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teacher: Hmmm, it appears the young Prince is looking for a sacred text - "The Deeds of Saint Dwyfed and the Sheep" - do you know where it might be located?
scribe: Is this it.
teacher: You have found it! Quick - read me the first passage!
scribe: Here it is good sir. I cant see well enough to read it right now.
teacher: No, you must read it since you are the scribe - besides, surely you must have memorized it by now?
scribe: Im sorry sir. I havent yet memorized it and I have given you the text since I cant see well right now.
teacher: Here you go lad - pull of next to the candle and tell me the first line that you are able to read.
scribe: Yes sir. I will do that. Sorry for my negligence.
teacher: Much better, now the line sir scribe?
scribe: Oh dear, good sir, it seems I have dropped the text.
Summarize the dialogue | scribe has found the sacred text "The Deeds of Saint Dwyfed and the Sheep". He can't read it, because he can't see well. The teacher gives him a candle and scribe reads the first line. |
Anna: Now you get it?
Peter: So, instead of wasting time, u let the app do its job and then just fish out the clothes?
Anna: Exactly :)
Peter: Glad I got it ;) I don't think I could bear any more explanations ;)
Anna: Lol. You're mean!
Peter: Sry. Didn't mean to! | Peter understands how the app works now. |
#Person1#: Hi Jane, can you let me know the best way to get to your house this evening?
#Person2#: Certainly, where will you be coming from?
#Person1#: I need to be in the city centre this afternoon so I will be coming straight from there.
#Person2#: Ok. Take the Underground (the Circle line) to High Street Kensington. Make sure you take the High Street Kensington exit.
#Person1#: Got that.
#Person2#: Ok - when you leave the Underground, cross the road and you should see Hornton Street. WAk up that street to the crossroads. As you wAk you should see a fast food place on your right.
#Person1#: Hold on, I am looking at the map now. Ok, I can see Hornton Road. Do I go straight at the intersection?
#Person2#: No, you need to turn left into Philimore WAk and take the next right.
#Person1#: Ok, I can see that road.
#Person2#: That's fine. You will not miss it because it's just next to the Kensington CentrA Library.
#Person1#: Good, I can see the library on the map.
#Person2#: Ok, we live in the third building on your left. Will we see you around 7 pm?
#Person1#: That's great, see you at seven. | Jane tells #Person1# the best way to get to her house by 7 pm from the city centre by underground, her place is in the third building on the left after turning right next to the Kensington Centre library. |
fish: helo
turtle: (stares at you grumpily)
fish: why are you looking at me like that?
turtle: You are on my rock.
fish: So what?
turtle: There are 47 rocks in this lake. You chose mine.
fish: The is the most comfortable one
turtle: Do you know what I do to little flippers who park on my rock?
fish: Tell me please.\
turtle: Look below. There's a fishy graveyard under there. And you're next.
fish: You wicked being.
turtle: Did you really think you'd make a dent in this shell? They get stupider as they evolve.
fish: Oh no...I am sorry
turtle: So, do me a favor? Find another rock.
Summarize the dialogue | turtle is angry with fish because fish is on his rock. |
mice: Squeak.... Squeak.... I only see a child thankfully, no cats.
child: Hello there tiny mouse.
mice: Squeak.... The child is not afraid of me. Maybe I won't hide yet.
child: Will you play with me?
mice: Squeak..... Yes
child: What do you know how to play?
mice: Squeak..... (the only thing I ever play is tag and I don't wish to get caught by the cat)
child: What if I take you back to a safe place so we can play tag and you don't have to worry about the kitty cat?
mice: Squeak..... That would be so nice. And maybe she has some wheat I can get into.
child: Oh yes I am sure we can find some wheat.
mice: Squeak..... Sugar, you have sugar.
child: I do not have any sugar all I have is some copper and a rag.
mice: Squeak...... Just get me out of this smelly stable.
child: I will let us go!!
Summarize the dialogue | mice is hiding in the stable. The child wants to play tag with him. He will take him to a safe place to play tag. |
zombie: Brains?
animal: Margghh!
zombie: Use your words beast, lest I feast on your flesh.
animal: Wordsssss are of the nasssssty humans
zombie: Humans are tasty what are you talking about?
animal: They hide from me and run when they see me. Evil creatures.
zombie: Well what are you exactally anyway?
animal: The filthy humanses mutated me and made me a monster
zombie: So you were the product of an experiment?
animal: Yesss. The filthy sssscientistssss did unnatural things to me. Issss that how you too came to be?
zombie: I think it was some sort of magic, to be honest I am unsure.
animal: Ssssorcery. The humans are always playing at it.
zombie: I suppose everyone hungers for power, is that why you stay in the graveyard?
Summarize the dialogue | animal was mutated by humans. Zombie was created by magic. |
#Person1#: Excuse me, but I think you've made a wrong turn. You were supposed to turn left on Wilson Boulevard.
#Person2#: Oh, I am sorry. Didn't you say 1323 Wilson?
#Person1#: No, 3023. It is OK though. You don't have to take me there. I can walk from here.
#Person2#: Why don't I just make a U-turn there? It's a one-way street; see the sign up ahead. Maybe if I turn left here, I can come down the next street.
#Person1#: We can't do that during rush hour really, though it won't be much trouble. Sometimes one can wait 30 minutes for a taxi, so I'm happy to get this close.
#Person2#: 30 minutes! I've been riding around all day looking for passengers. | #Person2# drives the wrong way, so #Person1# wants to walk from here. Though #Person2# suggests making a U-turn, #Person1# refuses because of the heavy traffic. |
praying mantis: i like how i think very very slowly
fairy interpreter: I hope you get to wise decisions with slow thinking
praying mantis: well, we are in the fairy church
fairy interpreter: I love the fantasy world because it gives me joy
praying mantis: I wish I can reason that way
fairy interpreter: You can try,its not hard to fit in my circle
praying mantis: ok I will
fairy interpreter: What brings you here
praying mantis: I need new insights
fairy interpreter: New insights like what
praying mantis: how to move fast
fairy interpreter: I can help you with that
praying mantis: oh thank you, maybe something from wizard school can help
fairy interpreter: It's okay, wish you the best
Summarize the dialogue | praying mantis is in the fairy church. He wants to learn how to move fast. |
miner: Yeah, my parents aren't around, either. A
child: What kind of stuff do you mine here, mister? You got any gold in these here mines?
miner: Whatever used to be here has already been mined from the ground. This place is just a wasteland now. I was just thinking about having an adventure myself
child: I don't usually have an adventuring partner...would you maybe...wanna adventure with me?
miner: I've never seen a dragon before. I can't handle a fine blade like yours, but I sure can swing a pickaxe. I bet we could have some fun
child: Oh, yay! Don't worry if you get scared i'll protect you with my trusty blade! I heard theres goblins living in the mines.
miner: Ya know, I have been hearing some strange noises from there lately, and everyone knows the only way to level up is to take out nameless baddies. Shall we?
Summarize the dialogue | miner and a child will go on an adventure to the mines. |
the egyptians: Hello, someone. I'm an Egyptian and we're inside the king's palace. What brings you here?
someone: Greetings! I am but a simple farmer, but I am happy to serve the king. I brought some food to deliver, should you be interested. How long have you worked in the palace?
the egyptians: I have worked in the king's palace for many years. I will place the food onto the king's table as to prepare for a feast. Will you be joining us, simple farmer?
someone: I will put this food on the table. I would like to join you, but I know not if I have the cache to do so. Would you have me?
Summarize the dialogue | The simple farmer brought food to the king's palace. The egyptians will place the food on the king's table to prepare for a feast. The simple farmer would like to join them, but he doesn't know if he has the cache to |
Barry: Have put any thought to the date of the trip?
Kelly: I talked to my boss, either 2nd or last week of June will do for me
Jen: I haven't talked to my manager, but I think I am more into lat week of June, weather will be nicer
Kelly: How about you Barry?
Barry: Kim and I have a wedding last weekend of June, her niece's
Barry: Kinda hard to skip you know...
Kelly: O damn, that's true!
Jen: So how about the second week?
Kelly: Well, like I said, for me it's ok to go
Jen: So I should talk to my husband, and then my boss?
Barry: LOL you haven't talked to Mat yet?
Jen: I have, sort of, I started talking about the trip and he shushed me cause of some work stuff
Barry: Meaning he has a lot to do and you bother him with dreaming about rest?:D
Jen: Precisely!
Jen: I will try this weekend, he is finishing this project so he will chill a bit
Barry: I can talk to him if you want
Jen: No, that's ok, I will manage:D
Kelly: Well, when you have your answer Jen, please write back ASAP, it's already February, and you know how it is with a line to vacation
Barry: Exactly, we should get to it ASAP
Jen: I'll let you know by Sunday night! | Barry, Kelly and Jen are trying to find a date in June convenient for everyone for a trip. |
#Person1#: Are you OK, Lily? You don't look very happy.
#Person2#: Oh, David. I had an argument with mum again. I'm not getting enough pocket money.
#Person1#: How much do you get?
#Person2#: Five pounds a week.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable to me.
#Person2#: Well, I'm 14 and if you are going to town shopping, you can never have enough money. Everything is so expensive.
#Person1#: But is it fair amount of money? Compare what your friends get.
#Person2#: Well, we all get the same. But I have to buy all my music things as well things for school and have hardly anything left to spend on clothes.
#Person1#: Right. Do you have to help around house?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: So you don't have to do anything for this pocket money.
#Person2#: Mum said if I did that I will never have time to do my school work.
#Person1#: Has she said you can have more pocket money when you are 15?
#Person2#: Well, Mum just says she'll decide when I'm ready to have more. And I've just got to wait.
#Person1#: Maybe you should sit down with her and say 'How can I prove that I am old enough to get more?'
#Person2#: So, I should talk to her again.
#Person1#: Yes, but don't argue with her. Just discuss it calmly.
#Person2#: OK, thanks. | Lily is unhappy because she argued with her mum about her lack of pocket money. #Person2# suggests Lily talk with her mom calmly. |
#Person1#: No.11 Police Station. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. It's about my son Leech. He went to the school this morning but hasn't been hack yet and it's 6:00 p.m. now.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. May I have his name?
#Person2#: Leech Smith, 112 Broadway.
#Person1#: Thank you. Now Mrs. Smith, what is the matter exactly?
#Person2#: Well, Leech left home at 7 o'clock this morning, but just now her teacher called me and asked why Leech didn't go to school.
#Person1#: Do you think it's possible that he went to friend's home?
#Person2#: I don't think so. I called her friends and our neighbors, but none of them had seen Leech today.
#Person1#: I see. Now, Let's move to some details. How old is he?
#Person2#: 10 years old. And he is 1.5 meters' tall.
#Person1#: What's he wearing?
#Person2#: A blue shirt, and white shoes, carrying a green school bag.
#Person1#: We'll do our best to find him, Mrs. Smith. Please try not to worry. | Mrs. Smith reports to No.11 police station that her son Leech is missing and offers a detailed description. |
musician: "Ah, good evening, your majesty."
monarch: Hello musician. What instrument do you play?
musician: "Ah, my voice is an instrument, my hands are instruments... But I also play this lute."
monarch: Then play a song for thee.
musician: "Of course, my liege. What do you want to hear?"
monarch: Do you know, "Play that funky music?"
musician: "Ah, of course. Play that funky music~ ... ... and play that funky music till you die~"
monarch: Well done young musician. How may I repay thee?
musician: "Ah! Coin of the realm and spreading the word of my fine work would both be appreciated."
monarch: I will gladly do so...
musician: "Ah, a fellow trickster, eh?"
monarch: I do need to stay on my toes, and this is a fine hat. I think I will keep it.
musician: "Well, of course. I have many more like that where it comes from."
Summarize the dialogue | musician will play "Play that funky music" for the monarch. He will get paid and keep the hat. |
horse: Where would you like to go, my Lord?
royal family: As far as your legs can take us!
horse: Very well, we shall travel up the mountain so you can see all the reaches of your kingdom!
royal family: You are the most amazing horse in the entire kingdom, thank you.
horse: You're so kind! Do you want to stop anywhere along the way?
royal family: I would like to stop by a bakery.
horse: What kind of items are you looking for in there? Can I have something too?!
royal family: Of course you can and nothing particular just some tasty treats!
horse: You truly are a wonderful ruler. The people of your kingdom are lucky to have you.
royal family: And I am lucky to have an amazing horse like you!
horse: Well, let's get to it then! Hop on!
royal family: Let's go Blitzen!
horse: Very well! Here's your royal seal back, my Lord!
royal family: why thank you this means a lot to me.
Summarize the dialogue | royal family and his horse Blitzen are going to the bakery. |
#Person1#: Johnny, are you just sitting around again?
#Person2#: I'm just taking a break between washing the windows and cleaning the toilet.
#Person1#: I'd say all you've done is moved the dirt from the windows on to your face and hands. Disgraceful!
#Person2#: I'm doing my best, Grandma. . .
#Person1#: Your best isn't good enough. Back in my day, I'd clean a whole hospital with a toothbrush and spit, and it'd be twice as clean as this sty!
#Person2#: Uh-oh, here we go. . . | Johnny's grandma thinks Johnny is sitting around. Although Johnny says he's doing his best, his grandma is still unsatisfied. |
lost traveler: Hello friend. I am lost
lizard: Hello lost traveller, whee about are you trying to go?
lost traveler: I was headed home
lizard: Where do you call home? I maybe able to help you find the way!
lost traveler: The next village after the desert
lizard: Ahh yes Kissanthia!?!
lost traveler: Yes. Show me the way please
lizard: Alright but stay close. There are bandits in this desert, I can smell them from a far distance and I'll warn you.
lost traveler: I have this with me
lizard: Take it from me Lost traveler it's better to just avoid confrontation. These bandits are ruthless and they travel in numbers!
Summarize the dialogue | lost traveler is lost in the desert. Lizard will show him the way to the next village, Kissanthia. |
captain: sailing the water is my life
Summarize the dialogue | Captain: sailing the water is my life. |
handmaid: I really can't say this is actually a hidden passage, it seems somehow I fell into it myself. Curse my clumsiness.
troll: Are you hurt? Take this rock in case some spiders come after us, they get huge around here at night.
handmaid: Oh goodness. I can't stand spiders, I can only imagine if they got large.
troll: I will protect you my lady, no harm shall come to you whether it be a spider, skeleton or bandit! I have a question for you please!
handmaid: Certainly, what is it kind troll?
troll: I have never used a hair brush and I see that you have one, could I please use it and try it out? It has been centuries since I have brushed my hair!
handmaid: If you would like to do so. Should you need assistance I would be happy to provide it.
troll: Ouch! It hurts! My hair is in tangles! I am a stupid troll!
Summarize the dialogue | handmaid fell into a hidden passage. Troll will protect her. Troll wants to use handmaid's hair brush. |
#Person1#: This is 911.
#Person2#: Send an ambulance fast! My husband is having a heart attack!
#Person1#: Slow down and tell me your address.
#Person2#: I live on 1177 Oak lane in Smithfield. Oh, hurry, I don't know what to do!
#Person1#: An ambulance is on its way right now. They should be there any minute. Are you close to him right now?
#Person2#: yes, yes, he's right here by me.
#Person1#: Is he breathing?
#Person2#: Yes, he's breathing, but he's not conscious! Oh, please hurry! | #Person2# calls #Person1# to send an ambulance because #Person2#'s husband is having a heart attack. |
priest: Hm, and make sure to pray for our Lord too. A cross is a worthy reminder of what He suffered for us.
a traveller: Oh thank you priest, I'll be certain to show proper reverence for the lord
priest: I see that you don't seem to retain the objets of the Lord that I bestow upon thee. Is there a reason for that?
a traveller: They're just a bit... stingy? Kinda hurt to hold onto you know.
priest: No.... I do not know. When was the last time you were in a church?
a traveller: Not since I cleared out that coven of vampires up north. That was a tough job right there! And not without its share of bashes and bruises.
priest: Vampires? Come closer if you don't mind. Let me push this bible against your forehead! Heretic!
a traveller: Get back! I didn't think a man of god could be so cruel, inflicting pain on a wayward traveller!
Summarize the dialogue | a traveller is a heretic because he cleared out a coven of vampires. The priest pushes a bible against the traveller's forehead. |
#Person1#: What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: I have a problem.
#Person1#: What is the problem?
#Person2#: I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced.
#Person1#: Do you have enough money in your account?
#Person2#: I think so.
#Person1#: Let me check that for you right now.
#Person2#: Okay. Thank you.
#Person1#: Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account.
#Person2#: You can't be serious!
#Person1#: That's what my records show.
#Person2#: I see. Thanks for your help. | #Person2# wrote a check and it bounced. #Person1# finds #Person2# doesn't have enough money in the account. |
#Person1#: My car doesn't always start in the morning and it often makes me late for work. I think I'd better buy a new car.
#Person2#: Gina you should go to Jimmy's garage. I take my car there all the time. They have 20 years of experience and they are especially good at repairing older cars.
#Person1#: Thank you, the last time I took my car to a garage. They didn't really settle the problem.
#Person2#: Well, you should call and make an appointment now. They do a good job. They are usually not busy after 6:00 o'clock. | Gina's car doesn't always start in the morning. #Person2# suggests Gina take her car to Jimmy's garage for repairs. |
Georgina: hey😊
Trevor: hey
Georgina: i got your number from memphis, thought you were cute to let go, hope its okay😊😊
Trevor: haha, where did you see me
Georgina: at the club last weekend
Trevor: really
Georgina: yeah, really
Trevor: its cool, so whats your name?
Georgina: i'm Georgina
Trevor: nice name,
Georgina: thanks
Trevor: so, where do you stay
Georgina: i stay at uptown park, Riverdale county
Trevor: thats cool, me too im from around there
Georgina: thats fantastic, so should we meet up soon or something?
Trevor: yeah, i think we should, whatyu doing on friday
Georgina: Nothing much, we can meet up on friday
Trevor: cool then, i'll call you later
Georgina: okay | Georgina saw Trevor at the club last week and got his number from memphis. They will meet on Friday. |
#Person1#: Those are today's top stories. Now let's go to John for the weather. John, what does the forecast look like for our weekend travelers?
#Person2#: I'm afraid we're in for a rough weekend, Marry. There is a storm system moving through the East Coast. It will be drizzling all day today, and there's a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this evening. It will be warm and humid all weekend. In the Midwest, expect strong winds and a low of around 40 degrees.
#Person1#: That's pretty chilly for the summer! Will it rain on Saturday?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast. Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding, especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls.
#Person1#: That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday.
#Person2#: It gets better on Sunday, though. The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night. It will still be rather cool, with highs in the low 50s. The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather, but at least the sun will come out. I advise weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. Back to you, Mark.
#Person1#: Thanks John, and there you have it! Looks like it's a weekend to stay at home! | John and Marry are delivering the weather forecast. John says they're in for a rough weekend because it will rain on Saturday and there is a severe thunderstorm warning. He advises weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. |
prisoner: This gloomy dungeon is no place for a lad like me.
guard: You get back or you'll be dead in a flash.
prisoner: Give that back and show me the way out. My family needs me.
guard: There...you're locked in for good. I'll be seeing to it that you aren't let out in the yard time due to your behavior. You can save your story for when they bring you to plead in front of the King.
prisoner: I guess I have no choice, but to break out of here then.
guard: I'll watch you struggle against your chains until you tire out, then I will whip you with this belt.
prisoner: This rat is the only friend I have in the underbelly of this castle.
guard: The rat doesn't even like you. You have no friends.
prisoner: Don't you have family?
guard: I do have a family, that I will go home to tonight, unlike a common criminal like you.
Summarize the dialogue | prisoner is in the dungeon. He wants to escape. Guard will not let him out. |
John: Why didn't you come?
Jim: you know why
John: enlighten me
Jim: I couldn't come to her wedding
John: you still love her
Jim: yeah | Jim did not attend her wedding as he still loves her. |
knight: Well, that is truly unfortunate. As a knight I am pledge to aid and protect those weaker and less fortunate than myself.
roach: I've... I've never heard of anyone taking their oath that seriously. I'm... truly touched.
knight: Here lad, take a wee sip. Not all of us do, we are all prone to sin, even myself. But I try to do my best to uphold my oaths as well as I can.
roach: Woooah! Those bubbles just get all over you, don't they!
knight: Yes, one of the better porters brewed in this castle. Now if you;re feeling better lad, what brings you to my chambers?
roach: Oh I just... scutter... looking for crumbs, mostly. Truthfully that occupies the majority of my day. But... but I would be pleased to pledge myself to your service, sir Knightliness, if you'll have a humble roach.
Summarize the dialogue | Rooster is impressed with knight's oath. He wants to serve the knight. |
swimmer: It's too darn cold in here, but it's worth it! I love exploring places like this!
tadpole: What is this human doing in my cave
swimmer: I bet this little guy is terrified! Don't worry little guy, I'm just down here because I love swimming and I love the ocean even more!
tadpole: w-what is this human doing! hes going to wake the snakes with all his moving and sound
Summarize the dialogue | a tadpole is scared of a swimmer in his cave. |
traveler: I have to make a living somehow!
castle guards: Cheeky, aren't you? Besides, how can we tell if the news you tell is true?
traveler: My sources are very trustworthy. This news is very interesting and could potentially save lives.
castle guards: State your sources and then we shall see.
traveler: I have seen miraculous things with my own eyes. My sources are the doctors from the kingdom in the east.
castle guards: The only "doctors" from the East are Voodoo Practitioners and Witch Doctors. Your story is not convincing.
traveler: I can provide proof after, you pay a small fee.
castle guards: This had better be worth the build up, lest you be branded as a travelling con-artist.
traveler: This is as trues as those walls are made of marble. There is a healing elixir that will cure any ailment. I watched a paralized young girl walk after drinking it. I watched a blind man regain his sight.
Summarize the dialogue | traveler wants to sell the castle guards a healing elixir. He claims to have seen it work. |
#Person1#: You look really wiped out.
#Person2#: I had meetings back to back all morning. Then the printer broke in the middle of putting together the Wix Soap presentation, and the phone rang off the hook from the minute I walked into the office.
#Person1#: Not a good day, I hate to tell you that Mr. Emory wants to see the designs for the Polish Paste Ad tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: I can't believe it! I guess I'll be here until ten again tonight! | #Person1# says Mr. Emory wants #Person2# to finish the designs today which worsens #Person2#'s day. |
merchant: Of course, soldier. Is there something you're interested in?
soldiers: Well, lets see, what do you have for sale today?
merchant: I have this jewelry and a number of other gold items
soldiers: Not sure If that's my cup of tea to be honest.
merchant: Ah okay. What is it that you are seeking?
soldiers: Give that back thief! Back to the oubliette for you!
merchant: Um excuse me, why are you trying to steal my wares?
soldiers: That is not yours thief! First we shall cut off your right hand, and then your tongue if you do not silence yourself!
merchant: Get away from me!
soldiers: Assault on an officer of the law will result in the forfeiture of all property to the crown and the enslavement of your family!
merchant: What is wrong with you!? I was just here trying to sell my wares. I have more authority than you anyway.
soldiers: And you stole from me! You will lose you hand, your land, you tongue, your children, your wife, and your property.
Summarize the dialogue | merchant is trying to sell his wares. Soldiers are not interested in his offer. They threaten him with cutting off his hand and tongue. |
preist: Why indeed. Sadly, he has gone astray from the true path and has forged a career as a professional dung pie baker
librarian: Dung pie, you say? I see many youths acting very strangely after consuming said dung pie.
preist: Yes, it drives them to do the most strangest things. Just yesterday I saw my nephew talking to a tree!
librarian: A tree! Next he'll be asking the birds about the meaning of life!
preist: Lets hope it doesn't come to that. I must find out how to.. alleviate the effects of the pie. I hope the answer is in these books.
librarian: Indeed, there are medical texts along the eastern corridor. I'm sure the answer lies in them
preist: You have been of great help. I must thank you for maintaining such an impressive collection of books.
librarian: Books are my greatest joy. Bring any young parishioners with thee next time, as story time occurs every afternoon while the sun is still high.
Summarize the dialogue | preist is looking for a book on dung pie. He saw his nephew talking to a tree yesterday. The answer to the question is probably in the medical texts. |
#Person1#: Now you're my boss, Mr. Henry.
#Person2#: Do you have any other particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration?
#Person1#: No, nothing in particular.
#Person2#: You may ask questions about us, if you have any.
#Person1#: All right. When can I start? | #Person1# tells Mr.Henry #Person1# has nothing in particular to be taken into consideration. |
a gravedigger doing his work: IT is cold out tonight.
chilling wind or voice: should have put a coat on child!....dont be alarmed you cant see me, but your the only one who can hear me...digging a grave i see? tut tut.
a gravedigger doing his work: You can't see much here! When you're a gravedigger you spend half your time six feet under and digging!
Summarize the dialogue | The gravedigger is working. It's cold. |
Megan: can you teach me to swim?
Phil: wow, you can't swim?
Megan: no..
Megan: i have never tried to..
Phil: have you ever been to swimming pool?
Phil: or lake or sea?
Megan: not really
Megan: my parents are fans of mountains
Megan: so i have never had an opportunity
Phil: okay, i understand
Phil: what would you like to learn?
Megan: don't know, just not to drown
Megan: for the beginning
Phil: i'm sure you will not drown
Phil: even babies can swim
Phil: it is in our genes
Megan: maybe not in mine?
Phil: don't worry :)
Megan: do you have time on Thursday?
Phil: yes, we could meet at 7
Megan: okay, see you :* | Megan can't swim. Phil will teach her at 7 on Thursday. |
person: WHy yes of course. They coem from a town called bushwick. They make the best there is. No one is around here, take a look.
guard: Well it does look rather good, and I could use some new bracers. Tell you what, I'm on my break in about ten minutes or so, then the two of us can do business.
person: Alright now, dont forget big guy. I don't like waiting around for nothing.
guard: Sounds good. So, are you here to worship the statue of the Goddess?
person: Not at all. I am here for business.
guard: Ah, smart. I take it all of these tourists will help your business quite a bit.
person: Yes they are my main group of customers.
guard: Well, there are only four days a year where The Hall is this busy, so you definitely picked the right time.
person: That is what i was told. Tell me, what do you normally pay for one leather belt?
guard: Generally I pay about 7 copper pieces. What do yours run for?
person: One gold coin. I feel that is reasonable.
Summarize the dialogue | The person is selling leather goods in the Hall. The guard will buy a belt for one gold coin. |
Sian Gwenllian AM: The Bill in essence is a simple one of course is it not ? But what it does is provide a useful discussion on what good parenting is and what discipline methods are the most effective—that is discipline methods that parents can use rather than physical punishment Do you think therefore that there is a need to invest much more in programmes to do with parenting and in support services for families in terms of parenting and that as part of an early intervention strategy that is more coordinated and robust than what we have at present ?
Julie Morgan AM: Well we are developing the Bill as part of a much wider package of support for children and their parents which of course is already in place This obviously includes the Parenting Give it time campaign which aims to help parents do the best job that they can by providing positive tips on parenting and information And we are already preparing now to update that because of course that only goes up to age 7 and deals with issues about how you cope with your kids if they are difficult at meal times and if they have tantrums It is very well used by parents But of course this legislation will go up to 18 years old and so the issues may be very different So we are already starting to prepare to update that Parenting Give it time campaign And then obviously there is the universal services that give access to help and to promote positive parenting delivered by local government health education social services social justice and the third sector We will be encouraging all those agencies that provide that universal service to help support parents and to pass on this information Then there will be the more targeted supports such as Flying Start and Families First which offer help and advice But what I have done is I have asked the officials to carry out a mapping exercise to see where the support is and where the gaps are or opportunities to do more particularly around information and advice on positive alternatives to physical punishment but also more widely So we are looking to see where the gaps are I think parents do tend to use information and try to get help in many different ways A very large number actually do use the internet I was surprised actually that so many used the internet to get information Others ask their mothers their families their friends and go to agencies It is such a wide range that we need that mapping exercise and we need to see where we need to put in more support
Sian Gwenllian AM: I am pleased that you are going to conduct that exercise because the evidence that we have received from a number of different directions is that there is not enough investment in reality in the support services in the early years and that there is a real need for the focus within Government go back to early intervention and to have a much more coordinated strategy You have mentioned a number of agencies working on different elements perhaps but perhaps there is a need to bring them all together You talk about the Parenting Give it time campaign but I think it is an online campaign effectively and Flying Start—yes people who attend those courses find them useful but of course it is not available across Wales and it is not available to every parent There is a scheme that is available through schools in Gwynedd—perhaps you are aware of it—Incredible Years with Professor Judy Hutchings who has been working on this for a number of years now very successfully where schools parents and the children work together on parenting methods that are positive I wonder if it is time to think about expanding that as part of an early intervention strategy across Wales Perhaps you can not give a specific answer today but may I ask you to take a look at that ? What concerns me is that the Bill is going through but there is not enough work relating to education and having peoples support for different methods more positive methods in my opinion of parenting There is a real need to move and to invest in that area and perhaps move money towards that work
Julie Morgan AM: Well certainly I think that is the purpose of the mapping exercise to see what is successful where things need to be expanded and that is what we are going to consider Incredible Years—I know it is very successful I am aware of that programme I think there are patches all over Wales of really good progress but certainly I am sure we need to give more support to parents in the early years and I think they are only too glad to have it as well Children are very receptive at that age and early intervention is the key to many of the issues that we have to deal with later on
Lynne Neagle AM: Thank you We are going to return to some of the parenting issues later but in the meantime we have got questions from Hefin David
Hefin David AM: Just to take it on the next step from what Siân Gwenllian was asking about—in schools are teachers ready for this legislation ?
Julie Morgan AM: On our implementation group the education sector is represented They have come to the first meeting of the implementation group So they are going to be fully involved in the preparation Obviously corporal punishment was banned in schools a long time ago and I think the education sector is very supportive of this move But in terms of the awareness for teachers to be ready for it—obviously the awareness campaign has got to be aimed at professionals in every field and certainly aimed at teachers
Hefin David AM: So if I was a teacher in an individual school what kind of preparation do you think I should expect ?
Julie Morgan AM: You know this better than me having been more in the education field than me but I think teachers are updated on different parts of childcare legislation now and have inservice training days and training courses And certainly perhaps this would be part of that—part of the training that teachers get This would have to be incorporated into that
Hefin David AM: One of the things that the National Association of Head Teachers told us was that they would not want the cost of that kind of training to come from core budgets Would you agree with that ?
Julie Morgan AM: Well I would have thought this sort of measure would be incorporated into the training they were using already actually I would not have seen it would need something completely separate
Hefin David AM: So you think it should come from the core budget that they use for training ?
Julie Morgan AM: I think it could be incorporated in what they are already doing
Hefin David AM: And do you think that would be a significant additional cost or do you think that that would be minimal ?
Julie Morgan AM: I would have thought it would be minimal They already have training courses about childcare issues and this would be something that would be absorbed into that
Hefin David AM: You mentioned the implementation group and the fact that educators are represented on it Can you just be a bit clearer about how they are represented again ? I am not sure I caught that
Julie Morgan AM: Do you want to Karen because you were at the group ?
Karen Cornish: Yes So education are represented on it through the Association of Directors of Education in Wales and they have a representative on the strategic implementation group and we are working with them to understand who else will be on the task and finish groups that we are setting up that the Ministers already talked about And we have also had conversations with all of the trade unions I personally went and spoke to them earlier in the year when the Bill was being introduced received their feedback and have said that I will go back and speak with them
Hefin David AM: The things that are being raised so far—would you say they are reflective of the concerns that the NAHT rose about for example funding of training ? Are those kinds of issues raised ? The practical implications of introducing this Bill—are they raised ? If not what other issues might be raised ?
Karen Cornish: So I think that the main concerns that you have already heard as a committee are similar concerns to those that have been raised previously So there is not anything in addition to the things that we have discussed either with the trade unions or through the implementation group or during the consultation period And as the Minister said for the majority of these sort of things teachers education and other workforces already have procedures in place because this comes under a safeguarding issue at one level There are procedures and processes that are already there that they all follow The ask will be based around those safeguarding procedures and therefore education and other services update their processes and procedures on a regular basis as a matter of course when any issues like this are addressed There is a wider context here Minister I do not know whether you wanted to say anything about the wellbeing and the—
Julie Morgan AM: Yes One of the things that I think this committee has been involved in is we want to have a wholeschool approach We want mental health and wellbeing to be part of the way that the whole school operates and the culture and how schools engage with pupils and parents And we want to create that atmosphere where there is no wrong door where children can bring up any of the concerns that they have with any member of the school staff that they trust And obviously the school staff is wider than the teachers And so I think the creation of that sort of atmosphere is very important in taking forward this issue
Hefin David AM: I appreciate that I think the Bill though introduces a very specific set of changes that—
Julie Morgan AM: It removes the defence that is all the Bill does
Hefin David AM: But should a parent witness now smacking then it will require a different kind of approach—sorry if a teacher were to witness smacking it would require a different kind of approach perhaps to existing approaches There should not therefore be any surprise amongst teachers in how to deal with these things when the Bill comes in I suppose the question I am asking is : can we be assured that nothing you have said today in this meeting in this committee should be a surprise to teachers and trade unions because that would already have been communicated through the Bill implementation group ?
Julie Morgan AM: Yes well Karen has already said about the meetings that she is had with the unions and they are present on the implementation group but a lot of these things happen already They already have to make decisions about physical punishment they may be told about by children for example—probably more likely than actually witnessing anything And they already have to make decisions on those sorts of issues so I see this as being incorporated in with that
Hefin David AM: With regard to health and the communication of this to parents we have heard about the Healthy Child Wales programme and the fact that it has the opportunity to play a role in raising parents awareness Do you think that is the case ?
Julie Morgan AM: I think the Healthy Child Wales programme and the role of the health visitor is absolutely crucial because obviously the health visitor is there right at the beginning It is a universal service and so there will be great opportunity for them to promote positive parenting in a much stronger way than they are able to do at the moment because the fact that you have this defence does mean that the professionals are not able to make it as clear as they want to make it that positive parenting is the way that they would like families to go So I think this will be a great advantage to health visitors and obviously they support it strongly because they are trying to encourage parents not to use physical punishment now but with their hands slightly tied behind their back because the defence does exist
Hefin David AM: That is great that is a good thing but the concern we have got is that half the parents across Wales are not accessing the Healthy Child Wales programme and in my community within the Aneurin Bevan health board area 80 per cent of parents are not accessing the Healthy Child Wales programme So are there concerns that if you rely too much on that process for communication then parents particularly in the early years will be left out ?
Julie Morgan AM: We have got to rely on a range of ways of reaching parents and I think that there are other times when there is a much higher ratio of children and families seen But I think we have had that discussion with the mapping exercise that we have already mentioned that we are going to identify where there are gaps or where we can do more and that is where we will identify this
Karen Cornish: I think as well that that figure relates to one contact point across the whole of the Healthy Child Wales programme not the Healthy Child Wales programme as a whole Maybe we could come back with some further information about the contacts because I am— That figure—
Lynne Neagle AM: The percentage relates to the contact at age three and a half but that is exactly the kind of age when you would expect more children to— If they were going to be smacked it would be at that sort of age would not it really ? So that is a concern for the committee really in terms of coverage
Karen Cornish: I can appreciate that although I would— Midwives health visitors and others working with families would actually be giving those messages core messages about setting boundaries managing behaviour discipline positive parenting right from the very beginning So reliance on that single point of contact at that one age point is not necessarily the most appropriate because I think there is a period from birth through to actually later as well when those key health messages those key messages around positive parenting are and can be given As the Minister said we will be mapping a lot of this but we can give you some more advice on that if that would be helpful about the types of messages that are given during that period of time
Lynne Neagle AM: Yes I think that would be helpful I have got some supplementaries on this because I think the committee is concerned that at a key opportunity at age three and a half a big chunk of families are not having that contact that they should expect with their health visitor really Suzy then Siân
Suzy Davies AM: Thank you It is also a time in their childs life when they are likely to be spending time not with their parents in school or early years And I just wanted a bit of clarification from you Minister on what you were saying to Hefin David about training here I got the sense you thought this could just be slipped in as a paragraph in existing guidance but I am not clear about what happens to a teacher who is told by a child that they have been smacked and they decide that they are not going to report that—will they get into trouble over that ? If it is part of a bigger picture that a teacher should have picked up that is different but if a child tells a teacher Oh Mammy smacked me because I did such and such is that teacher going to get into trouble if they do not report that to the police ?
Julie Morgan AM: If that happens now the teacher is expected to report that now I think they usually call in social services
Suzy Davies AM: Oh it goes to social services But that clarity is needed as well
Julie Morgan AM: Yes That is what happens now so would you expect a teacher to do it yes
Sian Gwenllian AM: Yes I am just interested to hear a bit more about the mapping exercise that you have referred to which I think is really important but it is going to show up a lot of gaps geographically but also in service provision for different groups of families It is all very well doing a mapping exercise but what is the purpose of that and how are you going to ensure that those gaps do not exist in future ? Maybe we could have a note about what the timetable is for this exercise and more indepth understanding perhaps about what your intentions are and how you intend to take it forward once you have done the mapping exercise
Julie Morgan AM: Yes We absolutely acknowledge that there is a lot more work to be done and we know that we have to work hard at this to reach every family Obviously the information that we have had about the Healthy Child Wales the health boards will be monitoring that information and will be— I think they are going to establish a project board to consider the themes that are coming out from the Healthy Child Wales and so that will be certainly addressed there And we will absolutely acknowledge that we expect that there will be work to be done
Sian Gwenllian AM: And there will be investment needed obviously to fill in those gaps which means a significant shift in the way Government now looks at its budget and a shift towards that early prevention
Julie Morgan AM: I think we all agree that early prevention is the key for happy healthy children and so we will certainly consider everything that arises | As for the parenting issues, the legislation would go up to 18 years old, providing parenting information of different ages. Also, a mapping exercise would be carried out by officials to clearly identify existing gaps and opportunities to do more. As for school issues, teachers would learn childcare legislation by attending training courses, and the group committee would provide procedures and processes needed to deal with different cases. The discussion then further talked about health and communication problems, including the promotion of the work of health visitors, teachers' responsibilities, and the intentions for mapping exercise in the next step. |
Marketing: so this report is about trendwatching basically so we can live up to our our purpose of having a very fashionable remote control Sorry There we go So just so you know my method was mainly web webbased research this time around I also spoke with fashion experts in Milan New York and Paris And I looked at the design reports from previous years here at Real Remote just so c we can work off of them see how fashions have changed so I will list the three most important aspects that I have come across and they they are each more important than the one that comes after it the first one is that there should be a fancy lookandfeel instead of the current functional lookandfeel this should be our priority as we have been saying The second most important aspect is that a remote sh that the remote control should be technologically innovative So I think we have done a lot of talking about that just with lighting and the buttons and the faceplates so it looks like we will be able to keep on track with that And the third most important aspect is that the remote control should be easy to use So pretty basic there And the recent fashion update according to fashionwatchers in Paris and Milan is that fruit and vegetables will be the most important theme for clothes shoes and furniture also in contra in contrast to last year the feel of the material is expected to be spongy Again we have already discussed that with rubber versus hard plastic buttons So my personal preferences here of course as we we have already talked about the personal faceplates in this meeting and I would like to stick to that The fruits and vegetable themes I do not know if that is going to work for us It sounds something that you would use on kitchenware I do not know if we want to do it on remotes It could be one of the options Maybe for the television that people have in their kitchen the temporary lightup idea sounds like we are going to stick to that And then tying in a trendy look with userfriendliness
Project Manager: it is the fruits and vegetables is the only area that I find rather jarring Everything else we can really we can really do according to our plans already given the market But fruits and vegetables seems a very strange idea for a remote control
Marketing: It is it is a little but it it is everywhere So maybe we I have seen a lot of purses with olives on them you know But I I think I think if we stick to TV based you know maybe TV shows or
Project Manager: But they still need to fit into peoples decor though
Industrial Designer: We I think we possibly could take a more abstract design Like look at the basic shapes of different fruits and vegetables And then just really like strip it down to like really basic shapes I mean we do not have to make something in the shape of a strawberry but it could have the curves of a strawberry or something Or a strawberry seed or a leaf
Marketing: The The essence of strawberry
Industrial Designer: Or just like you know really make it a quite abstract if that is fits in more with what we are doing Instead of fruits and vegetables just if you look at it straightforward it is a bit It does not s quite fit in with the trendy well obviously it does if that is the current theme But may maybe we could go more directly I do not know But initially I do not know I think if we just sort of tone it down a bit
Project Manager: like more like photos of fruit on on our product
Marketing: One thing I was thinking though is | In the presentation, Marketing listed the three most important aspects of remote control. The priority was to have a fancy look-and-feel instead of the traditional one. Secondly, the remote control should be technologically innovative. Moreover, it should be easy to use. Marketing also mentioned that fruit and vegetables would be the popular theme this year. In this way, the group turned to discuss some ideas about combining this theme with their design, like applying an abstract design and putting photos on the product. |
spider: Either I can talk ,or you are going crazy!
guard: ...i-indeed! Oh, Mr Skeleton?! Are you hearing this? No? Well I must be crazy, then!
spider: *spins web*
guard: What? What do you mean the spider is making a monkey out of me?! You have always been so RUDE, pal!
spider: Gosh, how long have you been down in this dungeon?
guard: Wait... how would something I imagined not know that? Oh, god! How long HAVE I been down here?
spider: Way to along. I have watched for for quite some time. Stop sleeping on that hay! IT is filthy
guard: Oh... perhaps you are right, spider friend. I... I thought someone was to relieve me of my duties by now..
spider: I afraid to tell you that they are dead sir, they skeleton that you were yelling at. Well...
guard: ..w-what? N-no! That cannot be... That's ridiculous!
Summarize the dialogue | spider: Either I can talk or you are going crazy! Guard is yelling at the skeleton. Spider is making fun of him. |
descendant of the sons: You foul being! Leave these Halls at once! It is no business of mine what you did with my father.
ghost: He SLEW me as I slept! That BEAST you call a father, he stabbed me over and over. You are a MONSTER just like him! BLOOD WILL TELL!
descendant of the sons: Ahh! Stop this screaming at once! What do you want from me Ghost, for which you will leave me in peace?
ghost: Ha! You think you can appease me! You see violence, even now! I have not even a proper burial but was flung in a ditch, less than garbage. What could YOU possible do to right your father's evil doings!
descendant of the sons: I see now that you are trapped in theses halls until we find your worldly body and give you a burial under the tapestry.
Summarize the dialogue | descendant of the sons is a MONSTER like his father. He stabbed the ghost as he slept. The ghost is trapped in the halls until the descendant of the sons finds his body and gives him a burial. |
#Person1#: Hello. I'd like some information about the trip to Kathmandu.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. How can I help you?
#Person1#: Well, how do we travel?
#Person2#: It's a special kind of bus with room for sleeping.
#Person1#: And how many people in a group?
#Person2#: Well, the bus sleeps 10. Usually, there are 8 travelers and 2 drivers, and a girl to look after you.
#Person1#: So, we sleep normally on the bus?
#Person2#: Yes. The bus is fully equipped for cooking, and it's got a shower system that we put up every morning if the weather permits.
#Person1#: Uh...We leave from London?
#Person2#: Yes, and returned to London.
#Person1#: Is there anything special we need to bring?
#Person2#: Oh, we give everyone a list of suitable clothes and all the things to bring. Of course, space is limited.
#Person1#: Oh yes, I understand that. Now, can you tell me about the time to book?
#Person2#: Well, it depends. Usually 6 or 8 months before your trip. Could you come to our office and we can go over the details if you're interested it?
#Person1#: OK. I'll come and see you next Wednesday.
#Person2#: Yes, thanks for ringing. | #Person1# is calling #Person2# to ask for some information about the trip to Kathmandu. #Person2# tells #Person1# some details about a special kind of bus they will take, what to bring, etc. |
#Person1#: ABC company. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Can you put me through to Mr. Brown in the Sales Department?
#Person1#: I'm afraid Mr. Brown is at a meeting at the moment.
#Person2#: Can I leave a message?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Can you ask Mr. Brown to call me at 1300-621-7865?
#Person1#: Who is calling, please?
#Person2#: Alan Peterson.
#Person1#: OK. Mr. Peterson. Can you repeat the phone number?
#Person2#: That's 1300-621-7865.
#Person1#: OK. I'll ask Mr. Brown to call you as soon as the meeting is over.
#Person2#: Thanks. Bye. | Alan Peterson calls ABC company and leaves a message for Mr. Brown. |
a wild boar: It is an island human. You just said your ship wrecked. Your ship floats in water. There is water all around us. I do not want you on my island.
person: Well i am here till a ship comes by. Is it salt water or fresh water? I can't drink salt water!
a wild boar: You tell me human. Crabs and fish in ocean.
person: We should bury this guy. What did he die from
a wild boar: He died from me. I am hungry. Do not take from me.
person: I will eat you! I would love some bacon!!
a wild boar: You will die like these humans.
person: Probably not I will throw coconuts at you until you're dead
a wild boar: GET OFF MY ISLAND! EVEN IF I DIE THERE IS NO FRESH WATER!
person: I can make fresh water and drink coconut juice! Die Boar
Summarize the dialogue | a wild boar is angry at a person who is staying on his island. The person will throw coconuts at the boar until he dies. |
Evelyn: Pete I'll be late, pls tell that Mr. Dickinson
Peter: but the meeting is in 15 minutes!
Peter: He's gonna kill you
Evelyn: I know, but I needed to get Mary to school and now I'm stuck in traffic :(
Peter: <file_gif>
Peter: perhaps Mr. Dickinson will also be late…
Evelyn: I wish, but he never is…
Evelyn: I hope this meeting won't be disaster
Peter: <file_gif> | Evelyn wants Pete to inform Mr. Dickinson she will be late to their meeting because she is in traffic after she dropped off Mary at school. |
#Person1#: Do you want to go to sleep, or do you want to stay up and watch a movie? I'm pretty tired, but I'm always up for a horror movie. It is Halloween, after all...
#Person2#: I'd love to, but not tonight. I ate too much candy, and I'm so exhausted from trick-or-treating all night with the boys from the neighborhood. I need to rest! | #Person1# would like to see a horror movie but #Person2# is too tired from trick-or-treating and needs a rest. |
#Person1#: We've just moved into a house.
#Person2#: Really? Congratulations!
#Person1#: Thank you, and we want to buy a new television set.
#Person2#: What kind of television do you want to buy?
#Person1#: A colour TV set, of course, but I'm not sure about the size. Maybe we should buy a big one. If we buy a small one, we might have to change it in a few years' time for a bigger one. That would be a waste of money. What's your opinion?
#Person2#: I don't think it's necessary to buy a very big one.
#Person1#: Any reason?
#Person2#: Yes. As I know, your sitting room isn't very big. If you put in a very big television, it will be bad for your eyes, and a smaller TV set can still pick up good programmes.
#Person1#: Mm, that's quite true. I'll think about it.
#Person2#: You'd better make a quick decision because the price may go up soon. | #Person1# just moved into a house and want to buy a new television set. #Person2# doesn't think #Person1# needs a very big one since the sitting room isn't big. |
#Person1#: There are two things that you'll need to know.
#Person2#: What are they?
#Person1#: The school has three lunch periods, and the kids are divided into three groups to go to lunch.
#Person2#: Wow!
#Person1#: Furthermore, when you are dismissed in the afternoon, you will be divided into two waves.
#Person2#: Two waves?
#Person1#: The school parking lot is not big enough for all the school buses to come in at one time. So only half the buses come in first to pick up the first wave's students.
#Person2#: And the other half come in later to pick up the second wave. | #Person1# tells #Person2# there are three lunch periods and two waves due to the limited school parking lot. |
hunter: Do you mind coming with me as I search? I am not familiar with this particular area.
fisher: Yes of course! Just don't mind these old bones, just right over here is where I remembered last hearing them playing about!
hunter: Hmm, these footprints seem too small for my boys. Maybe they did not wander here, after all?
fisher: Only other place I say we could check is my small ship, hop aboard! I need to load up for my next trip out to sea anyway!
hunter: I suppose it couldn't hurt to look. Though I can't help but wonder why they would board the ship in the first place!
fisher: Kids will be kids, I know I was an adventurous spry one back in my day.
hunter: If I do find them, they'll be getting a firm punishing from me for being so reckless and abandoning the hunt!
fisher: Don't be so hard on the lads....hmm? Did you hear that coming below deck?!
Summarize the dialogue | fisher is helping hunter to search for his missing boys. |
Hon. Bill Morneau (Minister of Finance): Mr Chair we continue to manage our fiscal situation in a responsible manner and we will continue to do that
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: How much does the Government of Canada owe to the Peoples Republic of China ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair we would be happy to provide information If the member would like to send my office questions directly I would be happy to provide this information
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: It turns out I did a week ago They still have not provided answers to the questions in particular the question regarding who owns Canadas foreignheld debt We know that roughly a third of our debt is owned by foreigners How much of that debt is owned by lenders from the Peoples Republic of China ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair as I said we would be happy to reply to these questions directly We will do so We will get to it in order as we work through this crisis making sure we focus on Canadians first
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: How much is owned by lenders from Saudi Arabia ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Again Mr Chair we would be happy to provide information in this regard should the member wish to send a request directly to my office
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: Which I have Mr Chair moving along to the impacts of the debt on our people how much would a 1 increase in the effective interest rate on Canadas national debt cost Canadian taxpayers ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair we continue to manage our treasury function responsibly I would be happy to get financial calculations to the member if he would like to send those directly to my office
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: All right Mr Chair we will try a different question then as we are not getting any answers We have lower interest rates than ever before Normally it means you lock in those rates for the long run Anybody who has a mortgage knows you lock in for the long run when rates are low What percentage of Canadas national debt is locked in for more than five years ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair I would be happy to get this information to the member but I would acknowledge that as we manage the treasury function for the Government of Canada we look at the short term the medium term and the long term We think we have come up with a responsible approach to managing the ongoing debt that we have as a country
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: Mr Chair it turns out according to Department of Finance officials that less than 3 of Canadas recently added debt since March is for terms of more than five years Why has this minister made Canada so susceptible to future interest rate hikes by failing to lock in the 3715 billion of new debt he is added in the last two and a half months ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair we continue to manage the treasury function of the Government of Canada in a responsible way making sure we consider what debt should be issued in a short term a medium term and a long term which we have been doing as the Government of Canada during our entire term and as previous governments have done as well
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: Canadians would be wise not to hire this minister as their mortgage broker if they are looking to get the best rate Let us move on to the Canadian household The average household was 200 away from insolvency before this crisis began How many Canadians would experience bankruptcy in the next 12 months if interest rates were to rise by an effective one percentage point ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair again we would be happy to get calculations to the member I would make the observation that what we have been working to do during the course of this pandemic is to support Canadians and support Canadian families by providing them income during a time when they do not have access to income because they are actually at home We think that has supported them in a very very positive way that allows us to ensure that we will have a continuing economy when we get through this crisis
The Acting Chair (Mr. Bruce Stanton): You have 30 seconds left Mr Poilievre Go ahead
Hon. Pierre Poilievre: Unfortunately we will have a 1trillion debt when this fiscal year comes to an end How much will the finance minister try to raise taxes if interest rates on that debt rise by say 1 ?
Hon. Bill Morneau: Mr Chair as I have said to the House previously we do not intend to raise taxes What the member opposite is suggesting is that we should not be investing to support Canadians I think the approach we have taken with the emergency response benefit and the wage subsidy has been particularly critical for enabling Canadians to get through a very challenging time
The Acting Chair (Mr. Bruce Stanton): The floor goes to the honourable member for Beauce MrLehoux | Funds were requested to help fight human trafficking that affected vulnerable women and girls. There was concern for the rise in women abuse going up by as much as 400% and funds to support organizations to fight this not being released. Additionally, the members were made aware of the stripping of titles from First Nation women. |
#Person1#: Hello, this is Francis from XYZ Company. I would like to discuss with you about a new project some time next week. Do you have time to meet?
#Person2#: Well, I am not sure. Lets me check my agenda
#Person1#: Ok.
#Person2#: I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM, is it convenient for you?
#Person1#: It is ok with me. So I will be arriving at your office around 2 fifteen PM. Do you have a projector in your room? I would like to show you some related charts
#Person2#: Yes, there is. See you then. | Francis from XYZ Company makes an appointment with #Person2# next Tuesday to discuss a new project. |
#Person1#: I want to say goodbye to everyone.
#Person2#: You're leaving so soon. When are you off?
#Person1#: I'm catching the 9 fifteen train tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: How about I come and see you off?
#Person1#: You really don't need to.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll miss you. I hope we can see each other again soon.
#Person1#: I hope so, too. Thank you, Lily. Thank you for everything.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
#Person1#: Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me.
#Person2#: Ok. Take care. I hope you have a good journey.
#Person1#: Thank you. Remember to look me up if you're ever in Washington.
#Person2#: Of course. I will.
#Person1#: Goodbye, then. Thanks again for everything. | #Person1# is leaving tomorrow morning and #Person2# wants to see #Person1# off. #Person1# asks #Person2# to say goodbye to #Person2#'s family members and hopes to meet #Person2# in Washington. |
#Person1#: Let me help you to some more fish.
#Person2#: The fish is delicious. But I've had enough now. I'd like to have some soup.
#Person1#: Here it is. Help yourself.
#Person2#: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. If my wife were here, she would be surprised as I am.
#Person1#: Well, bring your wife if you come here next time. I haven't seen her for quite some time.
#Person2#: Sure, I will. My wife will be very happy to see you, too. Thank you for your wonderful meal.
#Person1#: I'm glad you enjoyed it. | #Person2# enjoyed the meal and is surprised that #Person1# is good at cooking. #Person1# asks #Person2# to bring his wife. |
#Person1#: Hi! I need to request a wake-up call for tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: What time do you want the call?
#Person1#: I need two calls, one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen.
#Person2#: We can certainly do that. Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen.
#Person1#: Actually, can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty. am?
#Person2#: I can certainly do that. Is there anything else?
#Person1#: I can't think of anything. If I do think of something, I'll be sure to call again.
#Person2#: Okay. Good night, sir. | #Person1# requests two wake-up calls from #Person2#, one at 7 and another at 7 thirty. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Jacob. Is everything all tight?
#Person2#: No, it's not. Someone's stolen some of my valuables two rings and a gold necklace.
#Person1#: I'm very sorry to hear that, sir. Where were they?
#Person2#: In my room. And the door was locked. It can only be one of your staff. I want my things back. And fast.
#Person1#: Well, I can certainly understand that you're upset about losing them and we'll do all we can to help. If they really are missing,it's a matter for the police.
#Person2#: What do you mean, if they are missing? I told you they were.
#Person1#: Yes, Sir. But first I'll have one of the housekeeping staff look through your room in case they're still there. But I must say that we can't be held responsible. You should have deposited the valuables with Reception. It says so on the Key Card.
#Person2#: That's not good enough. I want to see the manager immediately.
#Person1#: I'll be glad to call the duty manager for you, sir. But he'll certainly say the same. We have clear instructions about valuables and we must follow them. | Jacob lost something valuables thinks it can only be stolen by staff, but #Person2# says they are not responsible because Jacob didn't deposit the valuables. Jacob wants to see the manager. |
Nick: You there? Your skype's off.
Nick: I'll be online till 3:30.
Ted: Sorry mate. Already connected.
Ted: Getting the signal? | Nick needs Ted to contact him via Skype before 3.30. |
Kuba: You're still up?
Klaudia: Yeah. Just came back from work.
Kuba: It's 4 in the morning. What kind of job???
Klaudia: Weeding party. I was a waitress there.
Kuba: Ah, now I get it.
Klaudia: And you? Why you're still up so late?
Kuba: Can't sleep...
Klaudia: :(
Kuba: Was it a good party?
Klaudia: Did you try reading a boring book? Or some herbs?
Kuba: Tried everything.
Klaudia: Yes, the party was good. People were nice and polite. They had some great time on the dance floor ^^
Kuba: Do you oten work as a wiatress?
Klaudia: No, not really. From time to time. The party was in a restaurant held by my parents' friends and they were shot of waiting staff.
Kuba: But don't you need some papers or some legal permissions to work as a waitress?
Klaudia: Yes, you do. I don't have it, but the owner knows me, I know them and in emergency situation, I help them.
Kuba: Okey, I get it :)
Klaudia: You know, it's really not very often. I worked for them maybe 5 times in the last 2 years.
Kuba: Do they host a lot of parties?
Klaudia: Quite a lot. Every weekend, one or more events. Plus sometimes during the week, birthday parties, funeral meetings etc.
Kuba: Circle of life :P
Klaudia: :D :D :D Something like that!
Kuba: Are you going to bed now?
Klaudia: Almost there. Need to grab a few things for tomorrow. I'm going horse riding!
Kuba: So cool! Where to you ride?
Klaudia: Skierniewice. There is a small place, stables, 10 or 15 horses.
Kuba: It it far from Warsaw?
Klaudia: Some 50km?
Kuba: Why do you go there? Why did you chose this place?
Klaudia: I like the way they teach there :) I think it's a wise way. :) | It's 4 am, Kuba can't sleep and Klaudia just came back from work. She works as a waitress sometimes at her parents' friends who organise different events. Kuba needs to go to sleep as he goes horse riding tomorrow in Skierniewice. |
Dwayne: Why do the brits have to be so snobby?
Jasmine: no idea?
Dwayne: I mean, we say things differently, big deal.
Jasmine: They have to be right LOL!
Dwayne: Yes, always, and remind us where the language came from.
Jasmine: Remember what I say, that they invented it but we perfected it!
Dwayne: Yeah, I just don't argue anymore.
Jasmine: It is exhausting. Can you just leave?
Dwayne: No, that would be rude.
Jasmine: Ah. Okay.
Dwayne: I will just ignore, deflect and put a good face on it.
Jasmine: Frustrating.
Dwayne: Yes it is.
Jasmine: Simone would slap someone!
Dwayne: She would! LOL!
Jasmine: Good thing she ain't there!
Dwayne: You know it!
Jasmine: Made you laugh!
Dwayne: You did, thank you! | Dwayne is frustrated that British people are snobby and keep talking about the origin of the English language. |
ghost: Laughing, an otherworldly sound that swirls all around you, getting louder and louder and louder....You think so, do you? Why don't you try then?
family member: I fact, I think the witches can cast a hex with one of my hairs.
ghost: Stealing the hat from you, I hold it before your eyes and it disappears in a puff of smoke. Now what, smartypants?
family member: I've got plenty more hats where that came from, and plenty more hairs!
ghost: Smacking you back and forth from hand to hand, batting you around like a cat with a mouse....all the while laughing at you....a chilling evil laugh that makes you regret coming into my forest.
family member: You're falling right into my trap, specter.
ghost: Staring deep into your eyes, you can feel me rifling through your soul
Summarize the dialogue | family member thinks witches can cast a hex with one of his hairs. ghost steals the hat from him and holds it before his eyes. it disappears in a puff of smoke. |
the king: I need a wife mama
the king's mother who sits at their side.: What do you mean my Lord?
the king: I want to get married, the queen is not performing the duties of a wife
the king's mother who sits at their side.: You can get married if you like. Do I not please you?
the king: No you are my mother,ewww
the king's mother who sits at their side.: I know that I am your mother. You wife will never be the queen.
the king: well, you want to be nasty mama, I can't imagine sleeping with my mother but you look like a goddess and you are sexier than my wife. Maybe we can do something in secret what do you say?
the king's mother who sits at their side.: You should not joke like that with your mother. I can have your head for that.
the king: awwww
the king's mother who sits at their side.: I mean business
the king: Ok then get me a virgin that's as beautiful as you
Summarize the dialogue | the king wants to get married and his queen is not performing the duties of a wife. the king's mother who sits at their side. doesn't want to marry the king and suggests a virgin as a wife. |
Claire: I just got a job offer
Tom: wow! that's cool!
Tom: what is it?
Claire: It's actually pretty cool, Paid social manager
Claire: they work with cool brands, fashion industry, so something I'm interested in
Tom: Sounds amazing! How much do they pay?
Claire: I don't know yet, I haven't asked because it's in Swansea :/
Tom: oh damn
Claire: yeah, my thoughts exactly
Tom: so what are you thinking?
Claire: I don't know, I asked the recruiter if they have an opening in London or just a different big city
Claire: I don't want to move to Swansea...
Tom: but the job's cool, it sounds perfect for you
Claire: I know :(((
Claire: He said they don't have anything in London, just Swansea
Claire: i don't get why they do this
Tom: it's good that they're interested in your profile
Claire: yes, but why no one's from London... I got a lot of offers from Ireland as well
Tom: eh, but don't you want to give it a go?
Claire: I was thinking about it, but... no, if I were a fresh graduate then maybe, but now it's kind of pointless | Claire got a job offer for a Paid social manager. They work with the fashion industry, so it's interesting for Claire. However, it's in Swansea. She would prefer something in London or another big city. She's also getting many offers from Ireland. |
warden: Haven't had this much fun since they fried that guy last month! Who's first?
executioner: Let's leave the polyester guy till last. Make him sweat.
warden: I say let's slowly torture one of the dissenters first?
executioner: Yes! Do we have any Commies? They make the best noises ..
warden: Nah - we have a Democrat, a Socialist and a Republican.
executioner: No commies ... that's disappointing. Let's take a branding iron to the Republican shall we?
warden: Hold on - let me go get some popcorn first.
executioner: Salted for me!
warden: We have to think of something good for the branding?
executioner: How about a peace sign? That'll upset him. Though as the rest of his life is only likely to be measured in hours, it probably does not matter much
warden: Think there's time for me to take a quick nap first. It is the afternoon and I want to be fresh for all of these.
Summarize the dialogue | warden and executioner are going to torture some prisoners. They have a Democrat, a Socialist and a Republican. They are going to torture the Republican first. |
priest: You servant. What brings you to these holy four walls.
servant: Tell me priest, am i saved?
priest: You can be... for 40 gold.
servant: I...uh don't...uh have forty gold.
priest: Haha! Just kidding. We aren't barbaric like the catholic church.
servant: WHEW! I thought you were serious.
priest: Calm down Servant. Laughter is good for the soul. Tell me. Have you committed any sins as of late?
servant: Yes my father..
priest: Place your hand on this bible, and confess my son.
servant: I confess to killing another human being.
priest: By god. What drove you to commit a wicked act?
servant: My master told me too.
priest: Who is your master?
servant: Lord Whitney, he is very cruel.
Summarize the dialogue | servant is at the church to be saved. He confesses to killing another human being because his master told him to. |
guest: Why did the dragon attack your home?
their family: Why indeed. They are vile nasty creatures. They don't even eat their kill. They just kill for sport. I hear they sit on top piles of gold a guard it as if it were their children.
guest: I'm lucky to have never come across one, I suppose.
their family: Yes, but if the dragon never destroyed my home then I never would have met this wonderful family.
guest: There's a silver lining in everything, right?
their family: Hahaha, I'm glad you understand. It was wonderful getting to know you. Where do you think you are headed next?
guest: I am going to visit my father. It has been years since I have seen him and I hear he has fallen ill. It might be my last chance to say goodbye.
Summarize the dialogue | their family's home was destroyed by a dragon. The dragon doesn't eat its kill, it just kills for sport. The guest is going to visit his father. |
janitor: I guess it is possible but I assume the kings and their servants like you would be on a higher level
priest: This is the sort of attitude that has gotten us to where we are today... Now, where did you get that notion?
janitor: Well the way the king talks it seems like he is almost an equal to the gods if not better
priest: And the way you talk, it would seem as if you were nothing at all. But we both know better than that, now don't we?
janitor: Well I wouldn't say I'm nothing. I think I'm an excellent janitor
priest: Ah ha! If you believe it so, and work to make it so, it shall be so.
janitor: Well thank you father. You have given me a confidence I didn't know I had in me. What should I do now?
priest: Search within, and learn what it is you believe to be so. Only then you will know what to do.
Summarize the dialogue | Janitor thinks the kings are on a higher level than him. The priest thinks this is the attitude that has gotten the world to where it is today. |
Pete: How is the plan for today?
Patty: We're going to the spectacular beach on the Western coast
Josh: yes, on the leeward coast
Pete: why there?
Kim: there is more sun in the morning
Patty: in the afternoon we will go on the windward coast
Patty: the light is beautiful on the other side of the island in the afternoon
Pete: sounds good
Pete: Cofete?
Patty: Yes
Pete: good choice, I think I'll be there as well
Josh: so we will meet there!
Patty: but we won't arrive before 14
Pete: just let me know when you're there
Patty: ok | Pete, Patty, Kim and Josh will go to the beach on the leeward coast in the morning. They will go to windward coast beach in the afternoon. |
captive: Sure. Where are you taking me? I haven't been out of the city dungeon in over 10 years.
the lone captain: You not allowedto have that we are taking to island prison were you will spend the rest of you days
captive: It was a poison fruit anyway!!
the lone captain: How dare you!!
captive: If you would feed me some rats, I wouldn't be this grumpy!
the lone captain: Here eat some bread if you behave I give you something else later
captive: I want rats! I want my friend Rory. Where is he?
the lone captain: You killed Rory its why you are on this miserable trip to begin with
captive: No! Rory was my best friend these past years in prison.
the lone captain: Well apparently you don't treat your friends to well you beat him to death and shoved a rat in his mouth
captive: He tried to eat my rat. What do you expect?
the lone captain: Well its rats ;ofe
captive: Are you going to eat my rats too?!
Summarize the dialogue | The lone captain is taking the captive to the island prison. The captive killed Rory. Rory tried to eat the rat the captain gave the captive. |
Braydon: What are you wearing :p
Jane: Casual clothes :)
Braydon: Casual clothes to bed ?
Jane: Yeah because I haven't changed them yet
Braydon: Ok
Jane: Now I'm wearing shorts and tshirt
Braydon: Can I see
Jane: It's all black and loose
Braydon: Hmm I can't see :p | Braydon wants to see what Jane is wearing to bed. |
May: Have you bought a gift or flowers for Mum?
Jane: No, why
Theo: It's Mother's Day Jane!
May: I got her her favourite perfumes, just fyi
Jane: thanks for the heads up! | May bought perfume for her mother. |
witch: I'll give you 10 coppers for it. You can get yourself a bed at the inn for the night and a warm meal
homeless person: I say, that does sound rather nice. I haven't slept indoors in many of years! Manny many of year.
witch: Can you help me find it? It is a matter of some urgency.
homeless person: Yes, yes, *starts digging through trash bag* Tell me, why is this broken thing you're looking for of such importance? You must be able to just conjure up another?
witch: The sconce is ordinary. Now that it's broken, it would be practically worthless. I neither have the time to explain, nor is it a matter of your concern. Suffice to say, I require it.
homeless person: If it's worthless maybe it belongs in the trash,
witch: Do you want those coppers or not?
homeless person: Yes, I do, I am sorry witch, I mean ma'am. Say I found this pouch earlier, and have not checked it yet.
Summarize the dialogue | The witch wants to buy a broken sconce. She offers the homeless person 10 coppers for it. The witch wants it urgently. The homeless person digs through the trash bag for it. |
Mina: We're going to the movies tonight?
Lola: yes, the Favourite
Joe: amazing, finally! | Mina, Lola and Joe are going to the movies tonight, to see 'The Favourite'. |
#Person1#: Well, you know what, don't do it, ' cause the minute you do, they lose all respect for you.
#Person2#: Well, it's not like that. We just e-mail, it's really nothing. On top of which I am definitely thinking about stopping because it's getting. . .
#Person1#: Out of hand.
#Person2#: Confusing. But not, because it's nothing.
#Person1#: Where'd you meet him?
#Person2#: Oh, listen, I can't even remember. Ok, on my birthday, I wandered into over 30 rooms, for a joke, sort of and he was there, and we started chatting. . .
#Person1#: About what?
#Person2#: Oh, books, and music, how much we both love New York. Harmless, harmless, meaningless. Bouquets of sharpened pencils. Oh.
#Person1#: Excuse me?
#Person2#: Forget it. We don't talk about anything personal, so I don't know his name or what he does or where he lives exactly. So it'll be really easy for me to stop seeing him, because I'm not. . . | #Person1# asks #Person2# to stop seeing the man that #Person2# met on #Person2#'s birthday when #Person2# wandered into 30 rooms and saw him then they started chatting about non-personal things. |
tax agent: Alright my friend, it's time to pay up. The king demands your taxes, and you know you've been skirting them for far too long.
sailor: Ahoy. You've got the wrong man.
tax agent: I doubt it. Your name?
sailor: That's need to know, mate.
tax agent: Don't make me...tie you.
sailor: Leave, sir.
tax agent: I'll take my rope...and my taxes! You owe 200 gold pieces!
sailor: Tally ho! Leave me now.
tax agent: Look, it's been a long day. Give me 100 gold and we'll call it even.
sailor: I told you, you've got the wrong man.
tax agent: Harold...Mencer is it?
sailor: No, sir. Thomas Platt.
tax agent: Oh, I'm sorry. Do you know where I can find Harold?
Summarize the dialogue | sailor is a Thomas Platt. Tax agent wants him to pay 200 gold pieces. sailor refuses. Tax agent wants to find Harold Miller. |
Natalie: Could anybody check if my wallet is in my room?
Jenny: I'm not home
Tobias: It's here <file_photo>
Natalie: phew | Natalie's wallet is in her room. |
rat: This place is heaven for me, great hiding places
person: I am sure you like eating all of that slop. Can you help me out? I need to get back to work at the mill! They will be missing me.
rat: Why not enjoy the food at the pantry they are great!
person: Listen rat, will you help me or not? I do not even know how I ended up in this place!
rat: Do you remember anything?
person: I remember nothing at all! I was going home after a hard day of work at the mill. and POOF. I am here.
rat: I heard some guy was saying you made a deal with a witch
person: A witch? That can not be possible, I am a good man from the village!
rat: I have ears around these places and many people have been talking about it
person: I must straighten this out right away! Can you pick these locked chains for me? I shall feed you what every it is you want
rat: I've been doing fine without anyone.
Summarize the dialogue | Rat is in the pantry. Rat wants the person to help him get out of the place. The person does not remember how he got there. The person is going to the mill. |
Ben: What the hell are you doing there?
Frank: What do you mean, Ben?
Ben: I am waiting for your fucking report.
Ben: It was supposed to be on my desk yesterday morning.
Frank: What fucking report?
Ben: You fucking kidding, right?
Frank: I'd never fucking kid you, Ben?
Ben: In my office, now!
Frank: On my way. | Ben is waiting for Frank's report that was due yesterday morning. Ben requested Frank immediate presence in his office. |
Amy: Josh, you need to ask Lilly for the recipe
Amy: that pie was delicious
Josh: I can do that
Josh: she says that she will send it to you tomorrow
Amy: sweet!
Amy: and I'm not only talking about the pie
Josh: I told her that you're excited ;)
Amy: just remember that next month you're coming to us
Josh: will there be pie?
Amy: can't promise anything but I'll try :)
Josh: yay! | Lilly will send Amy the recipe tomorrow. Josh and Lilly are coming to Amy next month. |
blacksmith: Hello your highness how may I help you
king: Pick my crown up for me.
blacksmith: Here you go sir
king: I am in need of a new sword. Get me your finest.
blacksmith: Well let me make you the finest sword in the kingdom. Are we going to war is that why you need a new sword
king: We may be very soon Blacksmith.
blacksmith: Oh no that would be such a same , at the same time it would be a big boon for my buisness
king: We will be fine, and you will soon be rich.
blacksmith: Sounds great my king anything else you desire me to make for you
king: I guess I could use some spears as well Blacksmith.
blacksmith: Spears ok sound great, how is therestof the royal family doing
king: The Queen is fearful of the upcoming war.
blacksmith: They can't get like that but you are a great leader I have no fears
king: Much appreciated Blacksmith.
Summarize the dialogue | blacksmith will make a sword and spears for the king. |
#Person1#: Hey, that's a very nice hairdo you're wearing!
#Person2#: Oh you're exaggerating. I'm never really good at making hairdo.
#Person1#: You did it yourself? Wow, you are good!
#Person2#: Thanks for saying so, but my husband thinks otherwise.
#Person1#: He's just got no idea of how good you are. | #Person1# appreciates the hairdo that #Person2# is wearing. |
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, Is this the road to the peace Store?
#Person2#: You could get there this way, but it'd be faster to go along the Wort Street.
#Person1#: Where's Wort Street, please?
#Person2#: Turn right at the third intersection, you'll see the street and then walk along the street to the south.
#Person1#: How far is it from the Wort Street?
#Person2#: Just walk for a few minutes, you'll find it.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the Peace Store. #Person1# is grateful. |
Julie: Charlie? are you there?
Charlie: Sorry, I can’t really be on much because I need to revise what I wrote OTL and I’ve just realised I have no idea where I’m actually supposed to go tomorrow
Charlie: Like I know it’s my institute’s building but I don’t know which room...
Charlie: So now I’m panicking a little because I feel stupid, like... did I miss that info? How did I know the previous time I had a defence, for my Bachelor’s thesis? I can’t remember at all
Charlie: And the friend I wanted to ask isn’t answering her phone, so...
Julie: Oh nooo ;//A///;
Julie: I understand
Julie: dam tho that sucks :/
Julie: ugh this is why I hate relying on my schoolmates
Charlie: Well, she might be busy, I understand. I’m just nervous and worried
Charlie: Bc idk if I should email my thesis advisor, then... I don’t want to bother him because I don’t know if I should? Maybe it’ll just be written on the entrance or something
Charlie: I’ll die if I don’t know, I guess I’ll message him instead of waiting for my friend
Julie: Yeah I would message him ;o;
Julie: just to give you peace of mind | Charlie does not know which room he has to go to tomorrow for a defence of his bachelor's thesis. He cannot reach his friend on the phone and ask her. Julie finds his idea to message his thesis advisor good. |
Kelly: My neighbour is drilling
Kelly: Since 7 am in the morning
Kelly: I cannot work like that
Gerda: Have you talked to him?
Kelly: Yes
Kelly: "Sorry madam, I need to finish this today"
Betty: I'm working in the coffee shop
Betty: Wanna join me?
Kelly: Ok
Kelly: Are you at Regents Street?
Betty: You know me
Kelly: I'll be there in 15 minutes
Gerda: Maybe I'll also join you
Kelly: Yes! | Kelly's neighbour has been drilling since 7 a.m. She can't work at home. She'll join Betty at a coffee shop in Regents Street in 15 minutes. Gerda will join them as well. |
pastry chef: Ahh finally! Got some milk for me?
milk maid: Yea..I have fresh milk for you
pastry chef: Hmm let me test it to make sure that it is as fresh as you say
milk maid: Here, have a taste
pastry chef: Seems quite fresh, milk maid. How much will that run me?
milk maid: Take it as a free gift
pastry chef: Wow, that is quite some generosity! What's the occasion?
milk maid: Its my birthday
pastry chef: Happy birthday then! How old are you now?
milk maid: 55 years...tell me, do you have any special cuisine for tonight?
pastry chef: Well I just needed this milk to start making some cake, so would you like to stick around?
milk maid: Nah..i want to be with my family
pastry chef: That's fair, I'll have to give you a slice sometime for your birthday.
milk maid: wow...so kind of you. Thanks a lot kind chef
Summarize the dialogue | milk maid has some fresh milk for pastry chef. It's her birthday. She's 55. Pastry chef will make a cake for her birthday. |
cooks: I just got back from the market. I haven't made it back to the kitchen, and the fishermen haven't brought the fish back yet.
eagle: You smell of lies and fish. Show me the brown parcel.
cooks: You mean this? It is just a ladle!
eagle: No. The brown parcel. Stop trying to hide it.
cooks: I have nothing of the sorts. I have the herbs, a knife, and am wearing a tunic, skirt, and handkerchief. That is all
eagle: I smell fish on you. Why? Where have you been?
cooks: Lol, silly. I smell of fish because I was using this handkerchief to clean my hands after cutting up the fish last night for dinner.
eagle: I'm sorry to have bothered you. I am just so hungry. It is hard for me to find fish because the fishermen take it all.
cooks: I am sorry to hear that. Why don't you stop by the kitchen window later night, I will save you some fish when the fishermen brings their daily catch.
Summarize the dialogue | cooks has just got back from the market. The fishermen haven't brought the fish back yet. The eagle smells fish on cooks because she was using a handkerchief to clean her hands after cutting up the fish last night for dinner. cooks will save the e |
#Person1#: There are so many record players here. That is hard to choose.
#Person2#: Look at this one. It has a radio and cassette player and built in speakers.
#Person1#: I'd rather get one with separated speakers. They give a clear sound.
#Person2#: Yes, but we shouldn't get any thing too big. Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture.
#Person1#: That's right. Now this one looks alright? It's a detached or do you prefer this one? It's Sony.
#Person2#: Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration. | #Person1# and #Person2# want to choose a record player. #Person2# suggests consulting a salesman. |
Jenny: Hey, anyone’s been to the lecture today?
Tom: Nope, sick all day
Freddie: No teachers here, Tom ;)
Tom: I am sick, I’ve been puking for the entire morning
Kathy: So you’re not sick, just hangover :D
Jenny: Ekhm, guys, lecture?
Freddie: I can send you the notes. Also, I think there must have been someone who was recording it.
Kathy: Me for example ;)
Jenny: Would you mind send me all you have?
Jenny: Middleton hates me enough, I don’t want to give him an excuse to kick me out.
Kathy: Sure, I’ll email it as soon as I get home.
Tom: CC me please?...
Jenny: Do we need to prepare something for next week? Did he say anything about the test?
Freddie: Yeah, it’s probably going to be rescheduled, so in three weeks – more time to procrastinate :D
Tom: And you’re telling us now?!
Kathy: And we have an essay to write, due next week ;)
Jenny: Oh no no no no
Freddie: It was supposed to be due in two weeks, but as he rescheduled the test, he said we should at least work on the essay.
Jenny: At least!
Tom: What a dickhead…
Kathy: Well, he assumed that everyone’s started already…
Jenny: Yeah, sure, two weeks before the deadline :D
Freddie: Oh, are you telling me that you haven’t started yet, Jenny? :P
Jenny: Oh, only 50 pages down, another 100 to go :P
Tom: Uhm… what are we supposed to write about?
Kathy: The influence of Jane Austen’s prose on literature
Freddie: Vague much, really creative
Tom: Is this even legal to change the deadline this late?
Kathy: Hahahaha
Jenny: I highly encourage you to bring up this issue, Tom ;) | Tom was sick in the morning, so he didn't go to the lecture today. Kathy will share her notes by email with Jenny and Tom. The deadline for the essay on the influence of Jane Austen’s prose on literature was shortened and it's due next week. The test will probably be in three weeks' time. |
Deirdre: Try to download this audiobook from my account
Deirdre: <file_other>
Deirdre: Everyone should listen to it!
Rachel: Can I just log in to your account???
Deirdre: Yes, I sent you the password yesterday
Rachel: Ok got it
Rachel: I can't download it, can't even see such option
Deirdre: Try in "digital resources"
Rachel: I can see the book but it was downloaded on 25th
Deirdre: Try to click the listen button
Rachel: Ok it works now but I have to keep logged in to listen to it
Deirdre: It's ok just tell me when you finish | Deirdre suggested Rachel to download an audiobook from her account but it had been already downloaded on 25th. She had to stay logged in to listen to it though. |
#Person1#: What's the date today, Mr. Brown? I don't have a calendar.
#Person2#: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
#Person1#: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
#Person2#: What time is your appointment?
#Person1#: It is at 8 o'clock .
#Person2#: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
#Person1#: I don't know what time it is.
#Person2#: It must be about 6 o'clock.
#Person1#: I have to go now. I don't want to be late.
#Person2#: You won't be late. It's still early. | Mr. Brown tells #Person1# it is about 6 o'clock on September 25th and #Person1# can reach the appointment on time. |
widow: Oh my, quite verbose for a beast of burden. Are you the spirit of a man trapped in a camel?
camel: I am just a lonely camel, out here in the desert. No man trapped in here. Tell me, What brings you to the desert?
widow: I am looking for water. I am all alone now that my husband is dead and must fend for myself.
camel: A woman such as your self is sure to find love again. Would you like a ride somewhere?
widow: Yes please. The oasis with water is close by in the valley by the Emir's tent. The large green tent. Are you sure you weren't sent by my husband's spirit to help me?
camel: I am sorry to say I was not sent by your husband. I will gladly assist you! I could use a drink myself. Hop on my back and don't mind my humps.
Summarize the dialogue | camel offers to take the widow to the oasis with water. |
#Person1#: May I invite you for a dance?
#Person2#: With pleasure.
#Person1#: You dance well. Do you breakdance?
#Person2#: Me, what brought that on?
#Person1#: There's a story about breakdancing in the paper.
#Person2#: What does it say?
#Person1#: According to the story, it's some sort of modern dance style.
#Person2#: Like disco?
#Person1#: Well, breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance.
#Person2#: And disco a kind of nightclub.
#Person1#: Right, a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music. . .
#Person2#: So. . . disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it. And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether.
#Person1#: You are witty. | #Person1# introduces a story of breakdance to #Person2# when they are dancing. #Person1# also makes a comparison between disco and breakdancing. |
#Person1#: Excuse me, could you tell me where Peking University is on this map?
#Person2#: Let me see. Here it is.
#Person1#: Could you tell me how to get there?
#Person2#: I ' m afraid I can ' t because I ' m a stranger here.
#Person1#: Oh, thanks all the same.
#Person2#: Not at all. You can ask the policeman over there. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask the policeman the way to Peking University. |
#Person1#: Stupid girl, making me spend so much money, now I have to get it from the ATM...
#Person2#: Hello, welcome to Universal Bank. Please insert your card into the slot.
#Person1#: I know where to put my card! Stupid machine, talking to me like I ' m an idiot...
#Person2#: Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key. Thank you. Please select an option. Thank you. You have selected withdrawal.
#Person1#: Yeah, yeah, I know what I selected. Just gimme my money!
#Person2#: Please type the amount you would like to withdraw. Thank you, you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation. If this is correct please press 1.
#Person1#: No, no! Stupid machine, what are you doing! No!
#Person2#: Confirmed. Thank you for using our bank! Please remove your card from the slot. Goodbye!
#Person1#: No, no way! What happened? Give me my money!
#Person2#: Danger, danger! The exits have been sealed and the doors will remain locked in until the local authorities arrive. Thank you for using our bank. Have a nice day. | #Person1# run out of money because of a girl, and is withdrawing money from an ATM. But the ATM seems to go wrong and transfers #Person1#'s money to the World Wildlife Foundation, driving #Person1# crazy. |
#Person1#: When in Rome, do as the Romans do, they say.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Roman is living in Rome, of course. And go to work by car, or bus, or on foot.
#Person2#: I think the Romans do what everyone else does.
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: And Roman really loves life. He knows how to enjoy himself.
#Person1#: Not always. But they like good meal.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: How can I go there to have a taste?
#Person2#: By air of course. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss Roman's lifestyle and good food. |
Jenny: hi
Jenny: beer today?
Jenny: or vodka?
Tom: beer
Jenny: i finish at 5
Tom: so we can have a dinner
Tom: and then go drinking
Jenny: it will be great :)
Tom: i will collect you from your work
Jenny: thanks :)
Jenny: can you take my high heels?
Jenny: i want to wear them :)
Tom: red ones?
Jenny: yup | Tom and Jenny are going to have dinner together and grab a beer. Tom will pick Jenny up from work at 5 and will bring her red high heels. |
person: hello
a spider spins its web in the pew corner: hello why are you out on this cold nihht?
person: I lost my way...
a spider spins its web in the pew corner: I'm trying to find something to eat will you help me look?
person: I am curious, what do spiders eat?
a spider spins its web in the pew corner: Anything available you tho are much too big.
person: you try it and i will crush you under my foot
a spider spins its web in the pew corner: I will out run you at every turn. This is my street and you a simple vistor.
person: You realise i can kill you with just two fingers of mine?
a spider spins its web in the pew corner: hahaha try me.
person: dont force me to kill you
a spider spins its web in the pew corner: Lucky you ive found a bug.
person: that wont stop me from killing you
Summarize the dialogue | a spider spins its web in the pew corner and asks for help in finding something to eat. person is afraid of spiders and wants to kill it. |
#Person1#: Are we supposed to get off right here?
#Person2#: I think so ; hurry up and get off.
#Person1#: Where are we?
#Person2#: I don't know.
#Person1#: You said this was the right stop.
#Person2#: I think I was wrong.
#Person1#: Did we get off the bus too early?
#Person2#: I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did.
#Person1#: Why did you tell me to get off?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I thought this was our stop.
#Person1#: I really don't feel like walking.
#Person2#: We could always wait for the next bus to come. | #Person2# made #Person1# and #Person2# get off the bus too early. #Person1# blames #Person2# and #Person2# apologizes. |
Parker: Have you seen the game?
Tom: It was mind-blowing !!
Greg: Awesome!! | Parker, Tom and Greg have watched the game. |
#Person1#: I want to buy a farm. I think I'd like to grow wheat, is the ground here good for that?
#Person2#: No, I don't think it's good for farming.
#Person1#: Why do you know so well?
#Person2#: I own a farm here, but farming is very hard work.
#Person1#: But modern farm equipment can make farming easier.
#Person2#: Yes, but you should cut down trees, clear a lot of land and make the soil rich.
#Person1#: I don't mind hard work. I just want to get away from my factory.
#Person2#: You can have my farm at a low price, $ 200, if you want it.
#Person1#: All right. You're giving me the farm, aren't you? | #Person1# wants to buy a farm to get away from his factory. #Person2# wants to sell his farm to #Person1# at a low price. |
Emilia: Shit! Cant find my keys:(
Emilia: will be late, sorrrryyy!!!
Meggy: that's quite usual ;) :P
Catherine: dont worry, we'll wait:)
Meggy: :) | Emilia can't find her keys and she will be late for a meeting with Meggy and Catherine. |
#Person1#: That was a very interesting presentation, Ms. Wang. My colleagues and I are very impressed with your proposal.
#Person2#: Oh, no, surely. Your ideas were very interesting as well.
#Person1#: To show our appreciation for your hard work, we'd like to invite you to have dinner with us.
#Person2#: Oh, that would be lovely. Thank you.
#Person1#: Excellent. Have you had French food before?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Marvelous! | #Person1# invites Ms. Wang to have French food to show their appreciation for her presentation. |
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DialogSumm
DialogSumm is a mixture of the following dialog datasets:
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from datasets import load_dataset
dataset = load_dataset("Isotonic/DialogSumm")
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