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train_549 | Steven: Steven, why are you so depressed?
Casey: I'm feeling very sad. I just read the newspaper.
Steven: What's the news?
Casey: According to the newspaper, the town was razed by an earthquake and more than 10 thousand people died in the earthquake.
Steven: It's horrible.
Casey: Yeah, we have to do something to help t... | Steven feels depressed when knowing 10,000 people died in the earthquake. He and Steven decide to donate money. |
train_552 | Kriste: You'Ve been a sales manager for three years. How do you like the job?
Edward: I like it very much.
Kriste: If I may ask, are you happy with your salary?
Edward: No, I don't mind at all. I receive 3, 000 RMB a month, after tax.
Kriste: Is there a bonus system or any other incentive plan in place?
Edward: I'm afr... | Edward's been a sales manager for three years with a monthly salary of 3000 RMB but Edward's expectation is 3800-4500. |
train_553 | Sheril: Hello, excuse me!
Odilia: Hello! Is there anything I can help you with?
Sheril: Yes. I wanna know where I can get on the bus going downtown.
Odilia: Go straight then turn right, and you will see a big bus station there.
Sheril: Ok, I see. Thank you!
Odilia: You are welcome! | Odilia tells Sheril how to get to the bus station. |
train_555 | Salvatore: Kelly, the guys and I think you should run for senior class president.
Kelly: Me? Why me? Why not you?
Salvatore: We talked to our older brothers and sisters last night and got the scoop on what that job is all about.
Kelly: And you think I fit the qualifications?
Salvatore: Yes. Did you know that the senior... | Salvatore thinks Kelly should run for senior class president and tells her about the responsibility of the president. Kelly will think about it. |
train_556 | Andri: I really appreciate your filling me in on yesterday's lecture.
Sullivan: No problem. I thought you might want to go over it together. And, anyway, it helps me review, Hope you're feeling better now.
Andri: I am. Thanks. So, you said she talked about squid? Sounds a little strange.
Sullivan: Well, actually, it wa... | Andri thanks Sullivan for filling Andri in on yesterday's lecture. The lecture is about the evolution of sea life, which is a continuation from last week. Andri thinks some squid are large, and Sullivan says it's because they lost their shells and mentions some unusual cases. |
train_557 | Harold: Solomon Department Store. May I help you?
Mab: Yes, could you tell me when the store closes today?
Harold: We close at 7:00.
Mab: I see. And when do you open?
Harold: Ten o'clock on the weekend.
Mab: Fine. Thank you very much. | Mab asks Harold the store's closing and opening time. |
train_558 | Jeremias: I want to see about getting a private room as soon as possible. Also please put a 'No Visitors' sign on my door.
Ingemar: I'll take care of both things, but first put this in your mouth so that I can take your temperature. | Jeremias asks Ingemar to get a private room. |
train_559 | Zoe: Can you believe that we've finally found a house?
Cristie: Good for you. Tell me about the house!
Zoe: It doesn't look good outside. but it is lovely inside.
Cristie: How nice! How many bedrooms does it have?
Zoe: Well, it has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one big sitting room and a modern kitchen.
Cristie: Then ... | Zoe tells Cristie Zoe finds a house, and it's lovely inside. There's a small garden before the house. |
train_560 | Smitty: I've noticed that you spend a lot of time tending your garden. Would you like to join our gardening club? We meet every other Wednesday.
Doralyn: Oh, thanks for the invitation, but this is how I relax. I'd rather not make it something formal and structured. | Doralyn refuses Smitty's invitation to a gardening club. |
train_561 | Jeff: Hi! Weren't you two at the English Evening yesterday?
Allison: Yes. How did you like it?
Jeff: I thought it was great! I'm Jeff. What are your names?
Allison: I'm Allison and this is Melissa.
Jeff: Nice to meet both of you. | Jeff meets Allison and Melissa after the English Evening. |
train_562 | Jerrome: Excuse me. Uh, I want to get my girlfriend a sweater for her birthday, but I can't find the right one.
Gwynne: Well, um, what about these over here?
Jerrome: Uh, this one is okay. I like the style, but do you the same thing in a blue, a blue color?
Gwynne: Um, well, Hmm. I don't ... I don't see a blue one, but... | Jerrome wants to choose a sweater as Jerrome's girlfriend birthday gift and Gwynne helps Jerrome find a red one of suitable size. |
train_563 | Bob Evans: Great party, isn't it?
Jane Taylor: Sure is. Jane and Ted always have great parties.
Bob Evans: This is my first. Jane and I teach at the same school.
Jane Taylor: Oh, so you're a teacher?
Bob Evans: Yeah, history. What about you?
Jane Taylor: I work for General Motors.
Bob Evans: What do you do there?
Jane ... | Bob Evans and Jane Taylor greet each other at the party. |
train_564 | Nerti: I'm worried about Monday's exam.
Vikki: Take it easy. I'm sure you will do well if you take it easy and remain calm.
Nerti: Is it all right if I use dictionaries?
Vikki: You are not allowed to use them. I think.
Nerti: Do you think I could discuss the questions with others during the exam?
Vikki: I'm afraid that... | Nerti is worried about Monday's exam and asks Vikki about the related information. |
train_565 | Melodee: Are you feeling all right, Mary? You look a little tired.
Mary: My brother and I had a birthday for my sister last night. So I didn't have much sleep.
Melodee: Where did you have the party?
Mary: It was at my uncle's house.
Melodee: Did you go back home very late?
Mary: Not really. But when I was home, I had t... | Mary had a birthday party for her sister last night and stayed up late typing a literature paper. |
train_566 | Sidnee: With us now, is Malcolm Bricklin, CEO of Visionary Vehicles.
Malcolm Bricklin: Hello, everyone.
Sidnee: We have been hearing a couple of things about this news that Ford Motor Company is slashing up to 30,000 jobs, shutting down 14 plants nationwide. Is it a big deal if we are no longer manufacturing these cars... | Malcolm Bricklin, CEO of Visionary Vehicles, is invited to answered some questions about American car manufacturing. Malcolm thinks it's a big hit for American economy if no longer manufacturing cars. Malcolm predicts it's unlike there're fewer cars being produced in America than there were 30 years ago. |
train_567 | Johanna: Hi, Johanna! Are you interested in going to an Art Exhibition on Sunday? A friend of mine is showing some of her paintings there. It's the opening night. Free drinks and food!
Dorthea: Well, actually, I don't have anything planned. It sounds kind of fun! | Johanna agrees to go to the art exhibition with Johanna. |
train_568 | Marietta: I've been thinking about joining a health club myself. My doctor has been encouraging me to get more exercise. Which club do you belong to?
Franklyn: It's called the Good-life Health Club. I've only been going since Jan., but I've already noticed a big improvement. I feel like a new person.
Marietta: Really? ... | Marietta's been thinking about joining a health club, and Franklyn feels the improvements in the Good-life health club. Franklyn invites Marietta to come along. |
train_569 | Adaline: It's too hot to read.
Nydia: We'd better go out for a walk.
Adaline: Which season do you like best?
Nydia: Spring.
Adaline: How about summer?
Nydia: I dislike it most.
Adaline: Why?
Nydia: Because the hottest season is summer in a year.
Adaline: But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seas... | Nydia dislikes summer while Adaline thinks summer is more charming. |
train_570 | Sullivan: Excuse me, I'm looking for the Alanis Morrissette album Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie.
Armando: Let's see. If we have it, it should be over there under M. ( He looks through the CDs. ) Hmm, it looks like we've sold out of that one, but we should be getting some more copies in soon. If you want, we can o... | Sullivan looks for a particular CD, but it's sold out. Armando could order it for Sullivan. Sullivan then asks for the new Sing album and the jazz section. |
train_572 | Rachel: Mom, I just finished my paper. Can you proofread it before I hand it in?
Dorelia: Sure, let's take a look. Sweetie, this is terrific. Your ideas are so original.
Rachel: Thanks.
Dorelia: I can tell you worked hard on it.
Rachel: I really did! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago.
D... | Mom helps Dorelia proofread the paper and thinks it is terrific. |
train_573 | Estelle: John, if you don't mind, I'd like to ask you a personal question.
John: I don't mind at all.
Estelle: All right. Are you married?
John: To tell you the truth, I'm not married. I'm still single.
Estelle: Then, when do you plan to get married?
John: I don't know. It's still up in the air. | Estelle asks about John's marital status, and John is still single. |
train_575 | Cindy: Hey, look at these paintings on the wall! Aren't they beautiful? Linda bought some good paintings.
Linda: Yeah, very impressive. Oh, this one's marvelous!
Ileane: Sure, they're very colorful.
Jeniece: Thank you. You are very generous with your compliments.
Cindy: You know the first thing most Chinese student... | Linda bought good paintings. Cindy, Cindy and Ileane make compliments of them. They begin to talk about Chinese students' attitudes towards compliments. Linda explains that they'are not saying that one way is better than another. |
train_576 | Tedmund: Hi, there. I'm looking for a jacket for the fall. Do you have any suggestions?
Wylie: Sure, do you need something that you can wear in the rain or are you looking for something lighter?
Tedmund: Well, it does rain a lot here. What is the difference between the 2?
Wylie: If you look at this black jacket here, y... | Wylie wants to buy clothes to protect him from wind and rain. Tedmund recommends a winter coat, and Wylie will take it. |
train_577 | Mark: Mark, I remember last week you told me that you wanted to learn a foreign language. Here is an ad that you may be interested in. Jackson College language school. They have German, Russian and Spanish. Is there a language that you want to learn?
Loleta: Yes, the last one. I want to go to Spain and settle down ther... | Mark tells Mark the language class information, and Mark might take Spanish class. Mark refuses Mark's invitation to the History Museum because of piano practice. |
train_578 | Elinore: Your garden looks beautiful this summer, the flowers are really colorful.
Yolanda: Thank you. I have roses, tulips and daffodils. Do you like the rockery with the small flowers?
Elinore: Yes, I do. Those are violets are they?
Yolanda: Yes, they are. This afternoon I'm going to water these flowers.
Elinore: The... | Elinore thinks the flowers in Yolanda's garden are colorful. Then Elinore helps cut the lower tree branches off for Yolanda. |
train_579 | Danette: What are you surfing, Jack?
Jack: The parenting site parentdish come made a survey, a little funny.
Danette: About what? The relationship between parents and children?
Jack: No, to find the Top gift on Mother's Day.
Danette: What if the result?
Jack: Those choose time with my family are 63% over chocolates and... | Jack surfs the Internet browsing the top gift on Mother's Day. |
train_580 | Everett: Excuse me Madam?
Madam: What can I do for you?
Everett: I'm a newcomer here. Can you tell me the way to the Renaissance Hotel?
Madam: Sure. You first go along this Main Street until you come to a crossroad where you will see a shopping mall, then turn right at that Crossroad and continue until you see a Citiba... | Everett asks Madam the way to the Renaissance Hotel. Madam tells her the way, and it takes 20minutes walk. |
train_581 | Ruthie: What's all that screaming about?
Matt: I just poured some ice water on Amy, while she was in the hot shower, you should have seen her face.
Ruthie: You shouldn't tease your sister so much.
Matt: Aaah it was just a joke mom.
Ruthie: You take it too far sometimes Matt, if my brother had been like you when I was g... | Matt's mom is not satisfied with Matt's jokes about Amy and tells Matt not to take it too far, or it will hurt Amy. |
train_582 | Kurt: Hello, uh I'm a first-time caller. My problem is that my father went away on a business trip and I borrowed his new car, but I had an accident. I was not hurt, but the car was broken.
Nicoli: Where is your mother?
Kurt: She is away, visiting some friends.
Nicoli: Alright, go on.
Kurt: Well, I told my father the c... | Kurt has a car accident but tells his father the car is stolen. Kurt encourages Nicoli to tell the truth. |
train_583 | Berenice: RU ru. Hey, can you get your dog to stop barking? Some people are trying to sleep around here.
Durand: Now wait a minute. Princes just barking because your cat is screaming all over the place.
Berenice: But do you know what time it is? It's 1:00 AM and I've got to get up at 6:00 to go to work. If I don't get ... | Durand's dog barks at midnight and Berenice asks Durand to get Durand's dog to stop barking. Then they begin to quarrel. |
train_584 | Debi: What are you doing, little Sarah?
Sarah: I am looking at my pictures. dad. I painted them in class.
Debi: Show me your pictures, dear. Oh, what's that, Sarah?
Sarah: It's a house.
Debi: And what are those?
Sarah: Those are rooms. This room is the kitchen. That's my bedroom.
Debi: What are those green lines?
Sarah... | Sarah shows her Dad her painting which includes a house, trees, and her dad in the sky. |
train_585 | Meredeth: I wonder why the Sunflower went out of business? It got a great review and dining magazine, and every time I ate there, there was a big crowd.
Malissia: It's not closed forever. There was a fire in the kitchen last month. But they planned to re-open as soon as the damage is repaired.
Meredeth: I'm glad to hea... | Malissia tells Meredeth that the Sunflower restaurant will reopen after repairing the damage. |
train_586 | Siouxie: Hey Lucy, I have a question I'd like to ask you.
Lucy: Yes, go ahead.
Siouxie: Well, don't laugh. But I met this really nice woman through an online music group. I need some advice. You see, Claudia.
Lucy: Ok, so it's Claudia.
Siouxie: Yeah yeah, she invited me to spend 2 weeks in Germany. She is planning on i... | Claudia's planning on introducing Siouxie to her parents. Siouxie asks Lucy for advice on how to greet someone for the first time in Germany. Lucy tells Lucy to arrive on time and the common greetings. |
train_587 | Ricard: Good afternoon. May I help you, sir?
Humphrey: Could you please change this note for me?
Ricard: Don't you want to buy anything in my shop?
Humphrey: Sorry, I just need some change. I have got to phone someone.
Ricard: OK. Let me see if I can help you.
Humphrey: That's very kind of you.
Ricard: I'm sorry I'm ra... | Humphrey wants to change a note into some changes in Humphrey's shop. Ricard tells him there's a bank nearby. |
train_588 | Katlin: Can I help you?
Audrie: I'm looking for someone who works here, but I lost his business card. His name's Long or Sang or something like that.
Katlin: Chang?
Audrie: Yeah, that sounds right.
Katlin: There are about twenty people named Chang who work here. What department?
Audrie: Let me think... accounting, fina... | Audrie remembers Eric Chang's name under the help of Katlin. Katlin will call and tell Eric Audrie is here. |
train_589 | Ola: Excuse me, I need to get to Cambridge today.
Celestyna: Would you like to go by train or by bus?
Ola: I am not sure, which one is better?
Celestyna: The bus is cheaper but also slower. It will take about two-and-a-half hours.
Ola: And how long does the train take?
Celestyna: If you take the fast train, it will tak... | Ola wants to go to Cambridge by train. Celestyna gives Ola information and shows Ola the way. |
train_590 | Jacquetta: Have you graduated now?
Amy: Yes. I graduated this past June.
Jacquetta: Which university did you graduate from?
Amy: Guangzhou University.
Jacquetta: What degree did you receive?
Amy: I received a bachelor's degree in Economics.
Jacquetta: What courses did you take in college?
Amy: My major courses were Mic... | Amy graduated from Guangzhou University with a bachelor's degree in Economics this June. Amy tells Jacquetta the courses Amy takes and the languages Amy speaks. |
train_591 | Quint: Are you interested in mountaineering?
Dusty: Yes, in some sense. I should say I like mountain climbing, you know, because I'm not so professional. How about you
Quint: I'm the same with you, an amateur mountain climber. I went climbing in the Rocky Mountains with my friends last summer vacation. We spent two day... | Quint and Dusty are both amateur mountain climbers. Quint describes the experience in the Rocky Mountains to Dusty and invites Dusty to be the guide while climbing Tasha Mountain. |
train_592 | Theda: Hello. I bought a China dress in your shop this morning.
Claudetta: Yes?
Theda: I bought it one size up by mistake.
Claudetta: Oh, did you?
Theda: I wonder if you can change it to one size down.
Claudetta: Yes, of course. Will you come with the receipt?
Theda: Then I'll come to your place later in the evening, a... | Theda bought a China dress with one size up by mistake at Claudetta's shop. Theda wants to change it. |
train_593 | Doctor Ford: What seems to the trouble Mr. Brown?
Mr. Brown: I ' m in pretty bad shape, Doctor Ford.
Doctor Ford: Oh, In what way.
Mr. Brown: No appetite, always unaged and I can ' t sleep well.
Doctor Ford: Did you lose any weight?
Mr. Brown: YES. I ' Ve lost quite a few pounds since last month.
Doctor Ford: when was ... | Mr. Brown feels not well and comes to Doctor Ford's. Doctor Ford takes blood pressure and tells Mr. Brown he is too tired and needs a vacation. |
train_594 | Judith: Hello, what can I do for you today?
Nicolea: Well, I'Ve got a terrible stomach-ache and I keep needing the toilet.
Judith: I see. Well, with those symptoms maybe you'Ve got food poisoning. What have you eaten recently?
Nicolea: Well, I went to a seafood restaurant last night and I ate lots of oysters.
Judith: H... | Nicolea has a terrible stomach-ache and frequently goes to the toilet.
Judith thinks Nicolea has got food poisoning and gives Nicolea some tablets. |
train_595 | Athena: Are you going to helen's birthday party on Friday evening?
Madelle: I wouldn't miss it for the world! It's sure to be fun. She's invited a lot of people. Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house?
Athena: If everyone turned up, it would be a squeeze. But a few people said that they couldn't go. S... | Athena and Madelle are going to Helen's birthday party this Friday evening. They talk about things they will take and the food at the party. They are looking forward to it. |
train_596 | Ewart: What would you like to drink?
Tallie: I feel like a cup of black tea.
Ewart: Wouldn't you like something to eat?
Tallie: Yes, I'd like a portion of that strawberry tart.
Ewart: Right. I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye. | Ewart asks Tallie what to eat and what to drink. |
train_597 | Edin: I am going to give you an end-of-the-unit test this Friday. Please be prepared for it.
Isadora: Would you please tell us how to review our lessons?
Edin: Review all the lessons in this unit and see if you can understand the main idea of each lesson.
Isadora: Any other requirements?
Edin: Phrases and sentence patt... | Edin will give an end-of-unit test this Friday. Isadora asks Edin how to prepare for the test. Students will have a coaching period tomorrow. |
train_598 | Jilli: Oh dear, Miss, you are soaked! Wow, it's really raining heavily outside.
Ada: Yes, it sure is. I had to run here from work! I need to rush as I'm on my lunch break.
Jilli: Well please, why don't you go ahead of me in line? I'm in no hurry.
Ada: Oh, that's so nice of you! Thank you very much.
Jilli: My pleasure M... | Ada is soaked because of heavy rain. Jilli asks her to stand ahead of Jilli in the queue. Jilli asks for food recommendations. |
train_599 | Loren: Are there many idioms in English?
Ms. Parker: There are hundreds and hundreds. English is particularly rich in idiomatic expressions.
Loren: Can you give us an example?
Ms. Parker: I'll look up the rate. To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof. It means to search for and find som... | Ms. Parker introduces English idioms to Loren. Loren thinks it's interesting. |
train_600 | Iain: Any plans tonight?
Alina: Not really, do you?
Iain: Well, I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something. You know, I just came back from a really tough interview. I was quite nervous during the interview. I really want to have the job. Right now, I am still a little on the edge. I am not sure if I... | Iain suggests go out for a drink after a tough interview. Alina then asks Iain for more information about the interview. |
train_601 | Willetta: Are you new to this school?
Jenn: Yes, I'm new.
Willetta: Is this your first year in college?
Jenn: I transferred from another school.
Willetta: Where did you transfer from?
Jenn: I was at PCC before.
Willetta: Why did you transfer?
Jenn: I was going to go here first, but my grades weren't good enough.
Willet... | Jenn transferred from PCC to Willetta's school because Jenn's grades weren't good enough first. |
train_602 | Theo: Have you seen the news that there is a serious flood in the South?
Oleg: Yes. I've got to cancel my traveling plan.
Theo: What a pity! I know you've been longing for it these months.
Oleg: The only thing I can do now is waiting for another chance. | Oleg tells Theo that Oleg cancels the traveling plan because of the flood in the South. |
train_603 | Delilah: Did you make it to school today?
Faythe: I always do. Did you go to school today?
Delilah: No, I didn't.
Faythe: You should have, but have you seen any movies lately?
Delilah: That was an odd change of subject.
Faythe: Maybe it was, but answer the question.
Delilah: No, not recently.
Faythe: I want to go to se... | Delilah didn't go to school today. Faythe will go to the movies with Delilah instead of going to school tomorrow. |
train_604 | Guenevere: Could I speak to the apartment manager?
Anson: I am the apartment manager. How can I help you?
Guenevere: I wanted to know if that apartment on Main Street is still for rent.
Anson: I haven't rented it out yet. Would you like to see it?
Guenevere: Yes, I want to see it.
Anson: How about today at 6 p. m. ?
Gu... | Guenevere calls the apartment manager to see the apartment on Main Street. They will meet at 6 pm today, Guenevere has to bring the driver's license. |
train_606 | Li Lan: IMPF Bank, Li Lan speaking, how may I help you?
Mr. Peng: Hello, Ms. Li, this is Mr. Peng.
Li Lan: Hello, Mr. Peng, how nice to hear from you again. What can I do for you today?
Mr. Peng: We'll be coming in tomorrow to make a rather large cash withdrawal, it's for payroll.
Li Lan: I see. How much exactly?
Mr. P... | Mr. Peng calls Li Lan at IMPF Bank to withdraw 500, 000 RIB. Mr. Peng can get the money tomorrow. |
train_607 | Jermaine: I was supposed to meet with you at half past one.
Ethelind: Yes, I see. What did you need to see me about?
Jermaine: There's a problem with my schedule.
Ethelind: What's the problem?
Jermaine: Two of my classes occur at the same time.
Ethelind: Well, I can see that's a problem.
Jermaine: Is it at all possible... | Jermaine will meet Ethelind at 1.30 because two of Jermaine's classes occur at the same time. Ethelind will find Jermaine one of the two classes on a different day. |
train_608 | Marti: Good morning, Star Airline. What can I do for you?
Wang Lin: I'd like to confirm a reservation, please. My name is Wang Lin. My flight is KF98.
Marti: I see. You are leaving for Berlin on July 23rd with Mr. Smith, right?
Wang Lin: What? I am afraid you have made a mistake, I am leaving on July 21st alone.
Marti:... | Wang Lin calls Star Airlines to confirm a reservation. Wang is leaving on July 21st alone, by KF98. |
train_609 | Marylee: Today more and more people advocate lifelong learning. But people have different views about lifelong learning. How do you understand lifelong learning?
JoAnn: I think lifelong learning is the concept that it's never too soon or too late for learning
Marylee: Does that mean studying all the time?
JoAnn: I don'... | Marylee and JoAnn talk about how they understand lifelong learning. They both advocate lifelong learning. Marylee is learning French to develop Marylee's career. |
train_610 | Hoyt: May I have your order, please?
Andee: Yes, I'd like to have a share of steak.
Hoyt: OK. How do you like your steak, do you like it rare, medium or well done?
Andee: I like it well-done, please.
Hoyt: Anything else?
Andee: One Whisky.
Hoyt: It will be ready right away. | Hoyt serves Andee to order a well-done steak and one whiskey. |
train_611 | Daniel: I need a taxi.
Kalvin: We could easily provide you with a private vehicle, if you'd prefer.
Daniel: No, the taxi will do.
Kalvin: Perhaps you'd like to take a beautiful limousine.
Daniel: No, thank you. Taxis and I get along just fine.
Kalvin: No private vehicle, no limo. Got it. Where are you going?
Daniel: I'... | Daniel is seeing a show at Rockefeller Center. Daniel calls Kalvin to order a taxi instead of a private vehicle or limo. |
train_612 | Devan: Did you go to the basketball game on Friday?
Aubry: No, I couldn't make it.
Devan: You missed a really good game.
Aubry: Oh, really? Who won?
Devan: Our school did. They played really well.
Aubry: Too bad I was busy. I really wanted to go.
Devan: Yeah, you should have. It was really exciting.
Aubry: So what was ... | Devan tells Aubry about the basketball game on Friday. Aubry feels sorry that Aubry didn't go. |
train_614 | Townsend: What's the temperature today?
Jolene: It's about 5 degrees centigrade.
Townsend: What's the weather forecast for tomorrow?
Jolene: The weatherman says it's going to snow tomorrow.
Townsend: Are you used to the climate here?
Jolene: I think I'll soon get used to it.
Townsend: What is the average temperature of... | Townsend asks Jolene the temperature today and tomorrow, Beijing's climate, and Jolene's favorite season. |
train_615 | Forest: What kind of account do you prefer? Checking account or savings account?
Laurette: I would like to open a checking account.
Forest: Ok, please just fill out this form and show us your ID card.
Laurette: Here you are. | Forest serves Laurette to open a checking account. |
train_616 | Jeb: My wife and I are thinking about taking our parents with us on a vacation. Do you have any suggestion about where to go?
Mady: The choice of destination is very important. It will too energetic for the old people if you make an excursion or go to climb mountains. But they'll be interested in going to the historica... | Jeb and his wife will take their parents on a vacation. They will go visit first and do some shopping. Mady gives some advice on things to bring and schedule. |
train_617 | Jae: Did you hear who won the election?
Obama: I can't believe that Obama won.
Jae: I couldn't be happier to know that he's our new President.
Obama: I know! He just made history!
Jae: You voted for him, right?
Obama: I did. Did you?
Jae: I voted for him.
Obama: I am so happy that he is our new President!
Jae: So am I.... | Jae and Obama both voted Obama. They are glad that Obama becomes President. They have faith in him. |
train_618 | Susana: Oh, dear!
Shari: I'm sorry. I do hope I haven't hurt you.
Susana: Oh, no. I was just a little startled. That's all right. It's quite all right.
Shari: But it isn't all right. I made you drop your shopping bags. Let me pick these bags up.
Susana: You must have been in a great hurry. Never mind.
Shari: I was only... | Shari is going to catch the bus and goes into Susana. Susana drops shopping bags. Shari feels sorry. |
train_619 | Higgins: Well, we'll certainly stay here again next time we're passing through.
Vallie: Good. Do let us know in advance and we'll try to get you the same room.
Higgins: That would be lovely. It may be quite soon in fact.
Vallie: Oh? How is that?
Higgins: Well. We are driving to the South of Spain in the next couple of ... | Higgins tells Vallie that Higgins will stay at the same place again next time passing through. Vallie promises to get Higgins the same room. |
train_620 | Wenona: Well, what do you think is the reason most people do so badly at reaching goals?
Xylia: They lose focus. Everybody's life is busy. There is so much happening in everybody's life. That what happens is they might have a goal and then something will get in the way of that. Maybe their goal is that they want to go ... | Wenona asks Xylia why most people cannot reach goals. Xylia says it is because people lose focus or do not set goals. |
train_621 | Jillane: Hi, Betty. How are things going with you?
Betty: Not bad. I need a summer job.
Jillane: I was reading the wanted ads. Here's something for you. Wanted: Waitress for a new restaurant.
Betty: Thank you. I'll have a try. | Jillane tells Betty there is a waitress wanted for a new restaurant. |
train_622 | Abbe: Are you doing anything special tonight?
Judith: I have nothing tonight. Anything I can do for you?
Abbe: How about going to the movies? It will do you good to get your mind off your work for a while.
Judith: That sounds like a good idea. But what is playing?
Abbe: I've looked up the entertainment section in the n... | Abbe invites Judith to go to the Beijing Opera. They will go to the nearby restaurant first. |
train_624 | Shaw: Hi, could you help me find a place where I could buy some lunch?
Emmey: Sure! What kind of food would you like?
Shaw: I was thinking of pizza or something else Italian, maybe.
Emmey: I know the perfect place!
Shaw: Good! Where is it?
Emmey: It's right past that last building on the left. Do you want me to go... | Shaw asks Emmey to help buy pizza or something Italian. Emmey will go with Shaw. |
train_625 | Kimberley: Did you meet the new girl in our sales department. She is taking the place of Maggie during her maternative leave.
Maggie: Did they finally fill that post, how come I haven't seen her? She must have not been inducted yet.
Kimberley: I guess not, They haven't officially introduced her to the whole staff yet... | Kimberley and Maggie talk about the new girl who takes place of Maggie in the sales department. |
train_626 | Emery: Did you hear something?
Madeleine: Oh, it is my cell phone ringing. I set it in the vibration mode.
Emery: It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate. It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices.
Madeleine: You are right. Some ring tone is just terribly loud. You can h... | Madeleine's phone rings. Then Emery and Madeleine talk about ring tones in offices. They will write a report to the boss. |
train_627 | Bella: Hi, Kerry. Do you follow the news every day?
Kerry: Sometimes.
Bella: How do you follow the news?
Kerry: Well, here in Japan, mostly on the radio or the internet.
Bella: Oh, really? OK. What radio station?
Kerry: NPR. But on the military station.
Bella: OK, and what Internet websites do you listen to?
Kerry: Wel... | Bella asks Kerry how and what news he follow. They also talked about the accuracy of the news and how the public gets the news. |
train_628 | Fidelia: OK, Neil. I am a student journalist from senior grade. I know you just came to this new school a few months ago. Can I interview you for the school newspaper?
Neil: OK, I'm ready.
Fidelia: Neil, how do you usually get to school in the morning?
Neil: I usually go to school with my friends. We live very close to... | Fidelia is a student journalist and interviews Neil for the school newspaper. Neil is a new student and he tells Fidelia how he gets to school, his favorite subjects, and he feels about school. |
train_629 | Goober: This is a wonderful pie. Is it homemade?
Dianemarie: It is, but I didn't make it. Jack did.
Goober: I didn't know your husband cooked.
Dianemarie: Every week he makes something wonderful. He makes great fresh bread. Sometimes we give some to our neighbors.
Goober: What else does your amazing husband do?
Dianema... | Dianemarie tells Goober that her husband makes something delicious every week, and makes dinner every night. Dianemarie and her husband both do the cleaning. |
train_630 | Jana: Have you seen the new show that everyone's talking about?
Tyler: It's called stranger things, I watched it this weekend and it was so cool.
Jana: I haven't seen it yet, but yeah, everyone is talking about it, what's it about?
Tyler: Well, it's sort of a science fiction tale about a boy who gets caught in the upsi... | Jana and Tyler are talking about the new show called stranger things. Tyler recommends it to Jana. |
train_631 | Darcy: What happened? I've been waiting for 2 hours.
Adoree: Sorry, we landed on time, but I couldn't exit the airplane with everyone else.
Darcy: Why not?
Adoree: Security stopped me. Just before we landed, a little girl dropped her backpack in my seat when I went to brush my teeth. I guess the flight attendant couldn... | Darcy asks Adoree why Adoree has been late for 2 hours. Adoree tells Darcy that the security stopped Adoree because of luggage. Then they go to a restaurant. |
train_632 | Tasha: Hello, can I get a taxi? We're just outside the city limits.
Leighton: No problem, ma'am, where exactly are you going? There is an extra charge for anything over 20 kilometers.
Tasha: The Roxy Club downtown, there are 6 of us, though. Do you have any bigger cars so we don't need to take two taxis?
Leighton: Yes,... | Leighton is going to the Roxy Club with five people. Leighton asks Tasha for a taxi. Tasha asks for $3 more and will send the taxi now. |
train_633 | Alanna: I've received your letter of application and I see your current job is as a sales assistant at Ray Stones book shop? Why have you applied for this position?
Jodi: Well, I've really enjoyed my work at Ray Stones. I've always been interested in books and usually the customers are really nice. And I like trying to... | Jodi used to work as a sales assistant at Ray Stones book shop but now applies for a job at EI books. Alanna interviews Jodi and asks Jodi's personality and main strengths. |
train_634 | Jessee: Nowadays fewer and fewer people go to the movie theaters to see films. So I am afraid that the film studios are really getting hard time to survive.
Lonny: What you said is true. But the film producers there are more flexible ways to get more audience. For example, to make more movie Ccds, so people will spend ... | Jessee thinks the film studios are hard to survive, but Lonny thinks they can make more movie Ccds to get more audience. |
train_635 | Hollie: Do you believe in god?
Conway: Not at all. I ' m an agnostic. do you?
Hollie: I ' m not sure. Why don ' t you believe there is a god?
Conway: I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one.
Hollie: I basically believe in science over theology. I mean, I believe in evolution for ex... | Conway is agnostic, while Hollie basically believes in science over theology. They think many religions people don't appear to be acting in accordance with their religious beliefs. |
train_636 | Kitti: Good coming, sir. What can I do for you?
Elmore: Good coming. I would like to open a new account. I want to deposit 500 dollars.
Kitti: Very good, sir. What kind would you like?
Elmore: Could you tell me how many kinds there are in your bank?
Kitti: Besides the checking account, there's a monthly savings account... | Kitti introduces to Elmore the account types in the bank and helps Elmore open the monthly savings account. |
train_637 | Deryl: OK, guys. Here's the plan. Get the ball to the goal, and keep it away from Rich and Taylor!
Yi-jun: Why? Are they good?
Deryl: They played ball at school. Here we go. Yi-jun, go out for a pass!
Yi-jun: I'm ready! Whoa, what a hard throw! I can't get that!
Deryl: Catch it, Yi-jun! Run to the ball! Uh-oh! Slow dow... | Deryl tells Yi-jun the plan but Yi-jun gets hurt when conducting the plan. |
train_638 | Xymenes: Good morning, Family. We'll have our board meeting this afternoon. Can you write the agenda on the notice board?
Tabbie: What will you discuss at the meeting?
Xymenes: We'll talk about the financial report for the first half of the year.
Tabbie: And anything else?
Xymenes: We'll also discuss the personnel plan... | Xymenes asks Emily to write the agenda of the board meeting on the notice board. |
train_639 | Merissa: Did you read this? It says that the number one new years resolution make is to spend more time with friends and family.
Bobbi: Why would that be funny?
Merissa: Well, think about it. We are a society that is always on the go, not because we have to, but because we want to.
Bobbi: Why?
Merissa: We work hard and... | Merissa and Bobbi talk about the new year resolution. Merissa thinks the resolution is worthless but Bobbi thinks Merissa should resolve to stick to the goals and objectives. Merissa thinks Bobbi doesn't make it either. |
train_640 | Guinna: I just had a terrible week.
Bob: What a shame!
Guinna: I fell down and hurt my arm.
Bob: That's too bad.
Guinna: Then my son drove into a tree.
Bob: I'm sorry to hear that.
Guinna: The dog bit the delivery boy.
Bob: What a pity!
Guinna: And a storm blew our roof away.
Bob: Ho, no! | Guinna tells Bob about Guinna's terrible week. |
train_641 | Sherill: Hey, Rose, how are you feeling?
Rose: Much better today.
Sherill: Oh, Look at the baby. It's so beautiful. Is it a boy or a girl?
Rose: It's a girl.
Sherill: Can I hold it for a moment?
Rose: Sure. She is a peaceful child.
Sherill: Oh, how adorable! She's got your eyes.
Rose: So they say.
Sherill: When are you... | Rose's just given birth to a baby and feels weak. Sherill visits her and thinks the girl is beautiful. |
train_642 | Emilia: The final examination will be held at the end of this month. Have you made good preparation?
Gleda: Sure. I've reviewed all the lessons I have learned this academic year.
Emilia: Are you sure you can do well this year?
Gleda: I am 100 % certain.
Emilia: According to what you did last time, I have my doubts.
Gle... | Gleda has prepared well for the final examination but Emilia doubts. |
train_643 | Lisbeth: I can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job.
Alyce: Well, if I were you, I'd go on studying.
Lisbeth: But I don't even know what to study.
Alyce: If I had chance again, I'd major in English. You're good at language.
Lisbeth: That's what my parents want me to do.
Alyce: You should take their advi... | Lisbeth can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job. Alyce suggests Lisbeth go to university to major in English and find a part-time job. |
train_644 | Abby: Can you help me set up my voicemail message? I just got this service and I am not really sure what I am supposed to say.
Fredi: Sure! You just basically gotta let the caller know who they called, and ask them for their contact information so you can call them back.
Abby: Ok, so can I say, ' This is Abby's voicema... | Fredi helps Abby set up the voicemail message and tells Abby what she should say is letting the caller know who they called and asking them for their contact information. |
train_645 | Bengt: Tell me something about your work experience.
Corey: Well, I have been in the computer engineering field for 6 years now. I am familiar with both hardware and software and with hands-on experience in system development including system analysis and design.
Bengt: What systems have you worked on?
Corey: I have wo... | Bengt interviews Corey and asks Corey about Corey's work experience, the systems Corey has worked on and Corey's strengths. |
train_647 | Joly: Would you like to book a table, sir?
Sturgis: Yes, would you arrange it for me the day after tomorrow?
Joly: Sure, when?
Sturgis: Six o'clock in the afternoon.
Joly: For how many guests, please?
Sturgis: Six.
Joly: How much would you like to spend?
Sturgis: We don't care about money. We'd like to have some good d... | Joly helps Sturgis book a table for the day after tomorrow and introduces to Sturgis the dinner courses. |
train_648 | Tanya: I think I may rent out this apartment that I found.
Orazio: Oh, really? Where'd you find it?
Tanya: I was looking through the ads today, and I found it in there.
Orazio: In the ads? Are you serious?
Tanya: Yeah, and it's affordable too.
Orazio: I'd like to hear about this apartment.
Tanya: First of all, it's abs... | Tanya tells Orazio Tanya may rent out this apartment that Tanya found in the ads. Orazio thinks the rent is amazing. |
train_649 | Walter: Here's your roast chicken, ma'am.
Nadine: Thank you.
Walter: Excuse me, waiter, could you bring me some barbecue sauce?
Nadine: Certainly. ( He brings her the sauce ) Here you are. Can get you anything else?
Walter: I'm fine for now, thanks. | Walter offers Nadine roast chicken and barbecue sauce. |
train_650 | John-Patrick: Good morning, Sir.
Sir: Morning.
John-Patrick: Is this where I catch the bus for the zoo?
Sir: Yes. You can take No. 846 from here, but you have to get off at Nanchengmen stop and change to No. 106.
John-Patrick: That's a little troublesome.
Sir: Actually, if you go to the bus stop in the next block, you ... | Sir shows John-Patrick where to catch the bus for the zoo. |
train_651 | Brooks: Will you be voting?
JoAnn: Yes. Will you?
Brooks: I already have.
JoAnn: How did you do that?
Brooks: I mailed in an absentee ballot.
JoAnn: Why is that?
Brooks: I can't vote on Tuesday.
JoAnn: What's the reason for that?
Brooks: I have to go to work.
JoAnn: You can just go to work after you vote.
Brooks: I nee... | Brooks tells JoAnn Brooks mailed in an absentee ballot as Brooks can't vote on Tuesday. |
train_652 | Marshall: Good evening, sir. Welcome to the Comfort Inn.
Leo Lee: Hello. I have a reservation, under the name Lee, Leo Lee.
Marshall: Mmmm. I'm not sure if we have you down here. How do you spell your last name?
Leo Lee: It's L-e-e.
Marshall: Oh, right. You're in our system. I was just looking under Li. So, we'Ve got y... | Marshall has got Lee down for a Business Suite for three days and helps Lee check in. |
train_653 | Zaneta: Hello, what can I do for you?
Austin: Hello. I'm sorry to tell you that I've lost my credit card this morning. I want to report the loss and replace a card.
Zaneta: Don't worry. I will help you soon. Please fill in this form first. And write down your name, your account number and the amount in your card please... | Austin lost the credit card. Zaneta helps Austin lock the card and asks Austin to renew the account and get a new card a week later. |
train_654 | Meggan: how do you feel about wearing name logos or slogans on your clothing?
Kirk: I've never really thought about it before. I guess it doesn't bother me.
Meggan: do you think advertising has an influence on the choices you make when you're shopping?
Kirk: I guess so. I usually buy name-brand clothing, shoes, and ele... | Kirk usually buys name-brand things while Meggan tries to avoid name-brand items. |
train_655 | Fredi: I must point out that trials of new medicine are expensive and you can never guarantee success.
Adah: But there is a very good chance in this case. I hope you will go ahead in view of the potential benefit to mankind. | Fredi and Adah have different ideas on trials of new medicine. |
train_656 | Andrea: Hello, this is Andrea.
Alex: Hello, Andrea, this is Alex. I have some very good news for you. Miranda was very satisfied with you and said she's very much looking forward to working with you. Isn't that wonderful? Congratulations dear! How does it feel to be Miranda's new assistant? I imagine that you'll just b... | Alex calls Andrea to congratulate her on that she will become Miranda's new assistant. Andrea will come to work on Wednesday. |
train_657 | Josi: So that's the plan. Now may I ask your opinion about it, Mr. Grey?
Mr. Grey: Well, in my view, the plan is not very good. But it can get the company moving again.
Josi: Er... There might be sonic strong points there, but they may not be easily carried out. | Mr. Grey thinks Josi's plan isn't very good but can keep the company moving. |
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