#Person1#: Excuse me? Is this where I register? I'd like to sign up for my courses for next semester.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. I need your student ID please.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Okay, Susan. It says here that you are a business major and you are in your second year. Is this information correct?
#Person1#: Yes. I do want to take some additional credits this year to get a minor in psychology.
#Person2#: Sure. That's not a problem. Do you have the list of courses you want to take this semester?
#Person1#: Yeah. Here's my list. I'm not sure if the class schedule will allow me to take all of them though.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's perfect. What about the subjects for your minor?
#Person1#: Oh yeah! Almost forgot! I need to take fundamental linguistics, consumer psychology and neuroanatomy.
#Person2#: Wow, you are going to be busy this semester! Okay, here you go. You are registered now, you'll have to make your first tuition payment before classes start.

Summary: Susan is a business major and she wants to get a minor in psychology. #Person2# helps her register for the courses and reminds her to make a tuition payment.


#Person1#: I am so busy today.
#Person2#: Can I help you?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Perhaps you could do the shopping.
#Person2#: I'll be glad to help.
#Person1#: Or maybe make the beds.
#Person2#: All you have to do is ask for help.
#Person1#: Thanks. That's terrific!
#Person2#: I'm ready and willing to help.

Summary: #Person1# is busy and #Person2# is very willing to help.


#Person1#: Hello, Bob. I haven't seen you for a long time. How are you getting along with your preparations for the entrance exam?
#Person2#: Well, I really can't tell. Anyhow, I'm doing my best, working night and day.
#Person1#: So am I. Sometimes, I feel very tired, both physically and mentally.
#Person2#: I feel the same. I often suffer from headaches and general weakness. Not enough time for sleeping. I don't know what will become of me if it goes on like this for long.
#Person1#: And no time for sports, even music, not to mention films or TV programs. All we can see is exercises, exam papers and this sort of things.
#Person2#: It seems that to go to college is the only future we have.
#Person1#: Certainly not. Even if we can't go to college, we can take up many other jobs and do our bits for the society as well.
#Person2#: Quite right. But we'll get more knowledge after studying several years at college. That means we can work better for our country and people after graduation. In addition our parents lay great hope on us, and we shouldn't make them feel disappointed.

Summary: Both #Person1# and Bob feel tired when preparing the entrance exam. #Person1# doesn't think going to college is the only future they have. Bob agrees but still thinks it's a better choice.


#Person1#: Tiffany, why are more and more people turning to the Web to find a mate?
#Person2#: I think that, as more people use the Internet for both work and pleasure, it makes more sense as a tool to connect with people, and the stigma of meeting someone online is reduced.
#Person1#: There are actually special sites for people looking to date within their specific ethinc group and age group. But how should you screen potential mates? Do you suggest talking to them on the phone right away or communicating via e-mail?
#Person2#: I would say do not make the e-mail exchange too long. A lot of times a connection via e-mail creates almost a false sense of intimacy. Quickly make sure there is a connection in the physical world.
#Person1#: Can you give us any other safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net?
#Person2#: I'd suggest you not give out too much personal information,like your home address,until after several dates. Just keep up the same guards you would keep up if you were meeting any stranger.
#Person1#: Besides the growth of these matchmaker sites,do you have any stats on success rates? Are people out there finding true and lasting love through the Internet
#Person2#: Well,for a site like ecrush. com,since their debut in Valentine's Day in 1999,of the 1. 5 million people who have joined ecrush. com, 300000 have actually matched.
#Person1#: Do you have any successful stories to share?
#Person2#: Yes, the couple that I highlighted at today's show met on Match. com and they're getting married this summer.

Summary: #Person1# asks Tiffany's views on people turning to the Web to find a mate. Tiffany suggests quickly make sure there's a connection in the physical world and gives some safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net. Finally, Tiffany shares a successful story.


#Person1#: Hello, how can I be of service?
#Person2#: Hello. I'm not sure who I need to speak to. I got this 50 yuan note today and it seems a little odd to me.
#Person1#: The first thing we do is check the feel of the paper ;d oes it feel too thick or too thin? Then we check the watermark. In my opinion it is counterfeit. I'll just run it through the scanner to double check.
#Person2#: What happens now?
#Person1#: Well, it's our policy to confiscate all counterfeit notes. So, unfortunately you'll lose this 50 RIB. We'll give you a receipt to show the note has been confiscated.

Summary: #Person2# asks for #Person1#'s help to check the 50 yuan note. #Person1# thinks it's counterfeit and will confiscate it.


#Person1#: Good afternoon. What service do you require?
#Person2#: I'd like to rent a safety deposit box here, please.
#Person1#: For what purpose exactly, if you don't mind me asking? I must ask because I need to know the size, you see.
#Person2#: No problem. My husband bought me some beautiful jewellery for our anniversary and I don't feel safe keeping it in the house. Initially, on the advice of a friend, I stored it in the freezer.
#Person1#: What a lovely gift. Yes, I can understand why you wouldn't be comfortable keeping something so valuable at home. I think one of our small ones will be perfect. Do you have some ID with you?
#Person2#: Yes, right here. So, we can do this today, then? That will definitely ease my mind.
#Person1#: Certainly, just fill in this form, please.

Summary: #Person2# needs to rent a safety box to keep her jewelry. #Person1# serves her and suggests a small one.


#Person1#: Amy, so, how are you doing?
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Sam. School is so crazy these days, and when I'm not at school, I'm at work.
#Person1#: Hey, listen. I'm getting together with Sara and Paul tonight, and a few of other friends are going to join us. And we're going out to eat and then watch a movie. Why not come with us?
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I have to study for a test tomorrow.
#Person1#: Ah, come on. We're planning on having dinner around 6:30 and then seeing a movie at 7:30. We should be home by 10:30...11:30 at the latest.
#Person2#: I... I don't think I'd better. I haven't been feeling well lately.
#Person1#: Yeah, because you study too much. Well, we'll have a fun time. And it's Sara's birthday, too. And we're throwing her a small birthday party after the movie. Come on. Best friends always stick together.
#Person2#: Oh. Okay.
#Person1#: Great. I'll pick you up about 6:00.
#Person2#: Okay. See you then, but I have to be back by 10:30.
#Person1#: Ah, 10:30... Midnight. It's all the same. See you at 6:00.

Summary: Sam invites Amy to eat and watch a movie with some friends but Amy has to study for a test. Sam persuades Amy to join because it's Sara's birthday.


#Person1#: Lucy, you're back. What classes did you have?
#Person2#: Well, I had English from 9:00 to 10:30, art from 13:30 to 15:00. And math from 15:45 to 17:15.
#Person1#: What do you think of the teachers?
#Person2#: To be honest, I like all of them except the math teacher. Though he must be quite young, he seems like an old person. He's so boring.
#Person1#: That's too bad. How is your English teacher?
#Person2#: She is great. In today's class, she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student. She told us not to push ourselves hard for exams, but to pay more attention to communicating than memorizing.
#Person1#: Did she give you any homework?
#Person2#: Not today, she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework.
#Person1#: No wonder you like the class so much.

Summary: Lucy tells #Person1# she doesn't like the math teacher because he's boring. Lucy likes the English teacher because she's encouraging and didn't give homework.


#Person1#: Could you tell me what I should do if my car breaks down?
#Person2#: Well, I'm sure you won't have any trouble, Mrs. Smith, but if something should happen, just call this number. They'll see that you get help.

Summary: #Person1# tells Mrs. Smith to call #Person1# if her car breaks down.


#Person1#: What was the biggest turing point in your life?
#Person2#: I use I would say that would be moving out of my parents' house for the first time.
#Person1#: Really? Why is that?
#Person2#: Till I moved out of my parents' home, I became a lot more independent.
#Person1#: What would you say was the lowest point in your life?
#Person2#: That would definitely be getting a divorce.
#Person1#: What went wrong?
#Person2#: We just weren't right for each other.
#Person1#: How long were you married?
#Person2#: The marriage only lasted about a year.
#Person1#: Have you remarried since then?
#Person2#: Yes, I got married to a man that I met shortly after I divorced my first husband.
#Person1#: Do you think you'll ever get a divorce again?
#Person2#: Oh I hope not, my first marriage was a mistake, but this one isn't.
#Person1#: How long have you been married?
#Person2#: About 15 years now.
#Person1#: Do you think you'll still love him when he is old and gray?
#Person2#: I think so, hopefully we'll have a long and a happy life together.
#Person1#: I'm sure you will.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# her biggest turning point was moving out of her parents' house for the first time and her lowest point in life was getting a divorce, but #Person2# is positive about her current marriage.


#Person1#: Did you happen to bring that book that we were talking about yesterday?
#Person2#: I did. Let me go get it for you. Here you go.
#Person1#: Thanks so much.
#Person2#: I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish.
#Person1#: I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries.
#Person2#: So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary?
#Person1#: It says that traditionally, give something made of paper.
#Person2#: I can think of two things made of paper, stationery and money.

Summary: #Person1# checks the gift choice for #Person1#'s first anniversary on the book, which says something made of paper.


#Person1#: Well, madam, the first and the most important thing I have to tell you is that there is really nothing seriously wrong with you, physically that is. The analyst's report shows that basically you are very fit.
#Person2#: So, why is it that I'm always so nervous... tense... ready to jump on anybody-my husband, children, and colleagues?
#Person1#: I think your condition has a lot to do with your habits.
#Person2#: Habits?
#Person1#: Yes... now tell me, madam, you smoke, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm afraid I do, doctor.
#Person1#: And, very heavily, I imagine.
#Person2#: Yes, quite heavily.
#Person1#: What do you eat normally?
#Person2#: I'm a good eater. Yes, I'd say I'm a good eater. But usually, I don't eat breakfast.
#Person1#: That's bad for your health. I think you should get up early and have breakfast. And, another question, do you get up early?
#Person2#: No, I usually get up at 9:00 a. m. I get up late because I go to bed too late. I stay up late watching TV till the midnight.
#Person1#: What sport do you usually do?
#Person2#: I don't like sports. But sometimes I play cards with some friends, that may be my sport.
#Person1#: I think, madam, for your health, you'd better change your way of life.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that she is physically fit and her conditions have a lot to do with her habits, like smoking heavily, eating no breakfast, staying up late, etc. #Person1# suggests that she should change her way of life.


#Person1#: do you have any plans for tomorrow night?
#Person2#: not really. I wasn thinking of maybe going to a movie. Do you want to go with me?
#Person1#: sure. What movies were you thinking about going to?
#Person2#: have you heard of Hot Fuzz?
#Person1#: yes. Isn't the director of that movie the same guy who directed Shaun of the Dead?
#Person2#: that's the one. It's an actioncomedy. What do you think?
#Person1#: to be honest, I didn't really like Shaun of the Dead. Besides, I like movies with a happy ending best.
#Person2#: what do you have in mind?
#Person1#: I was thinking of seeing You, Me and Dupree. It's a typical Hollywood blockbuster.
#Person2#: isn't that the chick flick with Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson?
#Person1#: yeah, I suppose you wouldn't want to see that, huh?
#Person2#: not really. Do you like biographical / drama films?
#Person1#: It depends on who the film is about. Which movie did you have in mind?
#Person2#: Anne Hathaway is in a new movie called Becoming Jane which is based on a true story about Jane Austen.
#Person1#: that sounds fantastic! What time is it playing?
#Person2#: it's on at 8: 00 pm at the Phoenix Theatres. I have a membership there, so I can book the tickets ahead of time.
#Person1#: great. Shall I meet you there around 7:45 tomorrow night?
#Person2#: sounds good. I'll see you then!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# plan to watch a movie tomorrow. #Person2# wants to watch Hot Fuzz while #Person1# prefers a film with a happy ending. They finally decide on Becoming Jane.


#Person1#: What experience do you have with office machinery?
#Person2#: I know how to use the telex machine, the photocopier, and the word processor. By the way, I took a computer course in university.
#Person1#: Where do you want to be in five years?
#Person2#: I want to be a manager.
#Person1#: Very good. Any questions?
#Person2#: Nothing. I think I'll take the job.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experience in office machinery and #Person2#'s ideal job in five years.


#Person1#: Oh, what a beautiful garden!
#Person2#: These are my roses. The roses have been in flower for a week.
#Person1#: The garden looks lovely when the roses are in bloom. You must have a lot of pleasure in planting flowers.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. I love flowers and hence have taken to growing them. I take care of my flowers every day as if they are my good friends.
#Person1#: You did a good job. But I got tired of working in the garden.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. People who don't understand the nature of flowers won't be able to grow them well. I can help you learn more if you want to plant flowers one day. In this way you need not be afraid of your own sweet flower-garden's being neglected.
#Person1#: Yes. Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# praises #Person2#'s garden. #Person2# has a lot of pleasure in planting flowers and offers to help #Person1# learn more about the nature of flowers


#Person1#: Oh, dear!
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I do hope I haven't hurt you.
#Person1#: Oh, no. I was just a little startled. That's all right. It's quite all right.
#Person2#: But it isn't all right. I made you drop your shopping bags. Let me pick these bags up.
#Person1#: You must have been in a great hurry. Never mind.
#Person2#: I was only going to catch the bus. I'm afraid I wasn't looking where I was going. I hope nothing was destroyed.
#Person1#: Oh, no. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: I do apologize.
#Person1#: Don't worry about it. There is no need to apologize. Look! Here comes the bus. You'll catch it if you run.
#Person2#: Oh, so I shall.

Summary: #Person2# is going to catch the bus and goes into #Person1#. #Person1# drops shopping bags. #Person2# feels sorry.


#Person1#: Hello, this is Wal-mart. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. What time do you close, please?
#Person1#: We close at 10:00 every day. And we open at 9:00 in the morning.
#Person2#: Oh. Ok. And are you open on the weekends?
#Person1#: Same hours as on the weekdays.
#Person2#: Wow. You guys never take a break! I want to come in and have a look at your sale. Your sale is still on, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, it runs till the end of the month. But things are clearing out fast.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll come down tonight. Thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling.

Summary: #Person2# calls #Person1# to ask about Wal-mart's opening hours and will go there for sale tonight.


#Person1#: Hi, my name is Lvan, and I'm from Russia.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you, Lvan. My name is Akiko. I'm from Japan.
#Person1#: To me English is a difficult language.
#Person2#: A second language is always difficult.
#Person1#: True, but English is harder than most. It's a crazy language.
#Person2#: A crazy language? Why do you say that?
#Person1#: One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings.
#Person2#: No wonder you say English is a crazy language.

Summary: Akiko from Japan tells Lvan from America that English is hard. Lvan says English is crazy.


#Person1#: Can I help you, Madam?
#Person2#: Yeah, I am returning this chicken. This is the oldest, toughest bird I've ever seen, and on top of that, it's spoiled.
#Person1#: Well. I'm sorry this has happened. I'll give you a new one. Do you have your receipt?
#Person2#: My receipt? No, I don't have my receipt. I threw it out already.
#Person1#: Look, Madam, I'm sorry, but no receipt, no refund. That's the company policy.
#Person2#: You'd better give my money back right now, or else, you are going to be in hot water.
#Person1#: Look, I'm sorry, but the policy is 'No receipt, no refund'. That's just the way it is.
#Person2#: What? This is ridiculous. Look, you don't seem to understand. My friend had recommended Brown's. So I came to this store and I bought this chicken.
#Person1#: Well, you see. That's the problem. This isn't Brown's supermarket.
#Person2#: This isn't Brown's?
#Person1#: No, Brown's is across the street.
#Person2#: Oh, I am so sorry. I am so embarrassed that I could die.
#Person1#: Well.
#Person2#: Please forgive me.
#Person1#: That's all right. We all make mistakes. Now, what I want you to do is: You take this chicken and you go across the street to Brown's and you shake it in their manager's face.

Summary: #Person2# wants to return the chicken but #Person1# can't refund her because she doesn't have the receipt. #Person2# is angry about it but then gets embarrassed when she finds she's in the wrong supermarket.


#Person1#: Why did the teacher criticise Myra in front of the whole class?
#Person2#: Because Myra was cheating on exams, and she spoke back rudely.
#Person1#: I don't think that Myra should have spoken so rudely to the teacher. I know she was angry, but that's still no excuse for rudeness.

Summary: Myra was criticised by the teacher for cheating on exams and talked back rudely.


#Person1#: Hello, what seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: Well, I'm not feeling very well at the moment. I'm preparing for the exams and I've been staying up late studying these days. This morning I got up very early to do some work, and I fell on the floor. I came around after a few seconds.
#Person1#: Mm. Have you had any other signs of sickness?
#Person2#: I've been pretty nervous, and my eyes hurt sometimes.
#Person1#: Well, it sounds as if you've probably been overdoing your studying and you're too tired. I don't think there's anything to worry about, and I think you should take it easy for a while and try to get plenty of sleep.
#Person2#: Yes, I haven't been getting much sleep lately.

Summary: #Person2# is not feeling very well. #Person1# thinks #Person2# has been overdoing studying and advises #Person2# to get plenty of sleep.


#Person1#: what are you looking for?
#Person2#: I want to buy a new camcorder for my trip this summer.
#Person1#: do you know what camcorder options are available?
#Person2#: not really. I thought I'd just have a look today.
#Person1#: whould you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in?
#Person2#: sure. I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first.
#Person1#: ok. This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder. Why don't you see if you like the way it feel?
#Person2#: it's very light. That would be good. How is the battery life?
#Person1#: it's got an above-average battery life. It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes.
#Person2#: can you also take still photos with this?
#Person1#: yes, that is an option.
#Person2#: how about night vision? Can you use it in the dark?
#Person1#: yes. I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark.
#Person2#: that's not bad at all. How's the microphone? Does it pick up much sound?
#Person1#: It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera.
#Person2#: how does that compare with other models?
#Person1#: there are models that can pick up more sound than this one, but they're much bigger and heavier than this one.
#Person2#: I guess you can't have everything, can you?

Summary: #Person2# wants to buy a camcorder, and would like to see the smallest Sony model. #Person1# introduces the battery life, how to take still photos and the night vision of the camcorder to #Person2#.


#Person1#: Hi. I need a wake-up call tomorrow.
#Person2#: What time would you like your wake-up call?
#Person1#: I need two calls, one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen.
#Person2#: That is no problem at all, of course. You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen.
#Person1#: Then again, I think 7 fifteen is too early. Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty, please.
#Person2#: So, that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty. Do you have any other requests?
#Person1#: Not just now, but if I do think of something later, I'll give you a ring.
#Person2#: Okay, sir. Sleep well.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to give #Person1# two wake-up calls tomorrow morning at 7:00 and 7:30.


#Person1#: Bye for now.
#Person2#: Bye. But where are you going?
#Person1#: The bank, the supermarket and...
#Person2#: Will you buy an exercise book for me?
#Person1#: I guess so. But I'll go to the post office first before I go to the supermarket.
#Person2#: Can you also buy me a pen? The one you gave me last week doesn't work now.
#Person1#: How come?
#Person2#: It fell off the desk and was broken.
#Person1#: Can you be more careful with your things?
#Person2#: Ok. Oh. Can you wait a second?
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: You are going to the post office, right?
#Person1#: Yes, so what?
#Person2#: Here's a letter for Sam. Can you post it?

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# to buy an exercise book and a pen, and to post a letter for Sam.


#Person1#: Would you like me to show you our new cleaning unit? It's a clever design.
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to see that. What does it clean exactly?
#Person1#: It washes the solvent off all the metal parts - the blades, trays etc. - and then sends it back into the system.
#Person2#: What does the unit consist of?
#Person1#: Well, it's basically two tanks, one for the dirty solvent and one for the clean solvent, a pump and a washing unit. Oh, and there's a cooling system and a filter. It's all controlled by a PLC system, that stands for Process Logic Control.

Summary: #Person1# introduces a new cleaning unit to #Person2# and explains it.


#Person1#: Hello, there. Welcome, and what can we assist you with?
#Person2#: Good morning. I have a Bill of Exchange against Bank Acceptance here. I'd like to discount it. Is that possible here?
#Person1#: Yes, we can do that. We require the original Trading Contract and also the VAT Invoice and the Commodity Delivery Documents. They all need to be in duplicate.
#Person2#: Yes, I've got all that here.
#Person1#: Do you have a copy of the ID card of the person who took care of the legal aspects of this? The Legal Rep, I mean? We also need the Loan Certificate as well. Do you have that?
#Person2#: A copy or the original? I guess you need the original, right? OK, I'll return shortly.

Summary: #Person2# wants to discount a Bill of Exchange. #Person1# asks #Person2# to provide several documents, one of which #Person2# has to go back to get.


#Person1#: I'm not satisfied with it.
#Person2#: Why not? What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: Sometimes it goes fast. And sometimes it goes slow. And the alarm doesn'twork, either.
#Person2#: Would you like another one?
#Person1#: No. Can I have my money back?
#Person2#: Hmm. . . have you got a receipt?
#Person1#: A receipt?
#Person2#: Yes. I must see your receipt. You can't have your money back without receipt.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm not certain, but I think I've lost it.

Summary: #Person1# isn't satisfied with a product and requests a refund. #Person2# asks for the receipt, but #Person1# thinks it's lost.


#Person1#: You are saying he will be promoted to the general manager?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Yes. I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted.
#Person1#: Just because he gets on well with everybody?
#Person2#: Partly, and he's also a hard working man.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# bet whether a man will get promoted.


#Person1#: So how long do you plan to live here?
#Person2#: We'd like to sign a year-long contract, if that's OK.
#Person1#: Fine by me. Do you know how to read this kind of contract?
#Person2#: Yes. We've signed them before. We even brought our chops.
#Person1#: Great. When in Rome, you guys know what to do.
#Person2#: We'll sign our signatures, too. And give you our passport numbers along with our ARC numbers.
#Person1#: That about does it. See you in a week.

Summary: #Person2# will sign a one-year contract and tells #Person1# they know how to read the contract.


#Person1#: Is there a swimming pool in this hotel?
#Person2#: We don't have a full-sized swimming pool, but we do have individual swim stations.
#Person1#: What exactly does that mean?
#Person2#: Basically, a swim station is like a treadmill, except instead of running, you swim.
#Person1#: That sounds really neat. Is there an extra charge for these swim stations?
#Person2#: If you're a registered guest, you have free access to our swim stations.
#Person1#: Are the swim stations open 24 hours, like the rest of the gym?
#Person2#: To conserve electricity, the stations operate only from 7a. m. till 10.
#Person1#: I'll go down there as soon as I can!
#Person2#: I don't think you'll be disappointed. People really seem to like the swim stations.

Summary: #Person2# introduces to #Person1# the individual swim stations in the hotel and the opening time.


#Person1#: Fred, have you made the plan for April 28th?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. Shall I explain the details of the plan now?
#Person1#: You go!
#Person2#: According to your schedule, you will visit the Times Company, including its office building, workshops and stores, in the morning from 8: 30 to 11
#Person1#: Is there anything after the meeting? In that case, would you add one plan? I want to visit our guest Mr. Ross after the meeting. Can you arrange it for me?

Summary: Fred explains the details of the plan for April 28th to #Person1#. #Person1# asks him to add one plan after the meeting.


#Person1#: Today, I'm interviewing nine-year-old Alex about her feelings on how people can help save the environment. So, Alex, how can we save the environment?
#Person2#: By saving water.
#Person1#: Well, how can we do that?
#Person2#: By not using too much water when we wash dishes, take a bath, and when we do other things, like watering the plants outside.
#Person1#: Oh, I think I can do that. What else?
#Person2#: When drinking or eating something outside, you should keep the garbage until you find a trashcan to put it in because littering makes our planet dirty. Do you like seeing trash all over the ground?
#Person1#: No, I don't. Do you have any final suggestions?
#Person2#: Yes. We shouldn't waste paper because trees are being cut down to make the paper. By recycling paper, we save the forests where animals live.
#Person1#: So, how can children recycle paper, I mean, everyday?
#Person2#: Well, for example, when I was in kindergarten, I used to save the newspapers so that I could make things make out of them, like paper trees, instead of just throwing them away. Now, the children in our neighborhood collect newspapers once a month to take them to a recycling center.
#Person1#: That's great. Well thanks Alex for your ideas.

Summary: #Person1# interviews Alex about her feelings on how to save the environment. Alex gives suggestions on saving water, keeping the environment clean, and recycling paper.


#Person1#: I would like to make a reservation for tomorrow.
#Person2#: I'm sorry but we are fully booked.
#Person1#: Well, how about 4th?
#Person2#: That's fine, but we have only a single room, is that OK?
#Person1#: Yes. Please help me reserve it.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# reserve a single room on the 4th.


#Person1#: I haven't told you what happened yet, have I?
#Person2#: I haven't heard anything.
#Person1#: My boss offered me a promotion, and I took it.
#Person2#: Are you serious?
#Person1#: Yes, I am really excited.
#Person2#: That's great. Congratulations.
#Person1#: I appreciate that.
#Person2#: You have no idea how happy I am for you.
#Person1#: For real?
#Person2#: I believe you were the best choice for that promotion. I really do.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s promotion. #Person2# believes #Person1#'s the best choice for it.


#Person1#: that was a great party. Thanks for saying behind to help me clear up.
#Person2#: it certainly was a great party. It's a pity that a glass and a plate got broken and someone spilled a drink over here.
#Person1#: I expected that something might get broken. That doesn't bother me. That spilled drink won't leave a stain, will it?
#Person2#: I doubt it, I ' ll deal with it right away. Luckily it wasn't a glass of red wine, I'll just get a bowl of water and a cloth.
#Person1#: I'm going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag.
#Person2#: afterwards, we can do the washing up together. Everything will be finished within an hour. Your friend Keith is really funny. I liked his magic tricks.
#Person1#: yes, he's very good. . isn't he? He told some funny stories too.
#Person2#: Amanda told some very funny jokes. At the beginning of the party, she was being ver serious.
#Person1#: I think that she had a litter too much of the punch.
#Person2#: what did you put in that punch? It tasted great, but was quite strong.
#Person1#: that's my little secret. Did you like the snacks and I prepared?
#Person2#: very much. The birthday cake was delicious, wasn't it? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves.
#Person1#: that cake tasted so good! It disappeared within minutes, so I think everyone liked it a lot. How's that stain?
#Person2#: all cleaned up. Are you ready to start on the washing up.

Summary: #Person2# stays behind to help #Person1# clear up after the party. #Person2# thinks it was a great party and likes the people and food at the party. #Person2# cleaned up the spilled drink and they will start on the washing up.


#Person1#: Don't you ever cheat on me.
#Person2#: Why would I do that?
#Person1#: Because men like to cheat.
#Person2#: Some men do, but not me.
#Person1#: I'm watching you.
#Person2#: I'm an open book. Watch me all you want.
#Person1#: If I catch you, you'll be sorry.
#Person2#: You won't catch me, because I love you. I'm not a cheater.
#Person1#: I will poke your eyes out.
#Person2#: I don't want any other woman.
#Person1#: I will chop your toes off, one by one.
#Person2#: Honey, please. You're the only woman for me, forever. I swear it.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to never cheat on her. #Person2# assures #Person1# of his loyalty over and over again.


#Person1#: Well, your qualifications for the job are excellent. And is there anything you'd like to ask about the job?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to know if the company provides opportunities for further education.
#Person1#: Yes, our employees are allowed to take up 2 days a month to attend college courses.
#Person2#: That's very generous.
#Person1#: I've enjoyed the conversation with you. We'll call you within 5 working days.
#Person2#: Thank you. I appreciate the time you've given to me.

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s qualifications are excellent and tells #Person2# about their company's policies for further education.


#Person1#: Are you going to Spain with us next month?
#Person2#: No. Unfortunately not.
#Person1#: Why not? Are you scared of flying?
#Person2#: No, it's not that. It's just that I've never been outside the United States. So I don't have a passport.
#Person1#: Oh, is that all? You can get one. It's super easy.
#Person2#: No, I tried to. I went to the passport office. Unfortunately, it'll take at least 6 weeks for the passport to arrive. And you guys are leaving in a month.
#Person1#: I heard if you pay an extra fee, you can get the passport in 3 weeks instead of the usual 6.
#Person2#: That's cutting it pretty close. What if there is a delay?
#Person1#: Well, maybe it would be better to skip this trip. You can use your passport next year when we go to Italy.
#Person2#: Really? I'd love to go to Italy, especially for the food.
#Person1#: Yeah, the food is amazing, but Spanish food is also pretty tasty. I'm going to get some Spanish hams in the market there. I can pick some up for you.
#Person2#: That would be great. Much better than a T-shirt or a drum.

Summary: #Person2# isn't going to Spain with #Person1# because it is too late to get a passport on time. #Person1# says #Person2# can go to Italy next year then and promises to pick some Spanish hams for #Person2#.


#Person1#: Would you like a cigarette?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I've decided to give up smoking.
#Person1#: Really? Why?
#Person2#: Well, it's just that I think if you don't enjoy doing something any more, you should stop doing it.
#Person1#: I see. You mean you don't enjoy smoking any more?
#Person2#: That's right. You should give it up, too. It's bad for your health.
#Person1#: Stop talking like my mother. That's what she keeps saying.
#Person2#: But it's true. It's a nasty habit. I can't think why I ever started. Anyway , it's obviously got you in its grip !
#Person1#: What do you mean? What are you talking about?
#Person2#: I mean you couldn't give it up!
#Person1#: Who? Me? Could't give up smoking? Nonsense! Of course I could! I know I could!
#Person2#: How do you know?
#Person1#: Because I've already proved it. Smoking's the easiest thing in the world to give up. I've done it hundreds of times!

Summary: #Person2# rejects #Person1#'s invitation for a cigarette because #Person2# wants to give it up. #Person2# thinks smoking is nasty but #Person1# couldn't give it up. #Person1# argues #Person1#'s done it hundreds of times.


#Person1#: Good morning. I want a room tonight.
#Person2#: Single or double?
#Person1#: Single, please.
#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person1#: Yes, I made a reservation in Shanghai.
#Person2#: Then, I believe you have a conformation slip.
#Person1#: Yeah, let me see. Is this the one you want?
#Person2#: Yes, that's it. What's your name, please?
#Person1#: Wumei is my name.
#Person2#: Just a moment, please. Yes, we have a room reservation for you.
#Person1#: Is it a room with a bathroom?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Can you give me a quiet room?
#Person2#: Yes, it is an inside room on the eight floor.
#Person1#: What's the room rate?
#Person2#: Eighty dollars a day. How long do you plan to stay, Ms. Wu?
#Person1#: Three nights as scheduled.
#Person2#: Will you sign the register, please?
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: Thank you, Ms. Wu. Your room number is 827. The bellboy will take you bags and show you to your room.
#Person1#: Thanks.

Summary: Wumei has a reservation. #Person2# asks about her demands and arranges a single quiet room with a bathroom for her.


#Person1#: I've been here many times. There are quite a lot of delicious dishes to choose from. What are you thinking of ordering?
#Person2#: Well, I haven't decided yet. What are you going to order?
#Person1#: I think I'll have the roast chicken. They really make it well here.
#Person2#: I had roast chicken yesterday when I ate out with Shelly.
#Person1#: Their beef steak is good, too. You can have it served with beans and mushrooms.
#Person2#: But I'm not that hungry. Is the fried fish or the seafood salad good?
#Person1#: Never had them before. Maybe if you get the steak, we could share.
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea.

Summary: #Person1# advises #Person2# to order the steak and they could share. #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: I've been having trouble breathing lately, so I made a doctors appointment for Monday morning.
#Person2#: I thought you just went to the doctor for that same problem.
#Person1#: No, I went last Tuesday because I had a cough. The time before that, I couldn't feel my legs, but it turned out that I just stood for too long.
#Person2#: That happened to my uncle once. While I hope it turns out OK for you. Let me know if you need me to bring anything over for you tomorrow after the appointment.
#Person1#: Thanks. You're a good friend.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# made a doctor's appointment because #Person1# has trouble breathing lately. #Person2# shows concerns.


#Person1#: I really hate to say this, but don't go away mad, just go away.
#Person2#: I knew this would happen some day.
#Person1#: Then, why didn't you try to prevent it in the beginning?
#Person2#: Well. It's not all my fault, Anna. You are responsible, too.
#Person1#: I don't want to argue anymore. Please get out of my life!
#Person2#: I think we can still talk.
#Person1#: No way! Please don't follow me around.
#Person2#: Talk it easy, Anna. You really don't hate me. do you?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Leave me alone!

Summary: #Person2# thinks Anna and #Person2# are both responsible for the argument. Anna asks #Person2# to go away.


#Person1#: Hey Michelle, jump in quick. It's pouring out there!
#Person2#: Oh, hi Melissa. Are you going to the conference too? I was planning to pick up Mr. Campbell.
#Person1#: Yes, he told me. We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference.
#Person2#: Oh I see, okay. So I heard you got married. Congratulations!
#Person1#: Ah thank you! I'm very excited. We were going to get married next year, but then we decided to get married on holiday instead. It was wonderful.
#Person2#: That sounds so romantic! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year, but we had to postpone our plans. We just don't have the money!
#Person1#: I know what you mean. I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive, don't you?
#Person2#: I sure do. In my opinion, it's actually becoming more expensive than back home.
#Person1#: Definitely. Oh, there's Mr. Campbell. Driver, can you stop here please?

Summary: Melissa picks Michelle up and she is also going to pick up Mr. Campbell. Michelle congratulates Melissa on her marriage and they both agree weddings cost a lot.


#Person1#: Tim what are you thinking about?
#Person2#: Oh! Hi Diana, well actually I was thinking about taking an evening class.
#Person1#: Do you want to learn a new skill?
#Person2#: No. I want to learn a new language.
#Person1#: So what language do you want to learn? French?
#Person2#: No, I want to learn Italian.
#Person1#: Do you want to work in Italy one day?
#Person2#: No, I'm just interested in the language. Do you have any interest in learning a new language? If you do we could go to evening school together.
#Person1#: I really want to learn French or German, but I'm too busy with my work now. Why don't you ask Susan, she told me last week that she wanted to learn Chinese.
#Person2#: Good idea, I'll give her a call tonight.

Summary: Tim is interested in learning Italian and invites Diana to go to evening school together, but Diana is too busy to learn a new language and suggests he ask Susan.


#Person1#: Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the History Museum?
#Person2#: Sure. Go through Central Park, pass the high school. Then turn left at the Hilton Hotel, a five-star hotel. It's 2... Um... Oh, no, 3 blocks from here.
#Person1#: Thank you. That sounds easy to find.
#Person2#: Yes. But it's closed today. It's not open on Saturday and Sunday. Just on weekdays, you know.

Summary: #Person1# wants to visit the History Museum but #Person2# says it is closed today.


#Person1#: Hey, Bill. I hear they're going to send you to Germany for the new project.
#Person2#: Boy, news travels fast around here! I only got the orders a couple of hours ago. Rachel doesn't even know...
#Person1#: Oh, no? So, what are you waiting for? When do you plan to tell her?
#Person2#: Well, she is at work at the moment. She doesn't finish until 5. I'll have to wait until tonight now, I suppose.
#Person1#: Well, I was posted there before, back in 2008. It's OK - a bit like England, really. At least the weather is similar, and the people aren't much different. The only thing I didn't like is the food, especially the sausages. What do you intend to do about the family? Are you going to take them with you?
#Person2#: Well, I'd like to, but I don't know much about the situation at the moment...you know, about schools and all that. But I hope to move the family out there in a couple of months' time. I don't think I want to spend a year and a half out there on my own...I mean, without Rachel and the kids. I mean, I don't see that much of them now as it is.
#Person1#: Yeah. Well, that's the way it is normally in our company, I suppose.
#Person2#: Yeah. Well, we'll see. Let me pay for the coffee.
#Person1#: No, no. I'll pay.

Summary: Bill hasn't told his wife Rachel he'll be sent to Germany for a new project. #Person1# was posted there before and tells Bill about how #Person1# feels about living there. Bill hopes to move the family out there.


#Person1#: Oh!
#Person2#: What fools we were!
#Person1#: To think of it! All my old silver! It meant so much to me.
#Person2#: And my new car. To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car. That's what hurts me most.
#Person1#: What's so terrible too, is the fools we've made of ourselves.
#Person2#: I hardly dare call the police. They'll just laugh at us.
#Person1#: I'll never get over it. Oh, Harry, it was all so unnecessary. That man!! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up?
#Person2#: And his story didn't even hold together. I feel such an idiot.

Summary: #Person1# and Harry's properties were stolen by a man they helped and they feel miserable.


#Person1#: Royal Hotel, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I urgently need a room for tomorrow night, and do you have any vacancies?
#Person1#: Yes, we have. What kind of room would you like?
#Person2#: I'd like a suite with an ocean view, please.
#Person1#: No problem, sir.
#Person2#: What is the price of the suite?
#Person1#: It is $ 200 per night.
#Person2#: It is a little high. I'm told that your hotel is offering discount now.
#Person1#: Yes, but the offer ended yesterday. I'm sorry.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Then do you have anything less expensive?
#Person1#: No, sir. So far it is the least expensive suite for tomorrow night.
#Person2#: OK, I will take it. By the way, does the price include breakfast?
#Person1#: Yes, it does. Now could I have your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is David White.
#Person1#: Would you kindly spell it for me?
#Person2#: That is D-A-V-I-D, W-H-I-T-E.
#Person1#: Thank you, I got it. And how long do you expect to stay?
#Person2#: About three days.
#Person1#: OK. Our check-in time is after 12:00. And see you tomorrow.
#Person2#: Thank you. See you.

Summary: David White wants to reserve a suite with an ocean view and asks for a discount. #Person1# tells him the discount ended yesterday and it is the least expensive suite. David will stay for three days.


#Person1#: Good morning, Ann.
#Person2#: Good morning, Mr.Jones.
#Person1#: How about a cup of coffee?
#Person2#: I will make it now.
#Person1#: And can you tell me what meetings I have this week?
#Person2#: I will bring the diary. OK, this afternoon you have a meeting with your accountant at 5:00 PM. On Wednesday you are going to London. Don't forget your train leaves at 9:30 AM.
#Person1#: OK, what time is my meeting in London?
#Person2#: At 11:30 AM, and on Thursday Miss Wong wants to talk to you.

Summary: Ann makes a cup of coffee for Mr. Jones and tells him the schedule for the meetings this week.


#Person1#: Excuse me!
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: I'm afraid I am lost. I'm looking for the East Town Shopping Mall.
#Person2#: Did you say the Town Hall?
#Person1#: No. The East Town Mall.
#Person2#: The East Mall? You are lost! That isn't anywhere near here! The East Town Mall is over near the airport.
#Person1#: I'm not near the airport now?
#Person2#: Oh, no! You are on the other side of town. Here is what you should do. Turn around and drive two or three miles down this street. When you see a big hospital on your right, turn left. That's Bloomfield Avenue. Are you following me?
#Person1#: Yes, I think so.
#Person2#: OK. Then drive along Bloomfield Avenue and you'll see the airport on the right and the mall is on the left. Okay?
#Person1#: Yes, thanks very much.
#Person2#: Good luck!

Summary: #Person1# gets lost and #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the East Town Shopping Mall.


#Person1#: Hello! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Today is my wife's birthday, so I want to buy a bouquet for her.
#Person1#: What kind of flowers do you want?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: How about rose? It's the most suitable one for lovers.
#Person2#: But rose is too common.
#Person1#: Well, what about violet? It means the eternal beauty.
#Person2#: It looks good. Pack me a bouquet of violet, please.

Summary: #Person2# buys a bouquet of violet for #Person2#'s wife's birthday according to #Person1#'s suggestion.


#Person1#: Congratulations on your success in the competition. That is quite something.
#Person2#: Thank you. I was lucky this time.
#Person1#: I think luck played a very small part in your victory. It is solely due to your hard work and efforts. That brings honor to you and joy to us.
#Person2#: I am flattered.
#Person1#: It is real word.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1# congratulates #Person2# for that #Person2# has won the competition and attributes it to #Person2#'s hard work and efforts.


#Person1#: Mom, happy Mother's Day! A necklace for you.
#Person2#: What a surprise! This is the best present I've ever received.
#Person1#: Thank you for your love and care over the years. I love you so much.
#Person2#: I love you, too.
#Person1#: How about a dinner tonight? My treat.
#Person2#: Actually, I prefer to eat at home, and then we'll have more time to have a chat.
#Person1#: All right. Let me prepare the supper.

Summary: #Person1# sends a necklace to Mom on Mother's Day and they'll have dinner at home.


#Person1#: I think the position is pretty good. And the neighbors seem nice. However, considering the walls have to be repaired, and the shelves must be repainted, your asking price is a little too high. Could you give us a better price?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but several people are interested in his flat, so I think we can get the price we were asking for. I'll show you another flat on Fifth Avenue this afternoon. It's cheaper than this one, but it's a bit small.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I have an appointment with a dentist. Let's make it some other time.
#Person2#: If this afternoon is inconvenient for you, I'll arrange another date. Let me know when is good for you.

Summary: #Person1# doesn't want to buy the flat because it is expensive. So #Person2# is going to show #Person1# another cheaper flat.


#Person1#: Come back. You haven't paid yet.
#Person2#: May, just let him go.
#Person1#: But he took some newspaper away without paying.
#Person2#: I know.
#Person1#: Why? You make me confused.
#Person2#: He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines, read the political sections and return them later.
#Person1#: Why does he have such a privilege?
#Person2#: He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him.
#Person1#: I see. Does he live by himself?
#Person2#: Yes, he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle.
#Person1#: He must be lonely?
#Person2#: I bet. But he is always busy telling the children stories.
#Person1#: How respectable!

Summary: #Person2# tells May that the man who took the newspaper without paying would return it and that he was a war hero.


#Person1#: Hey Claire, you've been really quiet these last few days. Is something wrong?
#Person2#: I've been really stressed. It's the end of the year and I've got so much stuff to do! I feel like I'm drowning in work.
#Person1#: Well, stress is a real thing. It's not an imaginary condition.
#Person2#: It's seriously affecting my life! I can't sleep, I don't have much of an appetite and my husband says I've been kind of short tempered. Other people seem to handle stress okay. . . why am I so weak?
#Person1#: You're not weak. . . you're stressed out! Stress has been a part of the human condition for millions of years. Back when we still lived in the trees we had to watch out for predators. . . and as you might imagine, that was pretty stressful.
#Person2#: Yeah, but I don't see any tigers or leopards roaming around our office. My stress is just about silly paperwork!
#Person1#: But you're actually having the same reaction as our tree-dwelling ancestors! It's called the flight or fight response. Each time you feel like something's threatening you, your body decides whether to run away or fight. . . it causes all sorts of chemical reactions in the body.
#Person2#: So a deadline will cause that same reaction?
#Person1#: It could. Modern humans actually have more flight or fight responses than our ancestors did. They just had a couple of close calls every day, but today, we have dozens or even hundreds!
#Person2#: So the life of a cave woman was less stressful than my life?

Summary: Claire is undergoing great pressures because she has too much paperwork. #Person1# comforts her that stress is normal for it's a part of the human condition and when you meet threats, your body will cause chemical reactions. Modern humans actually encounter more stresses than our ancestors.


#Person1#: Hi, good morning, Miss? what can I help you with?
#Person2#: Good morning I'd like to mail this box of books to Taiwan.
#Person1#: OK, please put it on this scale.Airmail or by sea?
#Person2#: How long does it take to reach Taiwan by sea?
#Person1#: Usually about two month.
#Person2#: That's too long.How long does it take to reach Taiwan by airmail?
#Person1#: About ten days.
#Person2#: Then how much is that by airmail?
#Person1#: Let me see.It ' s 57 dollars, 20 cents, including tax.
#Person2#: That's a little bit expensive.
#Person1#: Although it's expensive to send it by airmail, it's quicker and safer than by sea.
#Person2#: I guess I have to send it by airmail.
#Person1#: Do you want to ensure the contents, Miss?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Please fill out this form, also please write the value of the items in this space.
#Person2#: OK.

Summary: #Person2# decides to send a box of books to Taiwan by airmail because #Person1# tells her although airmail is expensive, it's quicker and safer than by sea.


#Person1#: I was awaken up in the middle of the night. I felt the building shaking.
#Person2#: What time did it happen?
#Person1#: I don't know. It was dark everywhere. I couldn't see the clock. Luckily, I lived on the second floor. I hurried to run out. With the Moonlight I found it was 2:45.
#Person2#: Did your building fall down?
#Person1#: No, but it was seriously destroyed. A few buildings near hours fell down. I could hear someone calling for help. I was sure they were badly hurt.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# was awakened when the building shook. #Person1#'s building didn't fall down but was seriously destroyed.


#Person1#: Are there any special requirements on the project? And shall we talk around it in details?
#Person2#: Yes, there're some samples in our office and you can take some to study it. Besides, you see, in recent years, we've visited a diversity of factory buildings all over the world and we hope that our building is the perfect match of advanced technology and attractiveness.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. We can improve our technology to meet your special need.
#Person2#: And please let white color dominate.
#Person1#: OK! I've noted it down. And any others?
#Person2#: Oh! I've almost forgot the location was transferred to the A county in the east of the city.
#Person1#: I'll tell them.
#Person2#: Well, the most important thing is that our company demand the quality be exactly the same as the sample which you'll take from the office on the third floor.
#Person1#: Please feel assured that we'll abide by our promise. And we'll do everything we can to ensure delivery.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. And I believe I'll have a good time working with you.
#Person1#: I think so. Bye!
#Person2#: Bye!

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about some special requirements of a project. #Person2# wants their building to be white color dominated and be the perfect match of advanced technology and attractiveness. #Person2# requires the quality be exactly the same as their sample.


#Person1#: Have you ever taken history 231?
#Person2#: Yeah, last term.
#Person1#: Who was the professor?
#Person2#: Professor Johnson.
#Person1#: I have him this semester. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot. But fortunately, we can get high scores easily in his class.
#Person1#: What did you end up getting?
#Person2#: I got an A, but none of my test scores were that high. So I don't know how I got such a good score.
#Person1#: Really? I was about to give it up. After hearing your experience, I think I will continue to stay in the class.
#Person2#: You will get a better grade than your test scores.
#Person1#: Thanks for the information. I feel relieved now.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# Professor Johnson is a terrible instructor but students' final scores will be higher than expected. #Person1# feels relieved and decides to stay in the class.


#Person1#: I don't dare to look after the children now.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: The children always make themselves in danger. I always have my heart in my mouth with them.
#Person2#: It is because your children have grown up, and you haven't lived with a child for a long time.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# doesn't dare to look after the children.


#Person1#: Hi, excuse me. is this seat taken?
#Person2#: Oh, no. It's all yours.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. My name is Ashlyn. It's nice to meet you.
#Person2#: Carson. It's nice to mee you, too.
#Person1#: the weather is so warm for December, don't you think?
#Person2#: it is unusually warm. I balme it on global warming.
#Person1#: global warming is wreaking havoc everywhere.
#Person2#: so sure. Are you from around here?
#Person1#: no. I'm new here. I just moved here a few months ago.
#Person2#: where are you from?
#Person1#: I'm from China. What about you?
#Person2#: I am from Texas. I was in China once, but it was a long time ago.
#Person1#: did you enjoy it?
#Person2#: I did. I especially liked the food. What do you think about the food here?
#Person1#: it's very different from Chinese food, but I am getting used to it.
#Person2#: Is that the Da Vinci Code that you've got there?
#Person1#: yes, have you read it?
#Person2#: no, but I saw the movie. What do you think about it?
#Person1#: well, to be honest, I've only gotten though 10 pages of it. So far, though, it's interesting.
#Person2#: well, this is my stop. it was nice talking with you.
#Person1#: likewise. Bye!

Summary: Ashlyn and Carson meet each other for the first time and they have a pleasant talk about the weather, the place they come from, and The Da Vinci Code before Carson gets off.


#Person1#: Can you drive?
#Person2#: Yes, I have a driving license.
#Person1#: Are you willing to drive yourself if the job requires?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: One more thing, if you are wanted in this position, you must prepare to travel aboard frequently.
#Person2#: That's fine with me.
#Person1#: Would you mind relocating?
#Person2#: As long as it isn't too far from this city, I don't mind.
#Person1#: It's quite far away, though it's located in another part of the city. Are you planning to find a boarding house nearby?
#Person2#: I think I can commute that far without any trouble.
#Person1#: Good. Do you have any particular conditions that you want us to take into consideration?
#Person2#: No, nothing in particular. Thank you.
#Person1#: Then you'll need to know it's a hard job. You'll often have to work overtime or even on weekends.
#Person2#: Yes, but I don't mind working hard.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about driving, relocating, and overworking the job requires. #Person2# doesn't mind these hardships.


#Person1#: Let's come to an agreement to salary.
#Person2#: May I see the agreement first?
#Person1#: Of course. Here you are. Please read the agreement and sign it.
#Person2#: ( Read the agreement. ) There's a three-month period of probation for new recruits.
#Person1#: Yes. If you have any question, just ask. By the way, do you know your rights and obligations in this agreement?
#Person2#: I think I know it. I wonder whether the agreement has the guarantee of law or not.
#Person1#: Of course, you can believe us. Both sides should act according to the provisions of the agreement. Please sign the agreement.
#Person2#: ( Sign. ) OK, I signed the agreement with the signature of my name.
#Person1#: We are done with the agreement. After a three-month probationary period, you will be confirmed in your post.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are welcome.

Summary: #Person1# gives #Person2# the agreement to salary. #Person2# reads and signs it. #Person2# will be confirmed in a post after a three-month probationary period.


#Person1#: Hi, I'm Jake. I'm new to the choir. What's your name?
#Person2#: Hello, there, my name is Tonia.
#Person1#: Do you sing alto?
#Person2#: Actually, I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate. What about you.
#Person1#: Looks like we both float back and forth. I'm baritone.
#Person2#: Our bass section is really good. You're going to love singing with them.
#Person1#: I heard them warming up earlier. You're right.
#Person2#: It's good to have you in the group. We can always use a good baritone!

Summary: Jake is new to the choir, and Tonia welcomes him. Tonia can do soprano and alto, and Jake's baritone.


#Person1#: My Goodness! What a busy line so early in the morning! Hello.
#Person2#: Ruth? Basil.
#Person1#: Hi, Basil.
#Person2#: Want a ride to the office?
#Person1#: Yes, by all means. I was just about to leave.
#Person2#: Hold on. Just 5 minutes.
#Person1#: I'll wait on the sidewalk. It's very kind of you.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure. See you.
#Person1#: Hi, Basil.
#Person2#: Hi, Ruth. Hop in.
#Person1#: Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive?
#Person2#: Of course I don't mind. For your report?
#Person1#: Yes, I finally have an inspiration.
#Person2#: Good for you. No problem, I'll listen to the car radio

Summary: Basil gives Ruth a ride to the office. Ruth'll take report notes in the car, and Basil'll listen to the radio.


#Person1#: Alright, tell me what you think.
#Person2#: Don't you think it's a bit bright?
#Person1#: Yeah, maybe you're right. How about this outfit?
#Person2#: This dress looks lovely on you, but it's not very practical, is it?
#Person1#: No, I don't have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon, but I love the way it looks. I just had to try it on! What do you think about this? It's casual, yet sophisticated.
#Person2#: I like the jeans, but you need something to go with the top. It's too plain on its own.
#Person1#: How about this scarf, these earrings, amd an anklet?
#Person2#: That might be going overboard a bit. How about just that scarf with a bracelet?
#Person1#: That's a good idea. You have a lot of good fashion sense.
#Person2#: Thanks. You'd be ok on your own. There are loads of fashion victims out there, and you are not one of them. Have you tried it on yet?
#Person1#: Yep. Here it is. What do you think?
#Person2#: That looks great. Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans. Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them?
#Person1#: The leopard print sounds fabulous. Are they a name brand?
#Person2#: No, they're a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing.
#Person1#: That's even better than the real thing.
#Person2#: If I were you, I'd buy that now while it's on sale. If you spend $100, you get a $50 voucher for more clothes.
#Person1#: It's too bad I did all that shopping yesterday!

Summary: #Person2# tries on many kinds of different clothes and #Person1# gives comments on the clothes. #Person2# regrets missing the sales discount.


#Person1#: This is Officer Belford. You reported a break-in just now?
#Person2#: Yes, I did.
#Person1#: I'll need a little more information about it.
#Person2#: Just the facts.
#Person1#: What time did it happen?
#Person2#: It must have been sometime between 12:00 and 1:30 because I was home until almost 12:00 and I just got back at 1:30.
#Person1#: What did they get?
#Person2#: Well, what I know now is some jewellery and the television.
#Person1#: OK. Good, you're making a list. By the way, did you have your belongings marked?
#Person2#: Yes. My husband put his name on the TV.
#Person1#: By the way, where is your husband?
#Person2#: He's on a trip to Canada. And I haven't told him about the robbery.
#Person1#: I see, where did you put your jewellery?
#Person2#: I put it in the refrigerator. But all my good jewellery is in the safe box in the bank.
#Person1#: OK. I'll be in touch with you as soon as we have found anything about it.

Summary: #Person2# reported a break-in and Officer Belford asks the details. #Person2# was robbed of jewellry and a TV with her husband's name.


#Person1#: I'd like to make an appointment with the doctor, please.
#Person2#: OK, how about the day after tomorrow on Wednesday at 4:00 pm?
#Person1#: Do you happen to have an opening in the morning?
#Person2#: Emm, how about tomorrow at 8:00 am or Thursday at 8:15 am?
#Person1#: Ah, do you have anything earlier?
#Person2#: No, I'm sorry.
#Person1#: Well, in that case tomorrow would be fine.
#Person2#: What's the purpose of your visit?
#Person1#: Well, to tell you the truth, I fell from a ladder 2 days ago while painting my house. And my foot landed in a can and it was badly hurt.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# who fell from a ladder to make an appointment with the doctor tomorrow morning.


#Person1#: Please tell me something about your insurance background.
#Person2#: I majored in international banking at college so I took many insurance courses. And I worked at an insurance company for my graduation field work.
#Person1#: Why do you want to be an insurance agent?
#Person2#: I care about people and I know the importance of insurance.
#Person1#: Do you have any work experience in promotion?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I have worked as a salesman for P & G Company Ltd.
#Person1#: Do people respond well to you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm good with people.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s insurance background. #Person2# worked at an insurance company and has work experience in promotion.


#Person1#: I couldn't believe you should crack such a joke to them.
#Person2#: What was wrong?
#Person1#: You carried it too far. You obviously offended someone.
#Person2#: I didn't mean to hurt anyone.
#Person1#: I know, I know. But someone took offence.

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person2# offended someone but #Person2# didn't mean to do.


#Person1#: Amy. So, how are you doing?
#Person2#: Oh, hi Stuart. School is so crazy these days, and when I'm not at school, I'm at work.
#Person1#: Hey, listen. I'm getting together with Sara and Paul tonight, and a few of our other friends are going to join us. [Oh.] And, we're ... well, we're going out to eat and then catch a movie. Why don't you come with us?
#Person2#: Hey, I'd love to, but I have to cram for a test tomorrow.
#Person1#: Ah, come on. We're planning on having dinner around 6:30 and then seeing a movie at 7:30. We should be home by 10:30 ... 11:30 at the latest. I mean you're always saying that you don't have any friends ... and that your love life ... well, that you don't have one. Come on!
#Person2#: I ... I don't think I'd better. I haven't been feeling well lately.
#Person1#: Yeah, because you study too much. Well, we'll have a blast. Come on! Relax. [Well ...] And it's Sara's birthday, too. And we're throwing her a small birthday party after the movie. Come on. Best friends always stick together.
#Person2#: Oh. Okay.
#Person1#: Great. I'll pick you up at 6:00.
#Person2#: Okay. See you then, but I have to be back by 10:30.
#Person1#: Ah, 10:30 ... Midnight. It's all the same. See you at 6:00.

Summary: Stuart invites Amy to go out to eat and catch a movie with friends. Amy refuses at first but later agrees because it's Sara's birthday. Stuart will pick Amy at 6 and they will be back at 10:30.


#Person1#: And how will you be paying for your room, Ms. White?
#Person2#: By credit card.
#Person1#: Both rooms on the same card?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Your card number please?
#Person2#: 4434 1234 5678 9902.
#Person1#: Double one, zero two?
#Person2#: No, double nine zero two.
#Person1#: 4434 1234 5678 9902?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: And the expiry date?
#Person2#: Eleven, . . .
#Person1#: Could you repeat that please?
#Person2#: November this year.
#Person1#: Thank you. I've booked two rooms for Ms. White and Mr. Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: You're welcome. We'll see you on the 25th, Ms. White.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye.

Summary: #Person1# helps Ms. White book the room and Ms. White pays by credit card.


#Person1#: How about your study at college?
#Person2#: I was doing quite well at college. I completed my MBA degree in international trade with first-class honors.
#Person1#: Why did you select your college?
#Person2#: I selected my college because it had an excellent academic reputation.
#Person1#: What do you like doing in your spare time?
#Person2#: My favorite recreation is cooking. I learned to cook Chinese dishes and western style dishes as well. It keeps me busy and makes me happy.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions, like #Person2#'study, why choosing the college and recreations in his spare time. #Person2# answered.


#Person1#: Cindy, the date of the computer meeting has been set for next Tuesday. Could you do me a favor and call the hotel to book a room?
#Person2#: Sure, I will take care of it right away. But what are you going to do about the appointment you had planned with Mr. Nolan? Do you want me to call him and cancel?
#Person1#: Oh, I completely forgot all about him. You know, I can't miss this appointment with him. It's too important. On second thought, I think I'd better send Sally to New York to attend the meeting. She's been working on the speech with me for a long time, and she should be able to give the speech in my place.
#Person2#: You're right.

Summary: #Person1# tells Cindy #Person1# needs to go to the computer meeting, but #Person1# cannot miss the appointment with Mr. Nolan so #Person1# sends Sally to the meeting instead.


#Person1#: Do I have to deposit my handbag at the checkroom?
#Person2#: No, you do not have to. The handbag can be taken with you. There is the cart at the entrance.
#Person1#: Thank you. I'd tike to buy some milk powder for my baby. Is there anything that you can recommend for me?
#Person2#: Well, how old is your baby?
#Person1#: No more than three.
#Person2#: The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages. I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand, the source of milk is imported from New Zealand.
#Person1#: How about its quality?
#Person2#: You can be assured of it. There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies'bone and cerebrum.
#Person1#: OK, what is this?
#Person2#: It is feeding-bottle as the free gift.
#Person1#: It is thoughtful. I will take it.

Summary: #Person1# purchases Wyeth brand milk powder for #Person1#'s baby who's no more than three with #Person2#'s assistance and recommendation.


#Person1#: It's so earlier this morning, Mr. Li! You just came back yesterday, you should have rest much more.
#Person2#: I'd like to have rest, but I have many things to do.
#Person1#: How about this post-trip?
#Person2#: It's very good, and the result isn't too bad.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Of course. I will write a report about this post-trip, and then you'd better type it at the moment, OK?
#Person1#: OK, it's no problem.
#Person2#: ( Afternoon ) Miss Liu. Are you typing my report?
#Person1#: Yes, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Nothing. I just tell you take care of it when you type, especially the address and telephone number of those new guests. You should make sure that it's no mistaken.
#Person1#: OK, please don't worry about it. You should set your mind at rest.
#Person2#: Ha, I know you are great secretary.
#Person1#: Thanks your flatter.

Summary: Mr Li tells Miss Liu the result of the post-trip is good. Mr. Li asks Miss Liu to be very careful while typing the report without mistake, Miss Liu asks him not to worry about it.


#Person1#: I always think everybody looks down on me
#Person2#: Don't be that negative.
#Person1#: How can you be optimistic? You can see it in their eyes.
#Person2#: I find it there is no meaning in living this world.
#Person1#: Don't be that negative.
#Person2#: Really, life is so boring.

Summary: #Person1# thinks negatively and #Person2# comforts #Person1#.


#Person1#: It's raining outside, Catherine, it's too bad. What's the weather like in your hometown?
#Person2#: It's very hot, the temperature is often over 40C.
#Person1#: Do you like the weather in Seattle?
#Person2#: Not really. But I like it in spring and fall. I don't like it in winter.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: The winter is very rainy, I don't like the rainy day.
#Person1#: What about the weather in Boston?
#Person2#: I lived there for three years. I like summer but I don't like winter.
#Person1#: Is it very cold in winter?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. But it's nice in spring and fall.

Summary: Catherine likes spring and fall in Seattle and Boston, but she doesn't like winter there.


#Person1#: I'd like to buy these shoes.
#Person2#: O. K. Let me see. That will be $ 104. 99.
#Person1#: The price tag says $ 99. 99.
#Person2#: Yes, miss, but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland.
#Person1#: Oh, of course. How silly of me to forget.
#Person2#: No problem. How would you like to pay for these?
#Person1#: I think I have the cash. Let me check. Yes, here you are.
#Person2#: $ 110. 00, your change is $ 5. 01. Thanks very much.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# will buy the shoes by cash including a 5% sales tax in Maryland.


#Person1#: Will you help me take these things to the car?
#Person2#: OK, which car do you want me to put them in?
#Person1#: Bring them to my wife's car.
#Person2#: Which one is hers?
#Person1#: The blue SUV in front of the Honda.
#Person2#: What should I take first?
#Person1#: That chair over there, but please be careful with it. It was a gift from my mother-in-law.
#Person2#: Don't worry, I won't drop it. Wow, it's really heavy. I don't think I can move it by myself.
#Person1#: Let me help you with that. I don't want you to hurt your back.
#Person2#: Where are you taking all this stuff?
#Person1#: Didn't I tell you? We're moving to Florida?
#Person2#: You're moving now? I knew you were moving, but I thought you said you were moving next month.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true, but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to help him take the luggage to the car because he and his wife are moving to Florida now.


#Person1#: What do you think of the apartment?
#Person2#: I like it, but there is one problem.
#Person1#: What problem is that?
#Person2#: The faucet in the kitchen is leaking.
#Person1#: I don't understand what the big deal is.
#Person2#: That leak is a problem for my water bill.
#Person1#: What you would like me to do about it?
#Person2#: The leak must be fixed.
#Person1#: I won't be able to fix it at the moment.
#Person2#: I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet.
#Person1#: If that's the case, then I will fix the faucet.
#Person2#: Thanks for understanding.

Summary: #Person1# makes a compromise to fix the leaking faucet in the kitchen because #Person2# won't rent the apartment otherwise.


#Person1#: Francis, what's that?
#Person2#: Well, that is the chart showing our company's organizational structure.
#Person1#: Could you tell me something about it?
#Person2#: Ok. On the top, Mr. Thomas, the managing director, is responsible for running the company.
#Person1#: How many departments do we have?
#Person2#: Four. They are production department, finance department, sales and marketing department and HR department. I directly report to Mr. White. He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning. Probably you will be meeting him at lunch.
#Person1#: Ok. Who should I report to?
#Person2#: Mr. White, too.

Summary: Francis describes the chart with the organizational structure to #Person1#. #Person1# should report to Mr. White.


#Person1#: They say you've got a job in the New York City.
#Person2#: Yeah, we say it the United Nations.
#Person1#: How fascinating! It can meet people from all over the world.
#Person2#: Yeah, but just one problem. I'll have to leave my friends behind.

Summary: #Person2# got a job in the U.S.. #Person1# thinks it's fascinating.


#Person1#: Do you have anything to do after this?
#Person2#: No, I don't.
#Person1#: Shall we drop in somewhere for a couple of drinks?
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea.
#Person1#: I know a very interesting place.
#Person2#: Oh, do you? Good.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to have some drinks.


#Person1#: This place is great. I'm surprised there are so many things here.
#Person2#: Yes, but it takes a while to find things. It's not organized as carefully as a regular store.
#Person1#: What's the difference between an outlet and a regular store?
#Person2#: Usually a clothes company will send their overstock to an outlet. The prices are very low. But you may find faulty products here too.
#Person1#: Faulty products?
#Person2#: Yes. Sometimes the fault is very small; if you have a needle and thread, you can fix it yourself. So it's a good deal to buy it.
#Person1#: Oh, that's easy for me. I think it's really a good deal.
#Person2#: Yes. You can save a lot of money in this way.
#Person1#: That's great for me. Look, children's clothes! I'd like to buy some winter clothes for my son and daughter.
#Person2#: Why not buy the sweater? It only costs 30 Yuan.
#Person1#: Yes, I'll take it. Are there any jeans? Xiaohui's jeans are always dirty. I also need four pairs of slippers.
#Person2#: How many do you want to buy?
#Person1#: I ought to make the most of it while I'm here, don't you think?
#Person2#: You're right.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the difference between an outlet and a regular store. #Person1# thinks an outlet is a good deal and will make the most of it to buy clothes for the family.


#Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: He, he.., hello? Uh, yeah. Is ... uh ... your dad home?
#Person1#: Just a minute please.
#Person3#: Hello.
#Person2#: Uh ... yeah ... uh hello? Yeah, um ... is ... uh ... Nick home please?
#Person3#: Oh, he can't come to the phone right now.
#Person2#: Okay, well, um, yeah, I need to talk to your dad. Um, yeah, could you ... um ... take a message?
#Person3#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Yeah. This is ... my name's Nick Johnson. And if ...
#Person3#: The phone number?
#Person2#: Yeah if you could tell him. Yeah, the phone number is 589 [Uh-huh] 7248.
#Person3#: 589-7248?
#Person2#: Yeah, right and if you could tell him to call me tonight between 7:00 and 8:30?
#Person3#: Okay.
#Person2#: Alright, and uh. Now, I think ... are you his daughter?
#Person3#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Yeah, now what's your name?
#Person3#: I ... I'm not supposed to tell that.
#Person2#: Ah, that's really smart. Alright, well just tell him I called.
#Person3#: Okay.
#Person2#: Okay, bye.
#Person3#: Bye.

Summary: Johnson calls to find #Person3#'s dad Nick. #Person1# answers it and passes to #Person3#. Nick is not available now so Johnson leaves his number and asks #Person3# to tell Nick.


#Person1#: I heard you are going out with John?
#Person2#: Yes. To be frank, I really love him to death.
#Person1#: You are so lucky.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: Why? Are you kidding me? A guy like that is hard to find. Few boys are so caring, so patient, and did I mention he is hottie?
#Person2#: You really think so?
#Person1#: Totally. I am saying it from the bottom of my heart! And it's obvious that he's head over heels in love with you, too.
#Person2#: I sure hope so.

Summary: #Person2# loves John. #Person1# thinks #Person2# is lucky to have such a good boyfriend and explains the reasons.


#Person1#: Hello, 8520388 2.
#Person2#: Hi, this is Maria. Is that Shirley?
#Person1#: Hi, Maria, this is Shirley.
#Person2#: Shirley, do you know today's homework from our economic law class? I have written it on a piece of paper but I can't find it now.
#Person1#: Hold on for a moment please. I'm fetching my textbook.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Oh, the homework is to explain what economic law is both in broad sense and in narrow sense.
#Person2#: Explain the economic law? An essay question again?
#Person1#: Yes. You can use your textbook for your reference.
#Person2#: Are there any clear answers in the book to this question?
#Person1#: I don't think so, Maria, but I think you can look for information on the Internet.
#Person2#: OK, thank you, Shirley. You are very helpful. I have another question. When does the Economic Law of China come into effect?
#Person1#: Oh, there isn't such a code called economic law. The Economic Law of China is a general concept for several laws.
#Person2#: There isn't such a code?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a general name for several laws related to economics, like Commercial Law, and Law of Central Bank.
#Person2#: Got it. Thank you, Shirley.

Summary: Maria calls Shirley to ask about today's homework from the economic law class. Maria also asks about the Economic Law of China but Shirley says there isn't such a code.


#Person1#: Hello, I'd like to return this sweater. I have the receipt right here.
#Person2#: OK, let me take a look. Uh, so you bought this over a month ago.
#Person1#: That's right. It was a birthday present for my niece.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, ma'am. But if it has been over a month, we can't return your money.
#Person1#: Are you kidding me? I haven't even opened the package, my friend.
#Person2#: Well, that is just our store rule.
#Person1#: There must be something you can do.
#Person2#: I'll talk to my manager.
#Person1#: I'd like to talk to him myself.

Summary: #Person1# wants to return a sweater. #Person2# refuses because it has been over a month. #Person1# wants to talk to #Person2#'s manager.


#Person1#: Where are you going?
#Person2#: I'm going to the hospital.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: Professor Wang was hurt in a traffic accident.
#Person1#: That's too bad. How are things now?
#Person2#: His life is hanging by a thread, and he is under an emergency treatment.

Summary: #Person2#' tells #Person1# Professor Wang's accident and his situation.


#Person1#: Being away from home for college can be stressful. Besides all the pressures of study, there's the pressure on your pocket. Today, let's go to a university to find out. Excuse me. Can I ask you a few questions?
#Person2#: Well, OK.
#Person1#: How do you find the cost of living in the city?
#Person2#: Everything is expensive, including clothing, housing and traveling.
#Person1#: So what do you spend most on?
#Person2#: Transport I think. For food, if I cook myself, it's not expensive at all. For clothing, I bring my clothes here from my home country where there nice and cheap. But every week I have to spend more than 100 pounds on the trains.
#Person1#: Then what's the social life like?
#Person2#: I'm a very social person. I love hanging out with my friends and meeting new people. Thankfully I don't drink nor smoke, so the only expenses maybe tickets to the cinemas, clubs and so on.

Summary: #Person1# interviews #Person2# on #Person2#'s cost of living in the city. #Person2# thinks everything is expensive, especially transport.


#Person1#: This is Jack speaking. Who is this?
#Person2#: This is Jenny, Jack. Could you help me?
#Person1#: Certainly. What is the matter?
#Person2#: My sister had an argument with me yesterday because I lost her lovely pet cat. She was really mad at me. And she hasn't talked to me for a whole day.
#Person1#: Oh, Jenny. In fact, you're the one who made a mistake.
#Person2#: Yes, I know that. But what should I do to make her happy?
#Person1#: If I were you, I'd say sorry to her first and then get her another cat.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. But I don't have.., enough money.
#Person1#: Oh, don't worry. I've got some. I can lend some to you.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you.

Summary: Jenny's sister was mad at Jenny because Jenny lost her pet cat. Jack thinks Jenny should apologize first and get her another cat. Jack offers to lend money to Jenny.


#Person1#: What do you want to do in this company after five years?
#Person2#: I want to be in a higher managerial position in the field of international marketing. I'm very interested in the European market hopefully, in Brussels.
#Person1#: Why do you think so?
#Person2#: It's truly exciting to work in newly emerging unified market. Brussels will be center of the new market in the continent.
#Person1#: What are you looking for in your next job?
#Person2#: My experience in my last job showed that I have the talent to motivate people. It could be seen from the low absentee rate in my team. I want to continue that kind of contribution and to further develop this potential.
#Person1#: What is your career objective?
#Person2#: I want to apply my knowledge and experience to a challenging position and finally move on to management level.
#Person1#: What do you consider important when looking for a job?
#Person2#: I think the most important thing is the nature of the job. One should never do anything one is not interested in. To me, pleasant working conditions with co-operative staff are also important.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to be in a higher managerial position in international marketing in Brussel after five years because it's exciting and #Person2# wants to keep motivating people. #Person2# values the nature of the job when looking for one.


#Person1#: Today we are visiting Woodhill Shelter, the most unusual animal shelter in Britain.
#Person2#: He does not house wild animals rescued from zoos or sea creatures for motion parks.
#Person1#: What it does have is a lot of lucky and happy cows pigs goats sheep and chickens rescued from becoming your lunch by animal rights groups, the shelter was set up by Jill Ann Ben Smith.
#Person2#: Neither of them eat animal products, but lives instead on a plant based diet.
#Person1#: They say it is a kinder and better way to live.
#Person2#: The shelter wasn't much visited until 3 years after it was built and now it has large numbers of followers.
#Person1#: All the farm workers are volunteers without pay, but get free lunch and coffee in return for their work.
#Person2#: If you want more information about the farm you can Phone 6978325 and if you want to become a volunteer you must visit the website and fill in the online form.
#Person1#: Posts are not accepted because letters are easy to lose.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are introducing Woodhill Shelter, which is Britain's most unusual animal shelter.


#Person1#: What is your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is Sun lin.
#Person1#: How old are you?
#Person2#: I am twenty-five years old.
#Person1#: May I ask your birth date?
#Person2#: Yes, my birth date is September 22, 1977.
#Person1#: Where do you live now?
#Person2#: I live at 606 Zhongguancun Road, Apt 802, Beijing.
#Person1#: Then tell me your birthplace.
#Person2#: My birthplace is Nanjing.
#Person1#: Ok, I know you are not a resident of Beijing. Where is your domicile place then?
#Person2#: My domicile place is Nanjing, too.

Summary: #Person1# asks Sun Lin about her personal information including her age, birth date, birthplace, current address, and domicile place.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, could you please tell me the way to Aidan Bookstore?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Would you like to walk there or take a bus?
#Person1#: Er. . . Is it far from here?
#Person2#: It's just about ten minutes'walk. Go along this street, on the third cross you'll find it on your left.
#Person1#: Then I'll walk. Many thanks.
#Person2#: Not at all.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to walk to the Aidan Bookstore.


#Person1#: Did you have any hobbies?
#Person2#: Yes, reading is my hobby.
#Person1#: What kind of books do you like to read most?
#Person2#: Many kinds of books. When I was a child in elementary school, I enjoyed reading fables and science fiction. When I became to a teenager at middle school, I was interested in detective mystery stories. Now I like reading romance stories.
#Person1#: Are you in love?
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories.
#Person2#: Well, maybe.

Summary: #Person2# likes reading, and #Person2# likes different books in different stages.


#Person1#: Jane, I hear that you are leaving school now. What do you want to do? Have you made up your mind yet?
#Person2#: No, not yet. But I think I'm going to take up singing.
#Person1#: Any special reasons?
#Person2#: Yes. It's because I am good at singing songs. All my classmates say so. Besides, singing is quite interesting and you can meet a lot of people.
#Person1#: And you will have to please them too.
#Person2#: Well, you do in any job, don't you?
#Person1#: And what do your parents think about it?
#Person2#: They don't quite agree with my idea. That is the only trouble.
#Person1#: Have they got any other plans for you, then?
#Person2#: Yes, um...they're trying to send me to an art college because they want me to be an actress.
#Person1#: Then what will you do?
#Person2#: Er...I haven't decided yet. But I usually get my own way in the end.

Summary: Jane tells #Person1# she wants to take up singing because she is good at singing songs and singing is interesting, but her parents want her to be an actress. She hasn't decided yet.


#Person1#: I've got some great news for you!
#Person2#: Did you get the position you wanted?
#Person1#: Yes, I'll be promoted to department manager.
#Person2#: I'm glad to hear that. Congratulations!
#Person1#: Thank you. Actually, I could not believe it at first. You know, there're so many outstanding people in our company. Many of them are qualified to fill that position.
#Person2#: Sure, but you really did great and outperformed the others. You deserved it!
#Person1#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# will be promoted to the department manager. #Person2# congratulates #Person1#.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I'm interested in antiques. Do you have any?
#Person1#: Yes, we have a great variety of Chinese antiques.
#Person2#: What do you have?
#Person1#: Well, we have some painting and some porcelain. Which do you like better?
#Person2#: I'd like porcelain.
#Person1#: Good. How about the table set?
#Person2#: Oh, it looks well. I like it very much.
#Person1#: It's made in Jingdezhen.
#Person2#: How much is it?
#Person1#: One thousand eight hundred yuan.
#Person2#: It's not expensive. I'll take it.

Summary: #Person1# shows some porcelain to #Person2# who is interested in antiques. #Person2# takes the porcelain table set.


#Person1#: It's a great art show, isn't it? By the way, I'm Jim.
#Person2#: Yes, it's successful. I'm Nancy. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Me too. Are you from France?
#Person2#: Actually, I was born in London, and I grew up in Paris. What about you?
#Person1#: Oh, I'm a local man in New York. I'm an art teacher in New York University. This art show is held by my students.
#Person2#: Really? Great! I'm a student majoring in piano performance in the same college. I'll hold a piano party next Saturday night at the Silver Bar. Would you like to come?
#Person1#: I'd love to. Could I take my daughter with me? Besides painting, she is fond of piano as well.
#Person2#: Sure.

Summary: Jim teaches at NYU and Nancy learns there. Nancy invites him to a piano party and Jim will go with his daughter.


#Person1#: Hi, I want to check out.
#Person2#: Okay. Come with me.
#Person1#: Can I pay by a credit card?
#Person2#: Sorry, you can only pay cash.
#Person1#: OK. Here is the money.
#Person2#: Here's your change.
#Person1#: Would you wrap it for me?
#Person2#: Of course, I'll get right on it.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# to check out, and #Person1# pays by cash.


#Person1#: I hear that you've got a chance to go to Europe for a half-year training program. Is it true?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm leaving on the 14th of next month.
#Person1#: Congratulations! How can you get such a good opportunity to be trained overseas?
#Person2#: Actually, it is a policy in my company. The human resources management department has connections overseas this year, so we can receive training there.
#Person1#: How nice! But will you have to pay for the training?
#Person2#: No. The company pays for everything. Doesn't this sound very attractive? This is why our company can always get the best employees!

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# will go to Europe for a half-year training program and #Person2#'s company pays for everything.


#Person1#: Have you ever been to New Orleans?
#Person2#: No. What is it like?
#Person1#: It's one of the most interesting cities in the United States. It has a French Quarter, with narrow streets and little shops. Many of the shops and restaurants are French.
#Person2#: There's a lot of jazz music in New Orleans, isn't there?
#Person1#: Yes. You hear wonderful jazz there. New Orleans and San Francisco are my two favorite cities. Have you been to San Francisco?
#Person2#: No. What is it like?
#Person1#: It has lovely views, and one of the most beautiful bridges in the world - the Golden Gate Bridge. It's a very hilly city. The hills are in the middle of the town, so you have to walk up and down hills when you go anywhere. When you arrive, your car needs good brakes.
#Person2#: Do you have to drive? Can't you take buses?
#Person1#: Well, most people who visit San Francisco ride in the cable cars. A cable car goes on tracks, and a strong cable pulls it up the hills.
#Person2#: That doesn't sound very safe.
#Person1#: Don't worry. Hundreds of people ride in cable cars every day.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person1#'s two favorite cities, New Orleans with a French Quarter and jazz music, and San Francisco, a hilly city with people riding in the cable cars.


#Person1#: Can you tell me the price for a bus pass?
#Person2#: It costs $ 65 to buy a monthly pass.
#Person1#: Is there a cheaper bus pass?
#Person2#: There are student passes.
#Person1#: For how much?
#Person2#: It doesn't cost anything for the pass.
#Person1#: It's absolutely free?
#Person2#: The monthly sticker costs you.
#Person1#: How much is that?
#Person2#: Each month it'll cost $ 24 for a new sticker.
#Person1#: Let me get the student bus pass.
#Person2#: Let me go get it for you.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# the information of the bus pass and wants to get the student bus pass.


#Person1#: It's too hot to read.
#Person2#: We'd better go out for a walk.
#Person1#: Which season do you like best?
#Person2#: Spring.
#Person1#: How about summer?
#Person2#: I dislike it most.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because the hottest season is summer in a year.
#Person1#: But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons.

Summary: #Person2# dislikes summer while #Person1# thinks summer is more charming.


#Person1#: Do you know who Ammo Hung is?
#Person2#: Of course. He is now 50 years old. And he started out studying alembics, singing, dancing and martial arts at the age of nine, and has tarred in 140 kung fu films. He has also become an independent producer and director.
#Person1#: You know only one aspect of him. Do you know what he would do in the kitchen?
#Person2#: I have no idea. Tell me.
#Person1#: In the kitchen, with his wife by his side he still puts on quite a dinner time show.
#Person2#: What does he do there?
#Person1#: Imagine a chef chopping vegetables on fast forward. Picture a man making a stir-fry, tossing the mixture up in the air, and then catching it, every last bit, in his work. And his culinary motto is'Enjoy the moment. 'If you want to know hey theycook, visit www. StudioClassroom. com. tw for the recipe.

Summary: #Person2# tells about the things #Person2# knows about Ammo Hung including his achievement and career, and #Person1# says Ammo Hung also puts on a cooking show and introduces it.


#Person1#: How are you, Missus Brandon?
#Person2#: Pretty good. How are you doing?
#Person1#: Not so good, I lost my job today.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to hear that.
#Person1#: How are your students doing?
#Person2#: They're very nervous about their final test.
#Person1#: I remember you gave our class a hard final test in my first year of college, many of us failed, but I really learned a lot from you. You see I can speak very good English.
#Person2#: Thank you for saying so.

Summary: #Person1# thinks he learned a lot from the final test Brandon gave #Person1#, even though it was very hard.


#Person1#: Good evening, sir, ma'am. A table for two?
#Person2#: No, thank you. But we have a small problem. Can you help us?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: We are looking for a hotel. Are there any hotels near here?
#Person1#: Yes. The nearest one is next to the bank. It's quite modern.
#Person2#: Do you think there're any cheap ones nearby?
#Person1#: Yes. Drive west for about two minutes and you will find one opposite to a supermarket. It's a family hotel, very comfortable, and the price is quite reasonable.
#Person2#: It sounds nice. Thank you very much for your help.
#Person1#: That's all right.

Summary: #Person2#'s looking for a cheap hotel. #Person1# recommends one and tells #Person2# how to get there.


#Person1#: Hi, Jenny. What did you do today?
#Person2#: Hi, Mark! I've just got back from the Art Gallery. They had a wonderful art exhibition today. You shouldn't have stayed home and worked on that paper. I think you would have been inspired by some of the paintings.
#Person1#: Oh, Idon't know. I don't really care for modern art.
#Person2#: I think you should think ofmodern art like food. You need to taste things to see if you like them. You know, some of the pieces at the exhibition were even for sale. The last one was on sale for $9,000.
#Person1#: $9,000? Well, I may go and visit the exhibition tomorrow, but I'm not going tobuy anything.
#Person2#: OK, let me know how it goes, won't you? And you might give Tom a call. He wanted to go with me today but his aunt was intown so he couldn't. He really wants to go.
#Person1#: OK, I will.

Summary: Jenny tells Mark that she has been to the Art Gallery. Jenny persuades Mark to visit the exhibition and asks him to call Tom.


#Person1#: What's going on?
#Person2#: Nothing really. How about you?
#Person1#: A lot, like the party I'm having on Friday.
#Person2#: Well, that's cool.
#Person1#: Will you be able to make it?
#Person2#: I'm busy this Friday. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: What do you have to do?
#Person2#: I'm having dinner with my family
#Person1#: Maybe you can come next time.
#Person2#: I'll make sure and come to your next party.
#Person1#: I'll look for you at my next party.
#Person2#: I'll be there.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to #Person1#'s party, but #Person2# will not go because of family dinner.


#Person1#: Hello, ABC company.
#Person2#: Hello, this is Mr. Morris Pitt. I'd like to speak to Mr. Bell, please.
#Person1#: Just a moment. I am sorry. At the moment, he is out of the office. Would you like to leave your number? When he comes back, I will tell him to call you back.
#Person2#: Please have him call me at my office. He knows the number.
#Person1#: Of course.

Summary: Morris asks #Person1# to tell Mr. Bell to call back.


#Person1#: Would you like to take a look at the menu, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. Thank you.
#Person1#: Would you care for a drink before you order?
#Person2#: A glass of Qingdao beer.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. I'll bring it over. Have you decided what you'd like, sir?
#Person2#: Will you make some recommendation?

Summary: #Person2# orders a beer and asks #Person1# to give him some recommendations of food.


#Person1#: Hi, David! Mr. Harper has just asked me if you'd finished your project yet. It was supposed to be handed in yesterday.
#Person2#: I know. I'm just finishing it now.
#Person1#: He wanted to know if we'd done them together. I said no. What's yours on? It took me ages to do mine.
#Person2#: Well, I was really lucky. I found this book all about the population in New Zealand cities.
#Person1#: Is it good?
#Person2#: Yes, it's a great book! I photocopied three chapters. There are some brilliant charts and...
#Person1#: What are you going to do with all that?
#Person2#: Well, now I'm going to copy these pages and these charts and then I'll finish my project!
#Person1#: You're not supposed to just copy the book.
#Person2#: Oh! I think Mr. Harper won't know.
#Person1#: He will know! He asked us to write a list of all the books we'd used. Remember? That's not the point anyway.
#Person2#: What is the point then?
#Person1#: Well, the point is that you're supposed to write your own project--you can't copy someone else's writing.
#Person2#: Er... er... Well, you're right. Thank you for your reminding me of that.

Summary: #Person1# asks David if he has finished the project. David plans to copy the pages and charts to finish his project, and #Person2# reminds him of writing his own project.