, but I did. But it was too late to do anything about it. Well, next time I'll do something better hopefully. | Ajay saw Maggie's painting and thinks it was great, but Maggie worries that she didn't use the right colors and hopes she'll do something better next time. |
train_721 | Mary Jackson: Hi. My name's Mary Jackson and I have a friend Susan, whose son Bobby is taking gymnastic lessons from you. She suggested I call you.
Georgena: OK. Will the lessons be for yourself or a child?
Mary Jackson: They will be for myself. My son's only 3 and I'd like him to start taking lessons next year.
Georgena: Very well. Do you like sports or do you have another reason for taking up lessons?
Mary Jackson: I like sports.
Georgena: Then what would you like to learn?
Mary Jackson: I'd like to learn how to be a gymnasts. I also want to help my son study gymnastics.
Georgena: Good. We'll fix a date then.
Mary Jackson: Thank you. How about on the weekends? Can you spare some time?
Georgena: OK. I'll just check my calendar and we'll call you later when I know for certain. Bye. | Mary Jackson calls Georgena to take gymnastic lessons for herself. Georgena will call her later to fix a date. |
train_722 | Sally Bookworm: Good news.
Carol: What's it?
Sally Bookworm: The IOC President Thomas Bach announced the winner just now.
Carol: What winner?
Sally Bookworm: Sally Bookworm. Beijing's got the right to host the twenty fourth Winter Olympic Games in 2022.
Carol: That's really good news. Tell me something further please.
Sally Bookworm: Beijing and it's cold bitter Zhangjiakou 144 nods against all Marty's 40 in the voting becoming the first city to host both summer and winter Olympics.
Carol: Wonderful. I'll do something for the Winter Olympic Games from now on. | Sally Bookworm tells Carol Beijing's got the right to host the twenty-fourth Winter Olympic Games in 2022. Carol thinks it's good news. |
train_723 | Jack: Lucy, I heard that you got a part-time job. Is that true?
Lucy: Yes Jack, I am working as a guide in our cities museum. I explained basic details about pictures, items and the like to the visitors.
Jack: That sounds like a hard job. You must have to learn a lot about history.
Lucy: I do, but that's ok. I like reading about the past, history helps us to know what to do in our present situation. I love the job.
Jack: You will learn a lot in this job.
Lucy: And most importantly, I can get some good work experience. | Lucy tells Jack she is working as a guide in their cities museum and she loves the job. |
train_724 | Smith: Look at you, you are so cute. Hey, does this guy have a name?
Hopper: Yes, that's Hopper. We call him that because of how he likes to jump around and eat a lot of carrots.
Smith: He seems to be getting along with the other animals, too.
Hopper: All of the animals you see here have been rescued, and in most cases, they are separated from their mothers. They're all like brothers and sisters.
Smith: I have a dog and a cat at home. Do you think it would be too stressful for him?
Hopper: Not at all. As long as your animals are well trained, it shouldn't be a problem. You should get a cage for him, though.
Smith: Is he healthy? Or does he need to be taken to an animal doctor first?
Hopper: He's 100% healthy.
Smith: I'll take him. Come here, Hopper. | Smith and Hopper are talking about Hopper who is a rescued animal. Hopper tells Smith he is 100% healthy and Smith will take him. |
train_725 | Elsi: Good afternoon, I would like to speak with the manager, please.
Jill: Why? What's your problem?
Elsi: Well, I just picked up a TV at your store yesterday afternoon. And when I was taking it out of the car. It sort of accidentally fell. It looks ok. But the picture is pretty unclear. Do you think I can have someone look at it or get it changed?
Jill: Ok, I will talk to the manager about it right now, please wait a moment.
Elsi: Ok, thank you.
Jill: Well, we can have someone repair it for you, but as it was caused by you. I'm afraid you have to pay for half of the repair cost and we will pay the other half
Elsi: That will be fine. Thank you. | Jill can have someone repair Elsi's TV but Elsi has to pay for half of the repair cost because it was caused by Elsi. Elsi agrees. |
train_726 | Eloise: Anna, your wedding day is this weekend. Are you ready?
Anna: Yeah, I think so, except for one thing. I'm supposed to wear some special things to the wedding for good luck.
Eloise: I've thought you were planning to wear a wedding dress.
Anna: I am of course, but it says that to have a happy marriage, I have to wear something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.
Eloise: I've never heard about that. So what are you going to wear?
Anna: Well, for something old, I'm wearing my grandmother's diamond ring. And my wedding dresse is something new and I'm wearing blue flowers in my hair.
Eloise: OK. That's something old, new, and blue. You still need something borrowed.
Anna: Yeah, I just don't know what though.
Eloise: Hey! How 'bout this? It's my lucky coin. I always wear it inside my shoe when I need good luck. You can borrow it and put it in your shoe during the wedding.
Anna: Oh, thanks. Now I'm ready for my wedding day. | Anna tells Eloise she needs to wear something special for her wedding. She's prepared everthing except something borrowed. And Eloise lends her Eloise's lucky coin. |
train_727 | Robinson: Royal Hotel, can I help you?
Abdullah: Yes. I urgently need a room for tomorrow night, and do you have any vacancies?
Robinson: Yes, we have. What kind of room would you like?
Abdullah: I'd like a suite with an ocean view, please.
Robinson: No problem, sir. | Robinson helps Abdullah book a suite for tomorrow night. |
train_728 | Francis: Francis, you have done an outstanding work in the past six months. In view of your achievement, I trust you ' re now indispensable part of our company and you deserve an officer director title.
Sebastien: I am so happy to know that I could make some contribution to our company.
Francis: This title does not only give you a raising pay-check, but also increase responsibilities. Congratulations, and hope the best for you.
Sebastien: Thank you, I will be doing my best. | Sebastien praises Francis's performances and gives the title of officer director to him. |
train_729 | John: John, I ' d like you to meet Charles Brown, our new manager at the airport.
Maury: Yes, certainly. How can I recognize him?
John: He is short, well-built, and he ' s got light blond hair.
Maury: Is there anything else?
John: He has a mustache, if I remember correctly, and a light complexion.
Maury: How old is he?
John: He is in his late thirties.
Maury: Well. I shouldn ' t have any trouble recognizing him. What time does his flight arrive?
John: At 2 thirty. | John asks John to meet Charles Brown at the airport and tells him how to recognize Brown. |
train_730 | Maury: Can you tell that I ' m excited?
Kevina: What are you excited about?
Maury: I voted today.
Kevina: Was this your first time?
Maury: I just turned 18 a month ago.
Kevina: You ' re lucky.
Maury: What do you mean?
Kevina: Because you turned 18 in an election year.
Maury: I didn ' t even think of that.
Kevina: You didn ' t?
Maury: I really didn ' t, but I ' m still excited.
Kevina: You should be, because you ' re a part of history. | Maury is excited about voting and Kevina thinks Maury is lucky to turn 18 in an election year. |
train_731 | Elaina: Hello. Can you tell me what the procedures of applying for a job are?
Goldie: Yes, of course. There are many steps. You can apply for the job on the Internet and then send your resume to the e-mail address of the company. And wail the feedback of the company.
Elaina: What is the qualification needed by the position?
Goldie: You must have over 2 years'experience first. | Goldie tells Elaina the procedures of applying for a job and the qualification needed. |
train_732 | Xiamen: Can I still catch T107 for Xiamen?
Avis: Sorry, sir. The train has already left.
Xiamen: That's too bad. Can I take another train?
Avis: Yes. Your ticket is valid for three days.
Xiamen: That's great! I will take the next train.
Avis: You have to have your ticket checked.
Xiamen: Shall I pay extra charge?
Avis: No extra charge at all. But your berth will be invalid. | Xiamen missed a train but Avis tells him he can take another train without extra charge. |
train_733 | Catlee: From the looks of this house from the outside, I don't really think that I want to go inside.
Hillel: From here, it does look like it could use a little work. Let's see what the interior looks like.
Catlee: I am not impressed by the interior of this house.
Hillel: Sometimes all a place needs is a little bit of cleaning and some fresh paint.
Catlee: With so few windows, how can you even see what the problems are?
Hillel: I think that we should check out the kitchen. It is listed as roomy and spacious.
Catlee: Where are you supposed to store things without any cabinet space?
Hillel: The picture in the listing shows a lovely master suite. I think that we should go look at it since we are here.
Catlee: Is there a dead animal somewhere in here?
Hillel: Well, I think that it is pretty safe to say that this is not the house for you. | Hillel advises to see the interior look of the house but Catlee doesn't like the setting and decoration. Hillel thinks that it's not the house for Catlee. |
train_734 | Jesse: I've heard that you are going to call for a tender. What kind of goods would you like to buy?
Osbert: Yes, we're ready to start the invitation to tender. You're well informed. We'd like to build new factory.
Jesse: When do you open the tender? And where?
Osbert: We intend to open the tender at first next month in Beijing.
Jesse: And when is the closing date?
Osbert: The time period is set on June 29th.
Jesse: Could you please tell me something more about the conditions for the tender?
Osbert: All right. The area of the factory buildings is around 8, 000 square meters. You can read the details in the invitations which will be sent tomorrow.
Jesse: Thank you for your information.
Osbert: You're welcome.
Jesse: I'm sorry to have taken up too much of your time.
Osbert: It doesn't matter. We'll be in touch.
Jesse: Okay, bye!
Osbert: Bye! | Osbert calls for a tender to build a new factory. Jesse asks Osbert when and where to open the tender, and the conditions for the tender. |
train_735 | Blanca: Hello. I am calling about the apartment you advertised.
Arly: Yes, what kind of apartment are you interested in?
Blanca: I am interested in one-bedroom. Do you have any available?
Arly: Yes, I have one. When you need it?
Blanca: Sometime around next week. What can you tell me about this apartment?
Arly: Well, It's a one-bedroom apartment. The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit. You pay electricity only. Gas and water is included. Both the heat and stove are gas. Let me see, what else. . . Oh, you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge. And that's probably it.
Blanca: Sounds good. May I come over tomorrow to take a look?
Arly: Sure. What time would you like to come?
Blanca: How about 10 am?
Arly: Good, May I have your name, please?
Blanca: My name is Blanca.
Arly: Thanks for calling, Blanca. I'll see you tomorrow. | Arly recommends a one-bedroom apartment and introduces some information about the apartment to Blanca. Blanca is satisfied and makes an appointment to take a look. |
train_737 | Ravi: Some of them seem to be of the latest style. Now I'Ve a feeling that we can do a lot of trade in this line. We wish to establish relations with you.
Meta: Your desire coincides with ours.
Ravi: Concerning our financial position, credit standing and trade reputation, you may refer to Bank of Hong Kong, or to our local Chamber of Commerce or inquiry agencies.
Meta: Thank you for your information. As you know, our corporation is a state-operated one. We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mu - dual benefit. Establishing business relations between us will be to our mutual benefit. I have no doubt that it will bring about closer ties between us.
Ravi: That sounds interesting. I'll send a fax home. As soon as I receive a definite answer, I'll make a specific inquiry.
Meta: We'll then make an offer as soon as possible. I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us.
Ravi: So do I. | Ravi wants to establish business relations with Meta's cooperation. Meta thinks that will be to their mutual benefits, and Ravi will send a fax home to wait for a definite answer. |
train_738 | Nanci: So, how's your work?
Fredelia: Good. How about you?
Nanci: I am going to resign. A few of the new staff have already left. Obviously, a lot of similar jobs pay much better salaries.
Fredelia: But your company is huge. Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages.
Nanci: But we have a policy of paying according to seniority in the company, so new employees get quite low salary, no matter how excellent they have done.
Fredelia: That's shortsighted. By the time the workers are experienced and contributing. They are likely to go.
Nanci: That's why I am going to leave.
Fredelia: But you have already worked there for five years.
Nanci: I am worried about my future. I can't believe that our company is as big as it is. The company can only continue to grow by taking care of its staff.
Fredelia: Well. The management doesn't seem to think that way. Anyways, you have to think twice before you act.
Nanci: Thank you. I will. | Nanci talks about the plan to resign because of the low salary and Nanci's worry about the future. Fredelia suggests Nanci should think twice before the act. |
train_739 | Sasha: You'd better prepare for the examination.
Emmet: I don't think the exam will be very hard.
Sasha: You should change your attitude, or you will not pass the course.
Emmet: Maybe you're right. I have been too lazy lately. | Sasha suggests Emmet should prepare for the examination. |
train_740 | Chas: How about you, Chuck? Where did you grow up?
Chuck: Well, I was born in Ohio, but I grew up in Texas.
Chas: And when did you come to Los Angeles?
Chuck: In 1978. I went to college here.
Chas: Oh. What was your major?
Chuck: Drama. I was an actor for five years after college.
Chas: That's interesting. So why did you become a hairdresser?
Chuck: Because I needed the money. And because I was good at it. Look! What do you think? | Chas asks Chuck his growing-up place and major. Now Chuck is a hairdresser. |
train_741 | John: John, I'd like you to meet Charles Brown, our new manager at the airport.
Morgana: Yes, certainly. How can I recognize him?
John: He is short, well-built, and he's got light blond hair.
Morgana: Is there anything else?
John: He has a mustache, if I remember correctly, and a light complexion.
Morgana: How old is he?
John: He is in his late thirties.
Morgana: Well. I shouldn't have any trouble recognizing him. What time does his flight arrive?
John: At two thirty. | Morgana asks John to meet Charles Brown at the airport and tells him how to recognize Brown. |
train_742 | Fred: Hey! Fred, you are five minutes earlier than me today. Usually, you don't.
Bobbie: Hurry! It is time for me to steal something.
Fred: What's your meaning?
Bobbie: I am stealing vegetables at the Happy Farm.
Fred: You are a thief?
Bobbie: No, no. I mean stealing vegetables on Internet is very popular now. Many white collars join in this game and have a lot of fun by stealing others'vegetables.
Fred: You mean it is a still virtual game. Your friends steal your vegetables time and time again, and you take theirs as well, right?
Bobbie: You got what I meant. Perhaps, what I steal are not vegetables, but loneliness.
Fred: Don't be addicted to the game. It's not good for your job. | Fred is stealing vegetables at the Happy Farm, and Bobbie advises him not to be addicted to the virtual game. |
train_743 | Herman: Herman, why are you so excited?
Phelia: I have met a beautiful girl.
Herman: Have you fallen in love?
Phelia: Yes. At first sight.
Herman: Can you describe the situation at that time?
Phelia: At that time her back was ramrod straight as she sailed by, her tone is best, neither over-passionate, nor too cold.
Herman: What's her outlook?
Phelia: She was pretty, her hair was the color of rich dark chocolate, waving gently to her shoulders. Her complexion was clear and golden. | Herman has fallen in love with a girl at first sight and he described her outlook to Phelia. |
train_744 | David: David, do you think which team will get the champion tonight?
Marv: It is hard to guess now. Both of the teams chose the excellent players this time. I guess the game will end in a tie. They are equally matched.
David: I am so nervous now. What a terrific game!
Marv: Which side are you on?
David: It's hard to say, because each team has my idols.
Marv: Wow! AC wins. It is a close shave, you know.
David: I will never forget this match. The angle is so terrible and so correct.
Marv: What a good goal! | David and David are watching a game. It's hard for them to guess the champion. Finally, AC wins. |
train_745 | Arlen: Mom, happy Mother's Day! A necklace for you.
Mom: What a surprise! This is the best present I've ever received.
Arlen: Thank you for your love and care over the years. I love you so much.
Mom: I love you, too.
Arlen: How about a dinner tonight? My treat.
Mom: Actually, I prefer to eat at home, and then we'll have more time to have a chat.
Arlen: All right. Let me prepare the supper. | Arlen sends a necklace to Mom on Mother's Day and they'll have dinner at home. |
train_746 | Wheeler: You seem to like her very much, don't you?
Aguinaldo: I can't deny that. She is so beautiful that I fell in love with her at the first sight. I wish I knew more about her.
Wheeler: But I heard that she had a three-year-old girl.
Aguinaldo: I cannot belive that. It must be cooked up by someone. | Aguinaldo admits loving her, but Wheeler says she has a three-year-old girl. |
train_748 | Randee: Where did you go yesterday?
Sharl: I went to play tennis in the public park.
Randee: How often do you play tennis?
Sharl: Twice a week. How about you?
Randee: I seldom play tennis. I prefer football and basketball.
Sharl: But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together.
Randee: I usually play with my schoolmates.
Sharl: Do you like watching football matches?
Randee: Yes, I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday.
Sharl: Oh, I watched it on television. It was an exciting match. | Sharl plays tennis twice a week. Randee prefers football and basketball and usually plays with schoolmates. |
train_749 | Sondra: Hi. I'm looking for some good deals on produce.
Brett: You might want to try the mangoes.
Sondra: Can you describe a mango to me?
Brett: It's a fruit a little smaller than a grapefruit. It has a big seed in it.
Sondra: Do I eat the seed?
Brett: Maybe some animals eat the seed, but humans don't. You'd have to soak it for 10 years.
Sondra: What's the price of these mangoes?
Brett: Today you get a 50 - percent discount. They're only $ 1 each.
Sondra: Tell me what they taste like.
Brett: Their flesh is soft and juicy. It has a citrus taste. It's sweet.
Sondra: Do I need to buy them ripe, or will they ripen at home?
Brett: Just press into it gently with your thumb. If it feels soft, it's ready to eat.
Sondra: Where do mangoes come from?
Brett: These are from Guatemala, but we're going to start getting mangoes from India. | Brett describes the shape, price, taste of mangoes to Sondra. Brett tells Sondra if the ones feel soft when pressed, they are ready to eat. |
train_750 | Steven Smith: My name is Steven Smith and I'm calling to cancel my plane ticket.
Laetitia: When was your reservation?
Steven Smith: It's 7 p. m. today.
Laetitia: Would you mind telling me the reason?
Steven Smith: I need to continue to deal with my business. I haven't finished it yet.
Laetitia: Oh, I see. Would you like me to reschedule you for another time?
Steven Smith: No. Thank you.
Laetitia: But you have to pay the fee for refund.
Steven Smith: OK. I will pay it by my bank card. | Laetitia helps Steven cancel the plane ticket and Steven has to pay the fee for the refund. |
train_751 | Madelin: My pal, you are so nervous recently. You don't need to be like that.
Siouxie: I am worried about that Arden will display all my drawbacks in the performance review. That will be embarrassing.
Madelin: Just use your head. If you were definitely making some big mistakes, you would be informed.
Siouxie: I had a nightmare last night and I dreamt Arden told me that my performance fell short of his expectation. I was terrified to wake up after hearing that.
Madelin: That is merely a dream. Remember, there is always room for us to have further improvement. I think we did the good job in the whole period.
Siouxie: I know what you are talking about. The performance evaluation process starts from the day we're hired. There is no surprise during the actual review. | Siouxie is nervous about the performance evaluation from Arden. Madelin comforts Siouxie and thinks they did a good job in the whole period. |
train_752 | Liam: Excuse me, sir. I've made a tough decision and here is my resignation.
Don: I am sorry to hear that. Why do you want to quit?
Liam: I'm sorry to bring up my resignation at this moment, but I've decided to study abroad.
Don: All right. Welcome back anytime.
Liam: Thank you, sir. I'd like to say that I'Ve really enjoyed working with you. However, I think it's about time for me to leave.
Don: I am glad to work with you, too. Good luck!
Liam: Thank you. | Liam brings up the resignation to Don because Liam has decided to study abroad. |
train_753 | Jeffrey: I called about that ad we saw in the paper.
Daphna: For the construction site manager?
Jeffrey: That's the one.
Daphna: What happened?
Jeffrey: You were right. It was from a headhunter. She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract.
Daphna: Well, no surprise there.
Jeffrey: No! Not at all. But, I did find out they have more than one position with different clients, so at least one would probably work.
Daphna: Great, so are you going to sign a contract with them?
Jeffrey: I'm going there tomorrow.
Daphna: Great. Good luck. | Jeffrey tells Daphna that Jeffrey is going to sign a contract after calling a construction site manager. |
train_754 | Linnell: Congratulations, Vivian. You won the grand prize, again.
Vivian: Isn't it just great! I just knew I'd win!
Linnell: You did? How? Did you wear red underwear again this year?
Vivian: Not only that!
Linnell: Tell me! Tell me! What's your secret? !
Vivian: OK, OK. I'll whisper it to you, but you have to promise not to tell anyone!
Linnell: What? ! You did that? ? !!! | Vivian will tell Linnell her secret to win the grand prize. |
train_755 | Meredith: What's the plot of your new movie?
Karon: It's a story about a policemen who is investigating a series of strange murders. I play the part of the detective. He has to catch the killer, but there's very little evidence. It's a psychological th
Meredith: Did you enjoy making the movie? We heard stories of disagreement with other actors and with the director.
Karon: I have had disagreement with every director. I'Ve worked with. We'Ve always disagreed in a friendly way and we have always resolved our differences. It was the same when I made this movie. I don't no
Meredith: Critics are not very happy with the movies that you'Ve made recently. Does that bother you?
Karon: Not at all. The feedback from audience has been great. I care about what they think more than what the critics think.
Meredith: Did you do you own stunts in the movie?
Karon: I wanted to, but my insurance company wouldn't let me. All of my stunts were done by a stuntman. As you know, I used to do my own stunts, but I'll leave that to the experts in future.
Meredith: Thank you very much for doing this interview.
Karon: My pleasure. Have you seen the movie yet?
Meredith: Yes. I have. I liked it very much. Like you, I was very impressed with Rachel's performance in the movie. She's going to be a star. | Karon interviews Meredith about the new movie. Meredith tells the plot of the movie and how Meredith resolves differences with others. Meredith cares what the audience thinks than critics. Meredith's stunts are all done by a stuntman. |
train_756 | Morrie: Look at this. This magazine has some guidelines for having a healthy diet.
Jacquenette: When you have finished it, I'd like to see that. I've been thinking about what I am eating recently. I want to get some more ideas about nutrition and good health.
Morrie: I've noticed that you aren't eating much junk food and are avoiding food with too much fat. I know this diet is healthy, but...
Jacquenette: What are you thinking? Isn't this diet very tasty or satisfying?
Morrie: No, I don't think it's tasty but I know it is important to have healthy food to keep fit.
Jacquenette: Following the principles of good nutrition will help us to be healthy and enjoy a better life.
Morrie: But sometimes I'd like to enjoy a piece of rich cheesecake.
Jacquenette: Having one serving of cheesecake once in a while is not a problem. We just can't have too much and too often. | Jacquenette eats a healthy diet and follows the principles of good nutrition. Morrie thinks the healthy diet isn't tasty but needs them to keep fit. |
train_757 | Phoebe: Hi, Mason!
Phoebe: Oh, hi, Phoebe!
Shannan: Hey, in class today I heard you have a big family.
Phoebe: That's right. I've got five brothers and six sisters.
Shannan: Wow! That's pretty big! Are you the eldest or the youngest?
Phoebe: Neither. I'm the third eldest. | Mason tells Phoebe that he has a big family. |
train_758 | Jack: Hello, 6632278.
Ann: Hi, Jack. It's me, Ann. I wasn't at school today. Have we got any homework to do for tomorrow?
Jack: Let me see. Well, we've got to do the math problems on Page 40 in our textbook.
Ann: All right. I've got it.
Jack: Then, we have to go on with our reading for English. The history teacher wants us to read the chapter on the History of London for tomorrow, and write down the most important dates and events in that chapter.
Ann: Anything else? Ah...ah, music?
Jack: No, we haven't any music homework, but the science teacher is giving us a test on Friday, so we have to study for that.
Ann: Oh no. I'm so bad at science. I hate it. Thanks, Jack.
Jack: Don't mention it. See you tomorrow. | Ann asks Jack today's homework because she wasn't at school. Jack tells her the math, English, history homework, and the upcoming science test. |
train_760 | Leonardo: Hi, David! Mr. Harper has just asked me if you'd finished your project yet. It was supposed to be handed in yesterday.
David: I know. I'm just finishing it now.
Leonardo: He wanted to know if we'd done them together. I said no. What's yours on? It took me ages to do mine.
David: Well, I was really lucky. I found this book all about the population in New Zealand cities.
Leonardo: Is it good?
David: Yes, it's a great book! I photocopied three chapters. There are some brilliant charts and...
Leonardo: What are you going to do with all that?
David: Well, now I'm going to copy these pages and these charts and then I'll finish my project!
Leonardo: You're not supposed to just copy the book.
David: Oh! I think Mr. Harper won't know.
Leonardo: He will know! He asked us to write a list of all the books we'd used. Remember? That's not the point anyway.
David: What is the point then?
Leonardo: Well, the point is that you're supposed to write your own project--you can't copy someone else's writing.
David: Er... er... Well, you're right. Thank you for your reminding me of that. | Leonardo asks David if he has finished the project. David plans to copy the pages and charts to finish his project, and David reminds him of writing his own project. |
train_763 | Sebastien: I've heard The Hitchhiker would be on next week. I want to see it.
Jenilee: Is it horror movie?
Sebastien: Yeah, I love horror movies the most. Would you like to go with me next weekend?
Jenilee: No way. I will be scared out of my wits.
Sebastien: Well, What kind of movies do you like?
Jenilee: Er, let me see. Romance, comedy, documentary, action, science fiction, cartoon and so on.
Sebastien: In a word, you like all the movies except for the horror movies.
Jenilee: Yeah, It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned.
Sebastien: Not quite. I also like romance and comedy movies very much.
Jenilee: The Terminal is a movie of this type.
Sebastien: So we can relax now.
Jenilee: Yeah, I could hardly wait to see it. | Sebastien invites Jenilee to see a horror movie but Jenilee doesn't like. They finally decide to watch a romance and comedy one. |
train_765 | Jazmin: I really like the record you lent me the other day.
Ajay: I'm glad you like it.
Jazmin: And thank you very much for letting me keep it so long.
Ajay: Not at all.
Jazmin: I'm most grateful. Everyone in our class enjoyed it.
Ajay: I'm glad.
Jazmin: Would you mind my keeping it for another week? | Jazmin likes the record borrowed from Ajay and asks for another week's lending. |
train_766 | Barbee: You haven't spent much time with Sophia lately. Are you speaking to each other at the moment?
Nikki: No, we're not. We've been drifting apart for a while.
Barbee: But you two used to do everything together. I thought you really enjoyed each other's company.
Nikki: We did, but since she started her new job, all she does is hang out with her new friends from work.
Barbee: Can't you hang out with them, too?
Nikki: I could, but all they ever talk about is work, so I always end up feeling left out.
Barbee: Maybe you should invite her over for dinner, so it's just the two of you.
Nikki: I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her.
Barbee: It can't be that bad. She was always a really good friend to you.
Nikki: You're right. She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge. But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore.
Barbee: She's probably just excited about her new job. You should give her some time. It would be a shame to lose such a good friend.
Nikki: I've given her enough time. I'm over it now.
Barbee: I still think you two should try to patch things up.
Nikki: I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways. | Barbee asks about Nikki with Sophia's friendship. Nikki says they have been drifting apart for a while because Sophia always hangs out with her new friends from work. Barbee advises to give Sophia some time, but Nikki thinks it's time to go their separate ways. |
train_767 | Steffi: My wife's birthday is today. I need some flowers.
Adena: We have lots of fresh red roses.
Steffi: How much do the roses cost?
Adena: $20 a dozen.
Steffi: That sounds good. Last year I paid $30.
Adena: Yes, you came here on the right day. They're on sale today.
Steffi: Give me a dozen.
Adena: Very good. Would you like anything else?
Steffi: No, I'll just give her the roses and a card.
Adena: She should be very pleased with these roses. | Steffi buys a dozen of roses which are on sale for his wife's birthday. |
train_769 | Kelley: Excuse me, sir. Could you spare a minute?
Herve: Uh, yes.
Kelley: Do you go to work by train every day?
Herve: Yes. I commute five days a week by train.
Kelley: And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service?
Herve: It's really very good.
Kelley: Why do you say that?
Herve: Well, trains are frequent and come on time.
Kelley: Which train do you catch in the evening?
Herve: I usually take the 5 thirty home.
Kelley: And can you get a seat?
Herve: No, I usually have to stand.
Kelley: Would you agree that the service is fast?
Herve: Yes, it's reasonably fast but it certainly isn't cheap. Fares have gone up25%. | Kelley asks Herve's attitude towards the rail service. Herve thinks the service is good but isn't cheap, and usually has to stand. |
train_770 | Jillane: Would you like some tea or coffee?
Deanne: No, thank you. It's very late now. I won't be able to sleep well if I drink some tea or coffee.
Jillane: Then what about some water?
Deanne: Yes, please.
Jillane: Don't work too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
Deanne: I know, but I have to finish these reports tonight. Our manager will use them at the meeting tomorrow morning.
Jillane: Can I help you with something?
Deanne: No, I'm afraid you can't. Just turn down the TV set a little so that it won't be so noisy.
Jillane: I will. I do hope that you will finish the report soon and get some sleep.
Deanne: Don't worry. It won't take me too long. | Deanne has to finish the reports and Jillane wants to help. But Deanne only wants the TV sounds to be lower. |
train_771 | Lamont: Have you ever been to the Hard Rock Cafe?
Cody: No. What is it?
Lamont: It's a rock and roll themed restaurant, but some locations are also hotels. It's a chain so cities all over the world have them. There is one in San Francisco. I was thinking about checking it out. Would you like to join me?
Cody: Sure, that sounds fun.
Lamont: The original cafe was founded in London in 1971. But since 2007, the headquarters has been in Florida. It didn't start to expand worldwide until 1982 and the one San Francisco opened in 1984.
Cody: Interesting. Actually come to think of it, I think I passed by one when I was traveling in is Stumble Turkey. Wow, I guess they really are all over the world.
Lamont: Yes, it's a very international chain. I was reading about it and apparently there are 191 locations all over the world in 59 different countries.
Cody: Wow, that's amazing.
Lamont: Maybe we can go this weekend.
Cody: I'm working this weekend, but I get my schedule for the following week tomorrow. I should probably have a few days free next week.
Lamont: OK. Sounds good. I'll call and see if I can make a reservation. Just give me a call when you know your schedule. | Lamont introduces a chain rock and roll themed restaurant named Hard Rock Cafe to Cody. Cody thinks it's amazing, and they make a schedule to go there next week. |
train_772 | Cary: Merry Christmas!
Jacquenetta: Thank you. The same to you.
Cary: Do you have any plans?
Jacquenetta: I have been invited to a friend's party, but I want to go to my uncle's. And you?
Cary: My roommate is having a party. I'll go there.
Jacquenetta: Great! Watching TV or sleeping at home is really boring.
Cary: Yes. Did you know that there would be a school sports meet next week?
Jacquenetta: Really? I had no idea. I like watching the track and field events. They're really exciting.
Cary: They're just so so, I think. Anyway, have a nice holiday.
Jacquenetta: Thank you. And enjoy the party. | It's Christmas Day. Jacquenetta wants to go to uncle's party, and Cary plans to go to the roommate's party. |
train_773 | Milt: How is travel in the 1960s different from that of the early 1900s dad?
dad: Well in the 1960s people rode in cars over wide roads. They flew in planes from Europe to America in a few hours.
Milt: What about the 1900s?
dad: In the early 1900s planes were very new, to see one was so unusual that people of a town stopped what they were doing to watch it flying overhead.
Milt: But today, it is quite different isn't it?
dad: Yes, today you were able to travel to many places in a few hours because of the development of the plane. You turn on electric lights because someone invented ways to make use of electricity, you are part of history.
Milt: Is our life also changed by history?
dad: That's right. The history made by people before you were born has changed your life.
Milt: I see thank you dad. | dad answers the differences between how people traveled around in the 1960s and the early 1900s and tells Milt their life is changed by history. |
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