#Person1#: We seem to be having this conversation over and over again.
#Person2#: You're fight.
#Person1#: Look, I know how you feel about my smoking. You don't have to tell me every day.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I worry about you.
#Person1#: Let's be honest. There's always going to be a reason. After you graduate, it's going to be hard to find a job, then there will be the stress from just starting a job. OK, I get your point. It's just so hard. You don't really understand because you have never smoked.
#Person2#: You need some help. Why don't you go to a doctor?
#Person1#: You mean a psychiatrist?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I mean a general practitioner. Maybe you can get a patch, or some pills, well, I don't know, something to help you with the withdrawal.
#Person1#: Really, I believe I can quit on my own. But I'll think about it. I will.
#Person2#: All fight. I won't mention it for a week. Then I want to know your decision. Because if you don't get some help, I need to rethink our plans.
#Person1#: You mean you'd break our engagement over this? I can't believe it!
#Person2#: I don't know.

Summary: #Person2# is worrying about #Person1# and recommends #Person1# to see a doctor and rethink their plans if #Person1# cannot quit smoking.


#Person1#: Hello, I am Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company. Can I have a private talk with you?
#Person2#: Er? I am driving right now. Can you call back in 30 minutes?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Hi, Monica, Richard again. Have you ever heard about our company? It is an international one with good reputation. We have a lot of successful cases. If you're trying advance your career, I would love to help you. XYZ Company is one of our clients. They're in need of the talent like you. Would you be interested in taking part in an interview? It is scheduled some time within this week.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling. I really appreciate your kindness. But right now, I'm very busy preparing for an interview of another company. I don't think I am available for this opportunity.
#Person2#: Ok, I see. Good luck to you. You have my number. Call me when you change your mind. I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address.
#Person1#: Well, I will text it to you. Thank you, bye for now.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Bye.

Summary: Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company phones Monica to invite her to a job interview. Monica politely refuses because she's preparing for an interview of another company. Richard asks her to call him when she changes her mind.


#Person1#: Why didn't you tell me you had a girlfriend?
#Person2#: Sorry, I thought you knew.
#Person1#: But you should have told me you were in love with her.
#Person2#: Didn't I?
#Person1#: You know you didn't.
#Person2#: Well, I'm telling you now.
#Person1#: Yes, but you might have told me before.
#Person2#: I didn't think you'd be interested.
#Person1#: You can't be serious. How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her?
#Person2#: Sorry, I didn't think it mattered.
#Person1#: Oh, you men! You're all the same.

Summary: #Person1# is angry because #Person2# didn't tell #Person1# that #Person2# had a girlfriend and would marry her.


#Person1#: There is a really good art competition in teens news.
#Person2#: Isn't that the one that's on every year? You have to paint a picture of your family or your friends.
#Person1#: This year it's a picture of the countryside.
#Person2#: Can I enter then?
#Person1#: Neither of us can. You're too old at 16.
#Person2#: Isn't your younger sister good at art?
#Person1#: Yes, she might like to enter.
#Person2#: What does she draw with?
#Person1#: Colored pencils mostly and sometimes oil paints. She hates using watercolors though.
#Person2#: Look here, she won't be able to use oils in this competition.
#Person1#: That's OK. She prefers colored pencils anyway.
#Person2#: Oh, look at this. They're giving away some great prizes, a computer, a television and a camera among other things.
#Person1#: Who gets the computer then? The winner?
#Person2#: No, the computer and camera are the second prize. Strange! I thought the computer would be the best prize.
#Person1#: Yes, but look at the size of this screen, 60 inches. That's much better than a computer.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are too old for an art competition while #Person1#'s younger sister may have a try with colored pencils. Then they talk about the great prizes offered by the competition.


#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Gao. We appreciate your letting us have the apartment.
#Person2#: My pleasure. You're a sweet couple. Do you have any questions?
#Person1#: The ad said rent was thirty thousand. That includes utilities and phone, I assume.
#Person2#: No, it doesn't. And there's a maintenance fee for each month. It's forty NT per ping.
#Person1#: That's another one thousand six hundred?
#Person2#: Yes, but that doesn't include cable. It's for cleaning and trash removal. You just leave your trash outside your door.

Summary: Mr. Gao tells #Person1# the rent doesn't include utilities, phone, nor the maintenance.


#Person1#: What a nice tie you are wearing!
#Person2#: Thank you. But does it really look all right?
#Person1#: Certainly. It matches your suit perfectly.
#Person2#: Then does it go well with my sweater?
#Person1#: Yes. You look very smart today.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1# admires the tie #Person2# is wearing, and #Person2# appreciates it.


#Person1#: Look! Someone is celebrating his birthday.
#Person2#: This must be his 21st birthday. No doubt about it.
#Person1#: Why? Do you know that guy?
#Person2#: No. Well, in America, 21 is the age when you're allowed to drink. So, many guys celebrate it in bars.
#Person1#: That's interesting. But it would be really expensive, I suppose. Just think about all the drinks.
#Person2#: No. If it's your birthday, then you don't need to pay a cent. Just blow out the candles and open the gifts. That makes the birthday a special day. Your friends will take care of everything.
#Person1#: Wow. That's wonderful.
#Person2#: What about in China? What'd you do to celebrate your birthday?
#Person1#: Nowadays, it's no difference from America. But in old times, we have traditional ways to celebrate it.

Summary: Someone is celebrating his birthday. #Person2# tells #Person1# that this must be his 21st birthday and introduces the tradition of celebrating birthday in America.


#Person1#: Joseph, who is that woman?
#Person2#: That's Susan.
#Person1#: What does she do for work?
#Person2#: She's a lawyer.
#Person1#: Is she American?
#Person2#: No, but she speaks English fluently.
#Person1#: She's really tall. Do you know her?
#Person2#: Yes, I know her. We're friends.
#Person1#: Who's that man standing next to her?
#Person2#: Which man?
#Person1#: That short guy on her right. What's his name?
#Person2#: Oh, that's Matt.
#Person1#: He's really good looking.
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Do you know him?
#Person2#: I don't know him, but I think my sister does.
#Person1#: Is he married?
#Person2#: Yes, he's married.
#Person1#: I remember now. I met him before.

Summary: #Person1# asks Joseph about the woman and the man standing next to her. Joseph tells #Person1# their names and other information.


#Person1#: Wow, that was an amazing show!
#Person2#: Yeah, the crowd was totally out of control.
#Person1#: I know! Did you see what that guy did in the front of the stage?
#Person2#: You mean the guy who took a dive into the audience from the stage?
#Person1#: Yeah! He landed directly in the middle of all those crazy people and was carried to a safe place by the crowd. It was so cool!
#Person2#: What did you think of the opening band?
#Person1#: To be honest, that's who I really went there to see.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are amazed by the enthusiasm of the crowd and the guy diving into the audience.


#Person1#: How long have you been washing clothes here?
#Person2#: I started washing here about three years ago.
#Person1#: How come?
#Person2#: I can wash my clothes for less money here.
#Person1#: This is my first time washing clothes here.
#Person2#: What reason are you washing here today?
#Person1#: I can't wash at home because my machine is broken.
#Person2#: Go and get it repaired.
#Person1#: That'll cost too much.
#Person2#: Are you going to continue washing your clothes here for a while?
#Person1#: I have no choice.
#Person2#: Washing clothes at a Laundromat costs a lot less money.

Summary: #Person1# says #Person1# will wash clothes at this Laundromat for a while because #Person1#'s washing machine is broken.


#Person1#: Good morning. My name's Jason Smith.
#Person2#: Ah, good morning, Mr. Smith. Nice to meet you. I'm Peter Anderson from Personnel. Do sit down.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: Now, have you brought your curriculum vitae with you?
#Person1#: Oh, my CV. Yes, here it s. There are three copies.
#Person2#: Have you brought your certificates as well?
#Person1#: No, I haven't. I'm awfully sorry. Can I send them to you?
#Person2#: Yes, that'll be all right. Well, please tell me about your working experience.
#Person1#: I haven't been involved in international business, so I don't have any experiences, but I am diligent and I learn very fast.
#Person2#: OK, so do you think you can make yourself easily understood in English?
#Person1#: Yes, in most circumstances.
#Person2#: Are you available for business travel?
#Person1#: Yes, I am young, and unmarried. So it's no problem for me to travel frequently.
#Person2#: OK. You are good. Hope to see you next time. I'll call you if you get picked for next test.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. I'm looking forward to your call.

Summary: Peter Anderson interviews Jason Smith. Jason does not have any experience in international business but he introduces his other advantages for this job.


#Person1#: Good evening, sir. Are you Mr. Jim Stewart from the States?
#Person2#: Ah, yes, that's right.
#Person1#: Glad to meet you, Mr. Stewart. I'm the guide from Pacific Tour Agency. My name is Zhang Hua.
#Person2#: Hello, I was just looking for the guide.
#Person1#: I'm always at your service, sir. By the way, did you have a pleasant trip?
#Person2#: Not bad. But I've made too many flights these days. I could hardly remember how many take-offs and landings I've been through these three days. I think we all feel a bit tired.
#Person1#: Well, shall we go to the hotel right now? I've already made a reservation for you.
#Person2#: Wonderful. I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible.
#Person1#: So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible. I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning, as we are going to visit the Great Wall.
#Person2#: I am sure we will. Actually, we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder.
#Person1#: Come this way, please. The coach is waiting outside.
#Person2#: Fine, let's go.

Summary: Zhang Hua will get Jim Stewart to the hotel to have a rest after too many flights. They are going to visit the Great Wall tomorrow.


#Person1#: Hello, Mike. What are you doing in this part of London?
#Person2#: Well, in fact I'm looking for a flat round here.
#Person1#: A flat? Do you want to move?
#Person2#: Yes, actually. Believe it or not, Mandy and I are getting married.
#Person1#: It's great. Congratulations. When did you decide?
#Person2#: Only last week. It was when we were staying with her family in Schottland. Now we're trying to find a suitable flat.
#Person1#: It will be great to have you as neighbors. I hope you manage to buy one soon.
#Person2#: We aren't looking for one to buy. We don't have enough money yet. We want to find somewhere to rent.
#Person1#: Yes, of course, that's what we did at first. In fact, in the end my brother lent us some money. That's how we managed to buy ours.
#Person2#: Really? Perhaps I'll talk to my family about it. Now, what about a coffee? There's a good place just around the corner.
#Person1#: What a good idea.

Summary: Mike tells #Person1# he will rent a flat because he's getting married and has not enough money. #Person1# says #Person1#'s brother lent #Person1# some money to buy the flat. Mike will turn to his family as well.


#Person1#: What kind of account do you prefer? Checking account or savings account?
#Person2#: I would like to open a checking account.
#Person1#: Ok, please just fill out this form and show us your ID card.
#Person2#: Here you are.

Summary: #Person1# serves #Person2# to open a checking account.


#Person1#: Forgive the mess in here, we had a party last night. There were a lot of people and they all brought food.
#Person2#: Yeah, I can tell. Well, I guess it's pretty obvious what you'll be doing most of today.

Summary: #Person1# had a party last night and needs to clean up the mess.


#Person1#: Look! Allen has the mike!
#Person2#: I thought he only liked to listen?
#Person1#: That was before he heard Stanley sing! I guess he couldn't stand it anymore, so he decided to give it a try himself! Allen has a really good voice! He sounds like Enrique Iglesias!
#Person2#: And he can move, too! He dances like Ricky Martin!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# admires Allen's voice and dance.


#Person1#: I love your bracelet. When did you get it?
#Person2#: I got it a while ago, but I haven't worn it much. You really like it?
#Person1#: Yeah. It's beautiful. Is it white gold or silver?
#Person2#: It's white gold.
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co. and he let me pick it out.
#Person1#: That's so sweet. What was the occasion?
#Person2#: That's the best part. It wasn't for anything special. He just wanted to buy me something.
#Person1#: You're so lucky. If he bought you something for no special day, I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday.
#Person2#: My birthday is coming up. We'll find out pretty soon.
#Person1#: What do you want?
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind a necklace. I was at the jewelry shop looking around, and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want.
#Person1#: Why not a ring?
#Person2#: I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet.
#Person1#: But you're ready for everything else?
#Person2#: Ahha.

Summary: #Person1# compliments #Person2#'s bracelet. #Person2# says the bracelet is from #Person2#'s boyfriend, but #Person2# is not ready for a ring yet as #Person2#'s birthday gift.


#Person1#: Where were you last night, at exactly nine twenty PM?
#Person2#: nine twenty pm, I couldn't say. I cann't remember.
#Person1#: Are you sure you cann't remember?
#Person2#: I've absolutely certain.
#Person1#: Were you in or out? Can you remember that?
#Person2#: I'm not quite positive. I think I went out at about half pass nine.
#Person1#: Did you see anyone come into the block flats?
#Person2#: No, I didn't.
#Person1#: Sure?
#Person2#: Quite sure.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went out at about 9:30pm and didn't see anyone come into the block flats.


#Person1#: George, is your chicken OK?
#Person2#: It tastes great, but it is really dry. Is your fish all right?
#Person1#: My fish is very dry.
#Person2#: I wonder if they left it sitting around too long before they served it.
#Person1#: That's exactly what I was thinking had happened.
#Person2#: Are your vegetables OK?
#Person1#: The vegetables are kind of mushy.
#Person2#: So are mine. I think they left them cooking too long.
#Person1#: The food here is usually good, so I think that we should tell the waiter that there is a problem.
#Person2#: I think that you are right. Maybe they can give us a free dessert or something.

Summary: #Person1# and George discuss and found the condition of their food is unsatisfying. They want to tell the waiter the problem


#Person1#: Mr. Black, when is the earliest shipment you can make?
#Person2#: In April or early May.
#Person1#: I am afraid shipment by early May would be too late for us. Our customs formalities are quite complicated, and it takes time to distribute the goods to the farmers in our country. The fertilizers must be delivered before April, or else we can't be in time for the spring sowing.
#Person2#: In that case, we will have to improve one month further on the time. Now is Jan. If the fertilizers should be shipped before the end of March, only 2 months are left. The time is too limited.
#Person1#: You understand a timely delivery is very important to us.
#Person2#: All right. You can rest assured that we will do everything possible to advance shipment. The fertilizers will be delivered before April.

Summary: #Person1# thinks the earliest shipment is too late and wants Mr. Black to have the fertilizers delivered before April. Mr.Black assures #Person1# that they will.


#Person1#: International Film Club.
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like some information about the club, please?
#Person1#: Certainly, first of all, you must be over 15. Is that OK?
#Person2#: Yes, that's fine. I'm 16, are you open on Sunday.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, we aren't. When we started we opened from Tuesday to Friday, but now we open from Monday to Saturday. We get more people now.
#Person2#: Oh, OK. What about times?
#Person1#: We open the doors at 7:30 and the film usually starts at 7:45. We close at 11:00 PM.
#Person2#: Is it expensive?
#Person1#: It costs $7. 50 to see each film or you can pay for a month, which is cheaper, $15. 00.
#Person2#: That sounds good. What do I need to do now?
#Person1#: Why don't you come along this week, ask for me? My name is John Smith, my workmate can give me a call if I'm not here.
#Person2#: Great, and where are you?
#Person1#: We're behind the local library building, it's next to the bus station, opposite a bank.
#Person2#: OK, that's fine, thanks.

Summary: John Smith tells #Person2# the International Film Club opens from Monday to Saturday and each film costs $7.5 per film or $15 for a month. John Smith invites #Person2# to come along.


#Person1#: Confronted with difficult questions in an interview, the job-hunters mostly will be at a loss about what to do.
#Person2#: Usually, you cannot prepare for these questions in advance and have to depend on your immediate performance.
#Person1#: Still, there are some rules to follow.
#Person2#: In this case, you should first keep calm and normal to the face.
#Person1#: Don't get nervous and freaked out.
#Person2#: Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation.
#Person1#: There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
#Person2#: Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners.
#Person1#: Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
#Person2#: You should admit your weakness frankly.
#Person1#: Anyway, what really matters is that you have tried your best.
#Person2#: You must have confidence in yourself.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# say that the job-hunters will confront difficult questions in interviews. #Person1# and #Person2# offer some suggestions for better immediate performance.


#Person1#: I'm hungry, let's order up something to eat.
#Person2#: Ok, maybe we can order a soup and a salad from the restaurant down the street.
#Person1#: I was thinking of getting a hamburger, fries and a chocolate sundae.
#Person2#: You eat too much junk food. That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol.
#Person1#: Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind.
#Person2#: It's not only about getting fat or not, it's about being healthy. You could really have some health problems later on.
#Person1#: How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken! Better yet, let's order some hot dogs!
#Person2#: You are a lost cause.

Summary: #Person1# is hungry and wants to order some junk food. #Person2# suggests eating healthier, but #Person1# won't listen.


#Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Chu. Would you like me to brief your schedule for today?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: You are scheduled to meet Mr. Thompson of ABC Company at eleven this morning. Then, you have a lunch appointment with Mr. Li. And this afternoon at four you will attend a press conference.
#Person2#: I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four.
#Person1#: All right. Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you?
#Person2#: Yes, thank you very much. In addition, do you have the marketing proposal ready?
#Person1#: The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning.

Summary: #Person1# briefs Mr. Chu's schedule. Mr. Chu can't attend the press conference so he lets #Person1# cancel it. #Person1# also reports the marketing proposal is being repaired.


#Person1#: How do I make a good impression in the interview?
#Person2#: You should try to put your best foot forward, and be careful of your personal appearance. At least you should get yourself dressed up. Appearance isnt everything, but it's the first thing an interviewer notices about you.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Don't boast and don't be modest.
#Person1#: What do you mean by this? You can't do the two things at the same time.
#Person2#: Appear confident and show the interviewers that you're competent. Don't exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you're talking big.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Try to be natural, alert and interested.
#Person1#: You'Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Good luck to you.

Summary: #Person2# gives #Person1# some suggestions about making a good impression in interviews. #Person1# feels more confident and grateful.


#Person1#: Have you seen the movie Catwoman?
#Person2#: No, not yet. Is it good?
#Person1#: Yes, it's quite amusing, actually. Good plot, and Sharon Stone's in it.
#Person2#: Oh, she's good. She is my favorite! She must be getting on a bit now.
#Person1#: Yeah, but she looks amazing.
#Person2#: So what's the movie about?
#Person1#: Well, it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for. But then she got reincarnated as a cat.
#Person2#: Huh?
#Person1#: I know. Stay with me. She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss. First, though, she had to discover her true cat nature. At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone, who was the real danger in the company. She had actually murdered the boss, who was her husband, and then tried to frame Catwoman for the murder, so everyone thought Catwoman was evil.
#Person2#: I see. Catwoman married the boss?
#Person1#: No. Sharon Stone was married to the boss, who treated her badly, so she killed him. So where was I? OK, so then, at the same time she fell in love with a cop, who was investigating the murder of the boss. Finally, she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature.
#Person2#: Wait a minute, I'm lost. The cop killed the boss?
#Person1#: No, Sharon Stone did.
#Person2#: And Sharon Stone is Catwoman?
#Person1#: Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying?

Summary: #Person1# thinks Catwoman is a good movie. #Person2# asks about the plot. #Person1# describes the plot to #Person2# but #Person2# is not able to follow.


#Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: I ' m making a deposit today.
#Person1#: Cash or check?
#Person2#: I would like to deposit a check.
#Person1#: You need to sign the back.
#Person2#: Okay. Here you go.
#Person1#: Would you like cash back?
#Person2#: Yes, I would.
#Person1#: How much?
#Person2#: Let me get $ 150 back.
#Person1#: Here you go.
#Person2#: Thank you. Have a good one.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# to deposit a check and get $150 back.


#Person1#: I watched a very interesting documentary about plants yesterday evening. It was called unusual plants and looked at several species of plants from around the world which have unusual features.
#Person2#: Really? Tell me about some of the plants they showed.
#Person1#: Well. There was one type of plant that catches insects and eats them.
#Person2#: Is that type of plant found in this country?
#Person1#: No, it isn't. it's a pity, because I'd like to see it in action.
#Person2#: So would i. what other unusual plants did they show?
#Person1#: They showed flowers that only provide their nectar to one type of butterfly or bee. The insect has to be the exact size to get the nectar. Other insects cannot get it. Of course, when the insect molle
#Person2#: That's very specialized. So, the insects and the flowers rely on each other. If one became extinct, the other would too.
#Person1#: That's right. That's one reason why it's so important to protect every species.
#Person2#: I see. The plants that fascinate me most are cacti. I find it amazing that they can survive in such dry desert conditions.
#Person1#: According to the documentary, they have an incredible ability to find water supplies, however small, and then store them without losing much through evaporation.
#Person2#: That's why they often have long roots to find water spines instead of leaves, to reduce water loss.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about some unusual plants in a documentary, including the plant that eats insects and the plant that provides nectar solely for a particular type of bee. #Person2# is most fascinated by cacti's ability to survive in dry conditions.


#Person1#: This is a wonderful pie. Is it homemade?
#Person2#: It is, but I didn't make it. Jack did.
#Person1#: I didn't know your husband cooked.
#Person2#: Every week he makes something wonderful. He makes great fresh bread. Sometimes we give some to our neighbors.
#Person1#: What else does your amazing husband do?
#Person2#: He makes dinner every night.
#Person1#: Really? I don't even know how to fry an egg.
#Person2#: Jack even does the washing. I spend longer hours traveling from my home to my office and spend fewer hours at home. So he doesn't mind.
#Person1#: Yes, our company is a little far from your home. Who does the cleaning?
#Person2#: We both do. That way it only takes a small part of Saturday.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that her husband makes something delicious every week, and makes dinner every night. #Person2# and her husband both do the cleaning.


#Person1#: Hi, I want to see the Terra Cotta Warriors in Xi'an. Could you please remind me when we are arriving at that stop?
#Person2#: Oh. You took the wrong bus. You need to take Bus 151 which goes the opposite direction.
#Person1#: Oh, no! What should I do now?
#Person2#: Don't worry. You can get off at the next stop and walk across the street and take the Bus 151 to the opposite direction.
#Person1#: Ok. How many stops do I have to go?
#Person2#: About 15 stops.
#Person1#: That is a long way to go. It is so kind of you to help me. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: My pleasure.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# took the wrong bus and tells #Person1# how to get to the Terra Cotta Warriors in Xi'an by bus.


#Person1#: Shall we have some soup first?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't like soup. I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with.
#Person1#: Ok, and what about the main course? Which would you rather have fish or meat?
#Person2#: Meat, I think.
#Person1#: Don't you like fish then?
#Person2#: I do, but I want meat.
#Person1#: Shall we have some white wine then?
#Person2#: Yes, but I prefer red wine with meat.
#Person1#: What would you like for dessert?
#Person2#: I just want to have a coffee, I think.
#Person1#: Fine, and after dinner, shall we go to a disco?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'd like to go straight home. I'm very tired.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what to order for dinner.


#Person1#: Darling, I'm going to stop by Bergner's first. It's got some quality stuff. Who knows, some of their dresses might be on sale.
#Person2#: Bergner's?
#Person1#: It's a fairly well known store like Penny's. I need to get something for Lisa's birthday. She's into name brands. Any suggestions?
#Person2#: A Gucci handbag or Calvin Klein T-shirt might be nice. Oh, I have a 15% discount card for Penny's. Let's go ahead and use it. Here it is.
#Person1#: It's wonderful. We can save some money for our home. Oh no, I was supposed to give Helen a call in hour ago. It's already 4:45. I left my phone with her. She must be still waiting for my call.
#Person2#: Use my phone, darling.
#Person1#: OK. Is my telephone number 61199621?
#Person2#: Oh my God! You still don't remember it. It's 61299621. Only the last number is different from mine. Mine is 2.
#Person1#: Don't blame me. I have changed it for only 3 days.
#Person2#: OK, you should write it down on your notebook.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# they need to buy Lisa a gift and #Person2# recommends some brands. Then #Person1# suddenly remembers #Person1# hasn't called Helen who is with #Person1#'s phone and asks #Person2# #Person1#'s telephone number.


#Person1#: This is a nice bar!
#Person2#: Yes, very nice indeed.
#Person1#: Where would you like to sit, Mary?
#Person2#: I would like to sit by the piano so that I can watch the musician play.
#Person1#: Great. That's just what I was thinking.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss where to sit at the bar.


#Person1#: Have you heard who got elected?
#Person2#: No, who won?
#Person1#: Our new President is John McCain.
#Person2#: What? You can't be serious!
#Person1#: I was just as shocked when I found out.
#Person2#: Why would anyone vote for McCain?
#Person1#: The people have spoken.
#Person2#: That's horrible.
#Person1#: If you don't like that, then you're probably going to be mad at what I tell you next.
#Person2#: More bad news?
#Person1#: I was just joking, and Obama is our new President.
#Person2#: Are you serious this time? That's wonderful news.

Summary: #Person1# jokes that John McCain is their new President and #Person2# feels horrible. Finally, #Person1# tells the truth that Obama is their new President.


#Person1#: I think we have had a very pleasant conversation, haven't we?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so too.
#Person1#: Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: Let me think. . . I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee.
#Person1#: I'm sorry we can't now.
#Person2#: I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live.
#Person1#: Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future.
#Person2#: That would work too.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees. Will this company do so?
#Person1#: I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee. We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company.
#Person2#: I understand. Will the company provide training?
#Person1#: Yes, we will, and the staff will have a chance to travel every year.
#Person2#: That's great. Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that their company cannot provide free accommodation and won't pay part of the phone bills for a new employee, but the company provides staff training and travel.


#Person1#: What is that you have there?
#Person2#: Aah! Close your eyes. You aren't supposed to see this.
#Person1#: Ah ha! I caught you. Just let me peek. I won't tell anyone.
#Person2#: You can't peek! This is a surprise.
#Person1#: How about one little hint?
#Person2#: Here's one little hint. If you don't go out right now, this won't be under the tree.
#Person1#: That's a very good hint.
#Person2#: And please shut the door and lock it behind you!

Summary: #Person1# wants to know the surprise #Person2# is preparing. #Person2# gives #Person1# a hint.


#Person1#: What did you think of the movie?
#Person2#: I didn't like it. Not a bit. I couldn't stand the music. Besides the story was so boring that it put me to sleep.
#Person1#: I noticed that, it was not exciting as I expected, but the music was great. I'm always found Jazz. And that movie had a lot of Jazz.
#Person2#: I know. However, Jazz always annoys me. I really don't enjoy music in a movie.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. What kind of movie do you like?
#Person2#: Anything with a lot of action, I like thrillers and chillers.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Well, I enjoy the popcorn and being with you. You're more important than the movie.
#Person1#: Thanks for the sweet words.
#Person2#: Any time.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# both think the movie isn't exciting. #Person1# likes Jazz, while #Person2# thinks Jazz annoys him. #Person2# prefers movies with a lot of action.


#Person1#: How was the movie last night?
#Person2#: I didn't really like it.
#Person1#: Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography.
#Person2#: I found it very disappointing.
#Person1#: She liked the acting, too, because that's what she wanted to see.
#Person2#: I wasn't happy with it.
#Person1#: Nothing is to your satisfaction.

Summary: #Person2# dislikes the movie while Mary likes the photography and the acting.


#Person1#: Another slice of lemon pie.
#Person2#: Oh no. This would be enough. Thank you. So Benny is going abroad. Britain I suppose.
#Person1#: Yes, his company has decided to send him to London to take charge of their branch office. He'll fly there next Friday.
#Person2#: You have such a good son, always doing the right thing at the right time.
#Person1#: Yeah. But the thing that Nancy won't be able to see him for quite a long time worries her a lot.
#Person2#: That is what mothers do, but young folks need to go out to seek their own fortune. I'm sure Nancy will get over it. Oh, it's very late. I have to go now and pick up my granddaughter from her kindergarten. Thank you so much for your invitation. I really enjoyed our talk. Tell Nancy I said hi.
#Person1#: I will. Feel free to come visit us again anytime soon. Bye.

Summary: #Person1#'s son Benny is going to London and #Person1#'s wife Nancy is worried about him. But #Person2# thinks Nancy will get over it. At last, #Person2# is going to pick his granddaughter.


#Person1#: Would you like to have a piece of cake?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I'm on a diet.
#Person1#: Why? You're not fat.
#Person2#: I'm considering entering for the beauty contest this summer, so I must have a slender figure.
#Person1#: Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident.
#Person2#: I'm afraid the judges do not think so. All the beauty contests are for slim girls only.
#Person1#: Well. There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties.
#Person2#: How much do they weigh?
#Person1#: All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg.
#Person2#: But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest.

Summary: #Person2#'s on a diet for a beauty contest. But #Person1# thinks women of all shapes would be beautiful if they're self-confident.


#Person1#: Hi, how are you doing?
#Person2#: Not bad. Actually, I have a cold again, but it's nothing serious. And it's unnecessary to bother the doctor.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. So what are you doing today?
#Person2#: I'm planning an end of the term party. Everybody wants some live music this year. How about you? Are you listening to a CD?
#Person1#: No, that's my brother. He's playing his guitar. He practices every morning.
#Person2#: Hey. Is he free on Saturday? Does he want to play at our party? We need somebody like him.
#Person1#: Are you kidding? He's only 10.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# has a cold again and is planning a party. #Person2# wants #Person1#'s brother to play at the party but he's only 10.


#Person1#: Mister Ewing said we should show up at the conference center at 4 o'clock, right?
#Person2#: Yes, he specially asked us not to be late. Some of the people from our East York branch office are coming and he wants to make a good impression on them. How are you getting there?
#Person1#: I was thinking of taking my car but I think I'm just going to take the underground because there is construction on the highway. What about you?
#Person2#: I'll be taking the underground as well. Why don't we go together? I've been to the conference center only once, and I'm not sure if I can find my way around there.

Summary: To get to the conference centre early, #Person1# and #Person2# decide to take the underground, and #Person2# proposes to go there together.


#Person1#: Here is the wine list, Mike.
#Person2#: I would like some wine.
#Person1#: Yes, what will it be?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I really don't know too much about wine.
#Person1#: May I make a suggestion?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Why don't you ask the waiter for advice?
#Person2#: That will be OK as long as it isn't too expensive.

Summary: #Person1# suggests Mike ask the waiter for wine advice.


#Person1#: So, Fred, what are your plans for after graduation?
#Person2#: Well, I've already got a job waiting for me back in my hometown.
#Person1#: That's cool. Have you already found an apartment to live in?
#Person2#: I'm planning on living with my parents. Won't you?
#Person1#: I couldn't even if I wanted to. My parents told me that if I went home, then I'd have to find my own place.
#Person2#: You mean they're kicking you out?
#Person1#: Not really, they just don't want me living at home. My older sister did that, and she lived at home for seven years. Once she started living at home, it got harder and harder for her to move out.
#Person2#: Well, it's not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life. They said that it's ok if I move back home to begin with, but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so.
#Person1#: My parents just didn't handle my older sister very well, and because of that, they want me to be more independent. They think that it's important that I should learn how to live on my own.
#Person2#: I know I need to learn that myself, but I just don't have the money for it at the moment. Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place.

Summary: Fred has found a job in his hometown and will live with his parents. #Person1#'s parents let #Person1# find #Person1#'s own place because they want #Person1# to be more independent. Fred thinks living at home allows him to save some money.


#Person1#: Can you vouch for me that I was with you yesterday?
#Person2#: Why do I need to do that?
#Person1#: My character is in question. Someone was robbed at work and unless I have an alibi, I'm a suspect.
#Person2#: Oh, my goodness. Who do I need to talk to?
#Person1#: My employer. Can you come in to the office tomorrow?
#Person2#: Absolutely. I think I still have the boarding passes from our flight here somewhere.
#Person1#: That would be the real proof. Didn't we have to show ID to get on the plane?
#Person2#: Since 911 I think every airline requires that the passengers show ID to board.

Summary: #Person1# needs an alibi and asks #Person2# to vouch for #Person1#. #Person2# will come to the office and bring the boarding passes.


#Person1#: This is our first day of class. It's better for us to introduce ourselves to each other. Who would like to begin first? Any volunteers?
#Person2#: I'd like to introduce myself first.
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: My name is Gavin White. I was born and raised in London. After high school, I went to Edinburgh University. I worked for one year to pay for my tuition and then got my Bachelor's degree there. Now I've come here to get my Master's degree. I am glad to meet all of you and I hope we will become good friends.

Summary: #Person1# asks for volunteers to introduce themselves. Gavin White volunteers to introduce himself first.


#Person1#: I want to get a snack at the cafeteria.
#Person2#: What are you going to buy?
#Person1#: I may just get some chips.
#Person2#: I'm probably going to buy something too.
#Person1#: What do you want to get?
#Person2#: I want some sort of candy.
#Person1#: What kind do you want?
#Person2#: I want some chocolate.
#Person1#: What kind of chocolate?
#Person2#: I'm going to get a Snickers or a Kit Kat.
#Person1#: I don't think they sell Kit Kats.
#Person2#: I'll just get a Snickers then.

Summary: #Person1# wants to get a snack at the cafeteria. #Person2# also wants to go and they discuss what to buy.


#Person1#: Hello. Is everything OK, there?
#Person2#: I'm having a little trouble with this form.
#Person1#: What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: There are two types of L / C here and I'm not sure which one I want.
#Person1#: That's right, there's'revocable'and'irrevocable'. We usually go for the irrevocable one, it's the most popular.
#Person2#: So, I should choose that one?
#Person1#: I would recommend it, yes. Then you just need to complete that form.
#Person2#: I see. It's very nice of you to help me. Is this form alright?
#Person1#: Yes, that's all in order. Let's get this processed for you, then.

Summary: #Person2# is not sure which type of L/C to choose on a form. #Person1# recommends choosing the irrevocable one.


#Person1#: Did I do well on my test?
#Person2#: Do you want to know the honest answer?
#Person1#: Why wouldn't I want to know?
#Person2#: You had pretty bad scores.
#Person1#: Exactly what do you mean by bad?
#Person2#: You failed.
#Person1#: How'd I fail it?
#Person2#: There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass.
#Person1#: What did I do wrong?
#Person2#: To sum it all up, you really just don't know how to drive.
#Person1#: Thanks. Will I be able to take a retest?
#Person2#: Sure you can, in about two and a half weeks.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# didn't pass the driving test but that #Person1# can take a retest.


#Person1#: Do you have any questions for me?
#Person2#: Yes, I've applied for the post of sales assistant here, but I really care about if there are chances of promotion in the company.
#Person1#: Yes, we're growing all the time and if you are prepared to move, there are jobs at other branches.
#Person2#: Great. And in the job description, can you tell me something about your working hours?
#Person1#: Sure, because we open our book shops in the evenings as well as during the day, we ask staff when they prefer to work. Look at this time table, it says here we have a member whose name is Julia. She works 3 hours in the morning and then 2 hours in the evening.

Summary: #Person2# has applied for the post of the sales assistant. #Person1# answers #Person2#'s questions about promotion and working hours.


#Person1#: Good Morning, Room Service. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to have supper in my room, please.
#Person1#: OK, Sir. We offer different types of cuisine, Chinese, American, French and Italian, which one would you prefer?
#Person2#: The first, please. What would I have for supper then?
#Person1#: Rice, chicken, tomato and egg soup, and some lettuce.
#Person2#: That will be fine. When can I get it, please?
#Person1#: Within 20 minutes. May I have your name and room number, please?
#Person2#: Sure. It's Adam Green, in room 408.
#Person1#: Let me repeat your order. Mr. Green, in room 408. Rice, chicken, beef, tomato and egg soup and some lettuce for supper. Right?
#Person2#: Oh, no beef.
#Person1#: OK.

Summary: Adam Green calls room service and orders Chinese cuisine for supper in his room with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Good morning. This is Peter Brown of IMA computers. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Hello. I'd like to order some computer monitors.
#Person1#: Yes. Which ones?
#Person2#: The order number is C106.
#Person1#: How many do you need?
#Person2#: Three hundred, please.
#Person1#: One moment. Yes, we can supply them.
#Person2#: Could you send them by July 21st, please?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Good, thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you. Good-bye.
#Person2#: Good-bye.

Summary: #Person2# orders 300 computer monitors from #Person1# and asks to send by July 21st.


#Person1#: Do you have any experience working with a computer?
#Person2#: Yes. I have been a data entry operator for three years.
#Person1#: What kind of software can you use?
#Person2#: I have working knowledge of Windows and Dos. Actually, I'm quite familiar with both Java and C Programming Languages.
#Person1#: Do you have any other computer qualifications?
#Person2#: I have an NCRE certificate, GRADE 2.
#Person1#: Do you know how to use a PC to process the management information?
#Person2#: I'm sorry to say I'm not familar with processing management information, but I'm sure I could learn quite quickly. It can't be too difficult, and I've got a quick mind. I can handle any problem you give me.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# has an experience working with computer and an NCRE certificate but not familiar with processing management information.


#Person1#: Excuse me, would you like to be our guide?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: It's our first time to be here, so would you please arrange a schedule for us?
#Person2#: With pleasure. I think we should go to the palace first.
#Person1#: When was the palace built?

Summary: #Person2# would like to be #Person1#'s guide and arranges a schedule.


#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Could I check out this book?
#Person1#: Let me see your library card.
#Person2#: I need to get one.
#Person1#: You can apply for one right now, if you'd like.
#Person2#: Okay. Let me do that right now.
#Person1#: Could you fill out this application?
#Person2#: I'm finished. Here you go.
#Person1#: Could you please sign the back of the card?
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: That's it.
#Person2#: Now may I check this book out?

Summary: #Person2# applies for a library card with #Person1#'s assistance and wants to check out a book.


#Person1#: Are you interested in history?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I enjoyed studying it at school, though I had trouble remembering all the dates, so my teacher never gave me good marks.
#Person1#: I love history, but I've always thought that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened.
#Person2#: I wish you had been my history teacher! I might have got better marks!
#Person1#: Some people say that history repeats itself.
#Person2#: What does that mean? The same events never happen twice, do they?
#Person1#: The idea is that the people and dates change, but the reason why things happen stay the same.
#Person2#: I see. I think I'd agree with that statement. People often seem to make the same mistakes over and over again.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# both love history. They agree that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened and history repeats itself.


#Person1#: ok, so what have you got in store for me tonight?
#Person2#: I'm really sorry, Ethan. I tried so hard, but I'm afraid I could't find a Dutch restaurant in town. The best I could do was a German one about 15 minutes from here.
#Person1#: what? I don't understand.
#Person2#: I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food?
#Person1#: Oh! Ha-ha! That's not what I mean when I said 'go Dutch'!
#Person2#: Huh? What were you talking about, then?
#Person1#: 'going Dutch' means to split the bill, silly!
#Person2#: ohhh. . . that makes so much more sense! Ha-ha. Well, great, I don't like German food anyway!

Summary: #Person2# apologizes to Ethan for not finding a Dutch restaurant. Ethan thinks it funny and explains the true meaning of 'go Dutch'.


#Person1#: What qualities do you think a senior executive should possess?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, he needs creativity, the ability to communicate, sense of personal responsibilities, the ability to solve problems and so on.
#Person1#: Do you have all these qualities?
#Person2#: Yes, I have all of them. I am totally competent to be a senior executive.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has all of the qualities of a senior executive.


#Person1#: Dad, can you take me shopping this weekend? I need to find a dress.
#Person2#: The big dance is this weekend? Wow, sure, I can do that. When is it?
#Person1#: It's at the end of the month.
#Person2#: Wow, I cannot believe you were almost done with high school. I still remember your first day of kindergarten.
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm not so little anymore. I'm heading off at college at the end of the summer.
#Person2#: Don't remind me. I'm really going to miss you.
#Person1#: Ah, thanks, dad.

Summary: #Person1# wants her dad to take her shopping to buy a dress for the high school big dance. Her dad is nostalgic about her growth.


#Person1#: Do you have some good ideas of losing weight?
#Person2#: First of all, you should pay attention to what you eat. Don't eat too much food with high calories, such as chocolate, ice cream and the like.
#Person1#: Any more?
#Person2#: Stay away from fried foods. Fried foods are fried in oil or fat.
#Person1#: Got it.
#Person2#: Do not be a couch potato. You should do more exercise.
#Person1#: Well, it seems that I should do some jogging from tomorrow on.

Summary: #Person2# suggests #Person1# have less food with high calories and fried foods and to exercise more to lose weight.


#Person1#: Julia, why have you prepared a candlelight dinner? Anything special to celebrate? Did you get a promotion?
#Person2#: Honey, don't tell me that you forgot our anniversary, did you?
#Person1#: Oh, my dear, how can I forget such an important day? I was just kidding. Look at this box.
#Person2#: What's in it?
#Person1#: Have a guess.
#Person2#: A necklace?
#Person1#: No.
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: Open it now.
#Person2#: Oh, my god. A diamond brooch. It's so beautiful. You're so kind to me, A. Thank you!
#Person1#: You're welcome, honey. I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future.

Summary: Julia has prepared a candlelight dinner for the anniversary. #Person1# sends her a diamond brooch as a present. Julia's happy.


#Person1#: Want to go with me to get some pizza, Sophie?
#Person2#: No, Black. I'm waiting for a package to be delivered.
#Person1#: This is why I hate shopping online. It would be faster to just get what you want from the store. Now you have to sit here all day. Isn't Mom home?
#Person2#: No, Mom went to work.
#Person1#: Just download an app to keep track of your package. You can just come back when you get a delivery notice.
#Person2#: No, thanks, Mr. Bossy. Even if they leave the package for a short time, someone could steal it.
#Person1#: Goodness! You just don't want to be seen with your little brother!
#Person2#: It's not that. I really did plan to stay home and wait for this package. Why don't we just have pizza delivered?
#Person1#: Great. More waiting.

Summary: Black suggests going to get some pizza but Sophie's waiting for a package. They finally decide to have the pizza delivered.


#Person1#: Bye, mom!
#Person2#: Wait, Jimmy, it's cold outside. Put a hat on!
#Person1#: OK. Bye!
#Person2#: No, wait, you will be too cold without mittens.
#Person1#: Alright. See ya!
#Person2#: Hold on, with that wind, you're going to catch a cold. Wear this scarf.
#Person1#: Ok, see you after school. . .
#Person2#: Oh. . . and ear muffs! Put these on. . . here we go.
#Person1#: Mom?
#Person2#: Yes, honey. . .
#Person1#: I. . . I can't breathe.

Summary: Jimmy is leaving for school but his mother insists on adding clothes to him until he is out of breath.


#Person1#: Welcome to ABC electronics. First, let me go over what we do in the department during a typical workday.
#Person2#: Ok. I understand that we basically work form 8: 30 to 5:30 with an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1, right?
#Person1#: That's right, although we do expect you to do a little overtime if there's something important to do. The lunch break is flexible. You can go a little earlier or a little later if you prefer.
#Person2#: That's fine. Is it OK to have a coffee break during the working day?
#Person1#: Of course. The main thing is that all our work must be completed on schedule. We even allow our employee to go home early if they finish their work early.
#Person2#: How often do you have meetings?
#Person1#: You should attend a department meeting every Monday morning. There are other meetings for people working together on certain projects. Department heads also attend an interdepartmental meeting each wee
#Person2#: I'Ve met some of my colleagues already. I'm sure we'll get on well together.
#Person1#: You are entitled to a company car. Have you seen it yet?
#Person2#: I was told to take a look at it this afternoon and take care of all the paperwork.
#Person1#: Ok. This is your cubicle. At first, you'll be responsible to me. Later, you'll be working more independently.
#Person2#: That's fine. I need to learn how you do things here first. Salaries are paid directly in to our bank account, aren't they?
#Person1#: That's right. Make sure you give the accounts department all your bank account details as soon as possible.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about the company's daily routine during a typical workday and explains the frequency of meetings and tells #Person2# #Person2#'s entitled to a company car. #Person1# shows #Person2# #Person2#'s office and tells #Person2# how the salaries are paid.


#Person1#: Good morning, Passport, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Ah, thank you. Please bring your luggage here for inspection.
#Person2#: Ok. But is there anything wrong?
#Person1#: It's just a regular inspection. Do you have anything to declare?
#Person2#: I've got 6 packets of cigarettes and 2 bottles of champagne. Besides, I have two cameras, one is for my own use, and the other is a gift.
#Person1#: Well, the cigarettes and the champagne are not in excess of the duty-free allowance. But according to our law, each passenger is allowed only one camera duty-free. You'll have to pay duty for the other one.
#Person2#: Ok. Where shall I pay duty for it?
#Person1#: Please wait a minute. I'll make out the duty memo. . . Here you are. Take this and pay to the woman over there.
#Person2#: I've paid for it. Here's the receipt.
#Person1#: Very well. I hope you'll enjoy your stay in America.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# is doing a regular inspection for #Person2#'s luggage. #Person1# asks #Person2# to declare and pay for the other camera because it is in excess of the duty-free allowance in America.


#Person1#: It's a wonderful party, Joan, The food, the drink, the atmosphere. . . Everyone is enjoying himself.
#Person2#: Thanks to your help. To our friendship.
#Person1#: Bottoms up! By the way what kind of entertainment are we gonna have?
#Person2#: Dancing. The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us.
#Person1#: Oh, how wonderful! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys.
#Person2#: I'll surely make introductions for them.

Summary: #Person1# and Joan are having fun at the party, and they're going to dance.


#Person1#: Make yourself at home.My house is always open to you.
#Person2#: I've been looking forward to seeing you.
#Person1#: Would you care for a drink?
#Person2#: Just a cup of soda for me,please.
#Person1#: What are you going to do next month?
#Person2#: I'm thinking of going to Europe.
#Person1#: Oh,really? And what are you going to do there?
#Person2#: Oh,I think I'll just travel around for a while
#Person1#: Lucky you!

Summary: #Person2# is being a guest at #Person1#'s home. #Person2# tells #Person1# next month #Person2#'s traveling to Europe.


#Person1#: Great! This supermarket has everything. I hope these will come to under 75 dollars. Because I don't have much money left.
#Person2#: That comes to 75 dollars and 5 cents.
#Person1#: I knew it. I knew I'd be short of money.
#Person2#: Well, don't worry about the 5 cents. 75 dollars is OK! Have a nice day! Well, thank you. See you again!

Summary: #Person2# only asks #Person1# to pay 75 dollars for goods #Person1# bought.


#Person1#: Please tell me how to file things according to the concerned rules.
#Person2#: Well, all right. There are four points you should keep in mind when you file documents, information and other things.
#Person1#: What are they?
#Person2#: They are, keep the documents in chronological order, remove all the chips and pins, punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder.
#Person1#: And what is the most important point?
#Person2#: You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule.

Summary: #Person2# introduces to #Person1# how to file things according to the concerned rules.


#Person1#: Ali! What's the matter? Can't you wake up this morning?
#Person2#: I was up late last night. My friend had a party. I only slept about four hours.
#Person1#: Why didn't you stay in bed this morning?
#Person2#: I have to meet my study group at the library. We have a big text next week.
#Person1#: A big text? Why didn't you study last night instead of going to the party?
#Person2#: Oh, it's OK. I studied a lot before the party.
#Person1#: Maybe that's not a good idea. I read a report. It said that if you don't get enough sleep after you study, you may forget 30% of what you've studied!

Summary: Ali was up late last night and has to meet the study group this morning, so Ali doesn't get enough sleep.


#Person1#: How do you do. I'm Mark Ralcorp.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: May I know your name, please?
#Person2#: I'm Rose Teller. I think I've seen you somewhere before?
#Person1#: Ah, yes. I remember now. Were you Mr. John's dinner partner last month?
#Person2#: Yes, I was. You work for 3M, right?
#Person1#: I did but now I'm for Microsoft. How are things with you?
#Person2#: Good.
#Person1#: May I know what you do? I'm a fashion designer. Next month, I have a fashion show. I'd love it if come. I can get you a couple of tickets. So you can bring a friend if you like.
#Person2#: Sure. That would be great. Good luck.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: Mark Ralcorp and Rose Teller recollect the time they met and they introduce themselves to each other. Mark invites Rose to a fashion show.


#Person1#: You must like to dance, right.
#Person2#: I'd love to. Do you often come here to dance?
#Person1#: Yes, I like the old style dance, such as waltz , rumba and so on. They are quite graceful.
#Person2#: You are waltzing quite wonderfully. It's great to dance with a experience and talent partner.
#Person1#: Thank you for saying. I think you are light on your toes too. Oh, the music starts again, would you like to have another dance, miss?
#Person2#: Ok, that would be great. Do you like modern dance? I don't care for it.
#Person1#: Neither do I. I don't like any kind of modern dances all.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are dancing. #Person1# likes old-style dance. They both don't like modern dance.


#Person1#: Miss, please give something to drink.
#Person2#: Excuse me, sir. What kind of drink do you want?
#Person1#: Do you have whisky?
#Person2#: Yes, but you have to pay for it.
#Person1#: Well, in that case please give me some free drink.
#Person2#: Wait a minute, I will bring you some juice.

Summary: #Person1# wants some free drink and #Person2# will bring him some juice.


#Person1#: So people can go and root for their old school team?
#Person2#: Yep. And relive those good old high school days.
#Person1#: You don't sound too excited about going to your reunion.
#Person2#: I'm not. I get a stomachache just thinking about it.
#Person1#: Are you nervous about meeting up with your ex, Femi?
#Person2#: Ouch, that hurts, did you have to mention her name?

Summary: #Person1# finds #Person2# doesn't sound excited and guesses it's because of #Person2# ex, Femi.


#Person1#: Hi, Charlie! What are you reading?
#Person2#: Hi, bob. I'm reading a biography?
#Person1#: Who's it about?
#Person2#: It's about Bob Dylan.
#Person1#: Who is he?
#Person2#: He's a famous American musician.
#Person1#: Who's the author?
#Person2#: It was written by Howard Sounes.
#Person1#: What do you think about it?
#Person2#: It's great! I've learned a lot from reading it.
#Person1#: Can I read it when you're done?
#Person2#: Sure, bob! I'm on chapter 12 now, so I'm almost finished.
#Person1#: How many chapters does the book have?
#Person2#: There are 15 chapters in total.
#Person1#: When do you think you'll have finished reading it?
#Person2#: I should be done by Friday. I'll give it to you in class then.
#Person1#: Thanks. Charlie!
#Person2#: No problem. Bob.

Summary: Charlie is reading a biography about Bob Dylan, a famous American musician. He thinks the book is great and promises to lend it to Bob by Friday.


#Person1#: Will they send me a form telling me that I have been granted unemployment?
#Person2#: A Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter will be sent to you.
#Person1#: What information will be in that letter?
#Person2#: The Award Letter will inform you as to how much you will receive.
#Person1#: What other forms will I need to turn in?
#Person2#: Every two weeks you will receive a Continued Claim Form that you must turn in.
#Person1#: What will they be asking me on that form?
#Person2#: You must show that you were available and that you looked for work.
#Person1#: What else will they ask me?
#Person2#: One of the questions they ask you is if you were well enough to work.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# will be informed #Person1# has been granted unemployment by letter. Also, #Person1# needs to turn in a Continued Claim Form every two weeks.


#Person1#: Where can I find information on this subject?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. Let's look up the catalogue.
#Person1#: Will you give some advice on this experiment?
#Person2#: I advise that step be taken in power supply first.
#Person1#: What's his suggestion for this work?
#Person2#: His suggestion is that the work be started at once.
#Person1#: The way I see it is that they'd join us.
#Person2#: I think so too.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss an experiment. #Person1# asks #Person2# for suggestions.


#Person1#: I haven't seen you for a long time. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I went to New York to visit my sister and stayed there for two months. Actually, I really went to meet my new nephew.
#Person1#: That's great! How old is he?
#Person2#: Well. He was five months old when I got there. And he could possibly be the most beautiful baby I have ever seen.
#Person1#: What did you do in your sister's home?
#Person2#: I helped the baby and played with him a lot, which was nice. But what I enjoyed most was feeding him.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went to New York to see #Person2#'s new nephew and helped babysit him.


#Person1#: That is the most boring, typical gift in the world!
#Person2#: I know. But this year I want to get him an interesting tie. Like this one.
#Person1#: That's not exactly a conversation piece. It's so plain.
#Person2#: It's perfect! It's a Dilbert tie!
#Person1#: The diagonal black and red stripes are really conservative though. . .
#Person2#: But watch this. . . it bends upwards, just like Dilbert's tie. There's a wire inside.
#Person1#: A fly-away tie! What a riot!

Summary: #Person2# thinks a Dilbert tie is an interesting gift while #Person1# disagrees.


#Person1#: Is this the first time you've come to our city, Mr. Ross?
#Person2#: Correct. I have expected to visit here for a long time. So fortunate for me, I can realize this expectation and meet you, Arden, and your kind-hearted staff in your company.
#Person1#: I am so honored to hear that. Well, after staying here for several days, you must have some ideas about our company. We have been in the clothes field for many years, and yours brand is also well-known in the country. How about our cooperation?
#Person2#: That is one of reasons why I am here now. I am really willing to have some cooperation with your company.
#Person1#: We intend to establish business relationship with your company on the basis of equality and mutual benefit.

Summary: Mr. Ross hopes that his brand and Arden's clothing company will start business cooperation. Arden welcomes the cooperation based on equality and mutual benefit.


#Person1#: May I help you find something, sir?
#Person2#: I'm looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend. I have an idea of what she likes, but I want to surprise her with something special, too.
#Person1#: We have all shapes, sizes, qualities and price ranges, do you know about the four Cs of picking a diamond?
#Person2#: I think so. Aren't the four Cs, cut, clarity, carat and color.
#Person1#: You've got it. Tell me a little bit about what you might be wanted.
#Person2#: Well, my price range is a 5, 000 dollars to 7, 000 dollars, I'm looking for a marquise cut on the wide band.
#Person1#: You have good taste. Let my show you what I have.

Summary: #Person2# is looking for an engagement ring with marquise cut and between $5000 and $7000. #Person2# shows the rings.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, ma'am. Can I help you find anything?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm just looking.
#Person1#: We have a special on these skirts this week. Would you like to try one on?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't need any skirts.
#Person1#: How about a blouse? This one here is the latest fashion.
#Person2#: No, thank you.
#Person1#: Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you.
#Person2#: No doubt. Look, I'm just browsing. If I need your help, I'll let you know.
#Person1#: Take a look at this dress! Don't you think it's perfect for you, ma'am? Uh, where are you going, ma'am? Ma'am?

Summary: #Person2#'s browsing in a store and #Person1# badgers her trying to sell different kinds of clothes. #Person2# impatiently leaves.


#Person1#: Hello, this is Dr. Cook's clinic. May I speak to Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: This is he.
#Person1#: Dr. Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested. Could you make it a quarter to two?
#Person2#: All right.

Summary: #Person1# calls Mr. Smith to reschedule an appointment.


#Person1#: Did you put this morning's faxes on my desk? I'm waiting for some urgent faxes from headquarters, I'm pretty sure they came in last night.
#Person2#: Everything that came in off the fax machine last night is all on your desk. But I noticed that some of the faxes came through pretty blurred. Maybe you can take a look at them. If the copy is unreadable, I'll call them and ask them to relax.
#Person1#: Yeah, you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed. These copies are so dark, I can't make out any of the words.
#Person2#: What about that one?
#Person1#: This one? This one is so light I can barely read it. How can that be?
#Person2#: You know, I think the fax machine is out of toner, I can change the toner cartridge. That should solve the problem.
#Person1#: Yes, but this one will have to be re-faxed as well. And look, there's about three pages missing! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes, and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light, they're unreadable!
#Person2#: I guess the fax machine is out of paper, too. Don't worry, I'll have someone look at it this afternoon, and in the meantime, I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine.

Summary: #Person1# is waiting for some urgent faxed from headquarters, but all the documents are unreadable because the fax machine is out of toner and paper. #Person2# will have someone look at the fax machine and refax the faxes this afternoon.


#Person1#: What does Human Resources Department do?
#Person2#: Hiring, firing, training, insurances, benefits, retirement plans, salary, vacation.
#Person1#: They take care of a lot of things.
#Person2#: But most of time, they provide assistances.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person, they will request HR to find candidates.
#Person1#: Yes?
#Person2#: The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates. HR will also be involved with the interview, but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate.
#Person1#: I see.

Summary: #Person2# answers #Person1# the functions of the Human Resource Department and #Person2# tells #Person1# examples.


#Person1#: Jenny, are you having a good time?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. This is a really wonderful party with interesting people and great food.
#Person1#: I'm glad you are enjoying yourself.
#Person2#: Thank you for the invitation.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. Can I get you another glass of champagne?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd love another glass. You're a wonderful host. Thank you for everything.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure having you here.

Summary: Jenny had a good time at #Person1#'s party and she thanks #Person1#.


#Person1#: Morning, Mary. I haven't seen you in a long time. What's up?
#Person2#: Oh, I took up a new hobby.
#Person1#: So you don't travel a lot now?
#Person2#: No, Frank. I'm much more interestcd in collecting stamps now.
#Person1#: It's certainly a popular hobby. I know a lot of people love stamps.
#Person2#: It certainly is. It's so much fun.
#Person1#: I believe collecting stamps has something similar to traveling right?
#Person2#: Absolutely. Through all kinds of stamps I am able to learn about the world.
#Person1#: Well, every stamp has a story to tell.
#Person2#: You're right. And I also meet many new friends while collecting stamps.
#Person1#: Good.
#Person2#: Sometimes we even spend hours discussing our collcctions.
#Person1#: There's a lot to share when you have a common interest.
#Person2#: Yes, it's really amazing. I got to go now. I'm meeting with some other collectors.
#Person1#: Ok, good luck. See you
#Person2#: See you, Frank.

Summary: Mary tells Frank that she likes collecting stamps instead of traveling. Mary learns about the world by collecting stamps.


#Person1#: Hello, is this the ABC company?
#Person2#: Yes, may I help you?
#Person1#: We have just arrived from Tokyo only... looking for a reserve car of your company. All of above, we cannot find it.
#Person2#: What is your reservation number?
#Person1#: Our reservation number is J - 221.
#Person2#: Let me see. Oh, yes, we have your reservation number.
#Person1#: You mean you haven ' t arranged any car?
#Person2#: I ' m sorry to say no.
#Person1#: Here I ' ll take taxi instead, how do you refund us?

Summary: #Person1# reserved a car from ABC company but #Person2# hasn't arranged any car. #Person1# asks for a refund.


#Person1#: You want to argue your ticket today?
#Person2#: Yes. That is why I'm here.
#Person1#: Tell me your argument.
#Person2#: I was pulled over for allegedly speeding.
#Person1#: Are you sure you weren't speeding?
#Person2#: To be honest, I really wasn't.
#Person1#: What speed were you going?
#Person2#: I was under the speed limit. I was going 35, when the speed limit was 40.
#Person1#: I'm just going to let you go, since the arresting officer isn't here.
#Person2#: What about my ticket? Do I still need to pay?
#Person1#: Don't worry about it.
#Person2#: I'm so glad for your help.

Summary: #Person2# argues the ticket for allegedly speeding and claims #Person2# wasn't speeding. #Person1# revokes #Person2#'s ticket.


#Person1#: Dan, Dan, dude. You have to come over to my house right now!
#Person2#: Is everything OK?
#Person1#: Just get over here! Come in! Quickly!
#Person2#: So, since when is your house a bank?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I mean, what's up with the locks and iron bars on your windows.
#Person1#: Security, Dan, security! You can never be too safe you know! A lot of sickos out there. Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window.
#Person2#: What's the matter with you? Why are you acting all paranoid?
#Person1#: Paranoid? I'm not paranoid! I'm cautious! You see Dan, we have to be on guard at all time! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you! Telemarketers, solicitors, even your bank! They have way too much information! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis.
#Person2#: OK, well, what did you want to see me about?
#Person1#: You are being watched! Be careful Dan! Be careful!

Summary: Dan finds #Person1#'s house is guarded like a bank. #Person1# thinks people can never be too safe and asks Dan to be careful. Dan thinks #Person1# is paranoid.


#Person1#: So, you friend's getting married on Saturday. What have you bought her as a wedding gift. I find is so hard to choose the right gift.
#Person2#: My friend and her fiance had a really good idea. They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook. The picture are of things they want. People sign their name by the item they will buy.
#Person1#: That's clever! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there's no chance of two people buying the same gift. What things were in the notebook?
#Person2#: Most of the things were household appliance. You know, everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker. I think it's an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help them set up home.
#Person1#: So, what did you get them?
#Person2#: I bought a sewing machine. I know that my friend likes making her own clothes, but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems.
#Person1#: What's wrong with it?
#Person2#: She says that after several years of use, it's not working properly. When she uses it, it makes a funny noise.
#Person1#: Household appliance don't seem to last for a long time nowadays.
#Person2#: I think it's because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models. Because they know that we will buy the new models, the appliances don't need to last more than five or ten years at most.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s friend and her fiance thought of a good idea to prevent people from buying the same gift. #Person2# says that most of the things that the couple wants are household appliance and #Person2# bought a sewing machine for them.


#Person1#: Did you go out yesterday evening?
#Person2#: Yes, we went to the Tianjin sports center to watch a women volleyball game between Tianjin and US. The US team was led by Lang Ping, the former coach of the Chinese national team.
#Person1#: How was the game?
#Person2#: It's very exciting, we enjoyed it very much, but we missed the first 30 minutes.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: We took a wrong bus, so we were late for the game. We got there at 7:30.
#Person1#: That's too bad.

Summary: #Person1# asks about yesterday evening. #Person2# watched a volleyball game but missed the first 30 minutes.


#Person1#: Waitress, can I have the bill, please?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. How would you like to pay the bill, sir?
#Person1#: Do you accept credit cards?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. But we only accept American Express, Master card and Visa. What kind do you have?
#Person1#: Master card. Here you go.
#Person2#: Wait a moment, please.

Summary: #Person1# wants to pay the bill and is served by #Person2#.


#Person1#: I have made up my mind. I am getting a tattoo.
#Person2#: Really? Are you sure?
#Person1#: Yeah! Why not? They are trendy and look great! I want to get a dragon on my arm or maybe a tiger on my back.
#Person2#: Yeah but, it is something that you will have forever! They use indelible ink that can only be removed with laser treatment. On top of all that, I have heard it hurts a lot!
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Of course! They use this machine with a needle that pokes your skin and inserts the ink.
#Person1#: Oh, I didn't know that! I thought they just paint it on your skin or something.
#Person2#: I think you should reconsider and do some more research about tattoos. Also, find out where the nearest tattoo parlor is and make sure they used sterilized needles, and that the place is hygienic.
#Person1#: Maybe I should just get a tongue piercing!

Summary: #Person1# wants a tattoo because it's trendy. #Person2# tells #Person1# that either getting a tattoo or removing it hurts a lot, which changes #Person1# 's mind.


#Person1#: Thank you for calling Ellen Jay's bookstore, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like to buy the newly released book, Back to Nature, it was reviewed in today's newspaper. I don't remember how to get to your store, though. Is it on fourteenth. Street or sixteenth Street? I'm going to stop by your store on my way home.
#Person1#: Neither, we're located on seventeenth Street, and you need to walk 3 blocks down. However, we're closing in 5 minutes, you will have to come tomorrow, instead. We are open at 9:00 o'clock AM.

Summary: #Person2# wants to buy the newly released book, Back to Nature. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the bookstore's business hours and location.


#Person1#: Dad, what will we have for dinner?
#Person2#: I don't know. Maybe fried fish, chicken soup and...
#Person1#: Oh, no. We've had such things since Mom's gone.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. But that is the only thing I can cook. What do you want to have then?
#Person1#: I'd like to go to McDonald's this time.
#Person2#: OK then. You'll drive, will you?
#Person1#: No, I'm a bit tired today. You do that, please.
#Person2#: OK, OK. I always do things like that ... Ah, here we are.
#Person1#: Dad, what do you want to have? I'd like a hamburger.
#Person2#: Hamburger, salad, coke and apple pie. Is that all right for you, Tom?
#Person1#: Right, and fetch me an ice-cream, too. I'll go and find the seats.
#Person2#: And I'll get some vegetable for myself, and a coffee... Oh, I'm afraid we'll have to do some packing.

Summary: Tom tells his father that he likes to have McDonald instead of the food his father cooks for dinner. Tom finds the seats and his father orders food.


#Person1#: You must be Kelly. Thanks for coming. It's hard to find a good babysitter on a Friday night.
#Person2#: I like watching kids, and I need the extra money. I'd like to talk to you about my new rate increases.

Summary: #Person1# thanks Kelly for coming as a babysitter. Kelly wants a raise.


#Person1#: My pal, you are so nervous recently. You don't need to be like that.
#Person2#: I am worried about that Arden will display all my drawbacks in the performance review. That will be embarrassing.
#Person1#: Just use your head. If you were definitely making some big mistakes, you would be informed.
#Person2#: I had a nightmare last night and I dreamt Arden told me that my performance fell short of his expectation. I was terrified to wake up after hearing that.
#Person1#: That is merely a dream. Remember, there is always room for us to have further improvement. I think we did the good job in the whole period.
#Person2#: I know what you are talking about. The performance evaluation process starts from the day we're hired. There is no surprise during the actual review.

Summary: #Person2# is nervous about the performance evaluation from Arden. #Person1# comforts #Person2# and thinks they did a good job in the whole period.


#Person1#: Great. The bed is exactly what I have been looking for!
#Person2#: You have good taste. It's made of red wood.
#Person1#: Oh, I like red wood. How much do you charge for it?
#Person2#: 300 dollars.
#Person1#: That's sheer robbery!
#Person2#: Believe me, it's worth the price.
#Person1#: It's more than I can afford. Can I make an offer?
#Person2#: How much are you willing to pay?
#Person1#: Shall we make it 250 dollars?
#Person2#: No. That price would hardly cover the cost.
#Person1#: What about 260 dollars?
#Person2#: 275 dollars is the lowest price I can offer.
#Person1#: It's a deal.

Summary: #Person1# likes the bed but thinks it's expensive. #Person1# bargains with #Person2# and finally takes it with 275 dollars.


#Person1#: The idea about Friday the Thirteenth is totally ridiculous. I don't believe it at all.
#Person2#: Maybe you can't be so sure.
#Person1#: Why not? The whole idea is superstitious. But some people use this occasion to create trouble. Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth.
#Person2#: I know that. But that has nothing to do with being unlucky. Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people.

Summary: #Person1# thinks Friday the Thirteen is superstitious but some people this occasion to create trouble. #Person2# disagrees.


#Person1#: How is your new car?
#Person2#: Perfect. Couldn't be better.
#Person1#: Why do you say so? Can I see your new car?
#Person2#: Of course you can. ( Lead Carl to his garage. )
#Person1#: Wow, this new car is dynamite! It is a shiny, beautiful car.
#Person2#: My car is simply a daisy. It drives smoothly.
#Person1#: The car has very sleek lines. I love it.
#Person2#: I am glad to hear that. I'm really pleased with it.
#Person1#: You made a good choice.

Summary: #Person2# says #Person2#'s new car is perfect and shows #Person1# the car. #Person1# likes it.


#Person1#: Welcome! Welcome to Little Italy. We're the most Italian family here!
#Person2#: So I've heard. That's why I'm having such a great time.
#Person1#: If I hadn't married an Italian man, I probably wouldn't be pregnant so often. And maybe I could raise pigs instead of bambinos!
#Person2#: Huh? Um. . . well, it's nice to see that some people still have big families.
#Person1#: It is nice, but it would be nicer if my macho husband would get off his tush and help me. Ha-ha. . . Have this. It's from Italy!

Summary: #Person2# has fun in the Little Italy. #Person1#, the hostess, complains about having too many children.


#Person1#: There's so much to do and so little time.
#Person2#: I know. Did your mom double check on the church reservations?
#Person1#: Yes. We're going to be married in my hometown church, the first minute of the new millennium!
#Person2#: OK. . . and what about the buffet and the cake? Did your mom call the caterer?
#Person1#: All set. And we're having a red bean cake and dim sum for the Taiwanese guests, just like your mom wanted.
#Person2#: Great. She'll be so happy.

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# if their wedding preparation is all set up as each other's mother expects.


#Person1#: Were you able to attend Friday night's basketball game?
#Person2#: I was unable to make it.
#Person1#: You should have been there. It was intense.
#Person2#: Is that right. Who ended up winning?
#Person1#: Our team was victorious.
#Person2#: I wish I was free that night. I'm kind of mad that I didn't go.
#Person1#: It was a great game.
#Person2#: What was the score at the end of the game?
#Person1#: Our team won 101-98.
#Person2#: Sounds like it was a close game.
#Person1#: That's the reason it was such a great game.
#Person2#: The next game, I will definitely be there.

Summary: #Person2# missed Friday's basketball game. #Person1# says it was a great game. #Person2# feels mad #Person2# didn't make it.


#Person1#: Good day! What can we do for you?
#Person2#: I'm considering buying a new car, the old one hasn't been running too well recently, and was wondering what kind of credit you can offer me.
#Person1#: Buying a new car is a big expense ; we understand that, so we have a variety of loans to suit your needs.
#Person2#: That's great. I'm looking to borrow quite a large sum, though.
#Person1#: With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan, the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price.
#Person2#: That's good news. The car I'm interested in is priced at 120, 000 RIB, but I think I can get a bit of discount on that. I can afford to put up around 40, 000 RMB myself.
#Person1#: That's great. You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 %, and then we can get going with this.
#Person2#: The funds are all ready to go in my personal account, so let's transfer it.

Summary: #Person2# wants to buy a new car and #Person1# recommends a loan by which #Person2# just needs to make an initial down payment of 20%.


#Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: We'd like to check out. Would you please give me our bill?
#Person1#: Certainly. What are your room numbers and your name, please?
#Person2#: We are in Rooms 204 to 210. I'm Jenny, the tour guide of the group. My room number is 205.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please, Jenny. I'll have your final bill ready in a minute.
#Person2#: OK, but we're in a bit of a rush. We'd like to go downtown for shopping.
#Person1#: Sorry to keep you waiting. It'll be just a moment... The total is 3,107 dollars.

Summary: The tour guide Jenny checks serval rooms out at the hotel and asks for the bill with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: I'm so excited, mother. Oh, a new baby!
#Person2#: My first grandchild.
#Person1#: And my first nephew. He looks a lot like you, mum. He does.
#Person2#: Do you think so? Well, I guess. He does look a lot like me. Oh, he's got Richard's eyes though.
#Person1#: Yes, he does have Richard's eyes. The baby even looks like you than Richard does.
#Person2#: Well, children usually resemble their parents.
#Person1#: It's true. Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways. And she is shy with new people just like he is.
#Person2#: You often like comparing children with their parents.
#Person1#: You're right.

Summary: #Person1# thinks the baby looks like #Person2#. #Person1# and #Person2# agree that children usually resemble their parents.


#Person1#: I am not sure what to do to get ready for my job interview.
#Person2#: Make sure that you understand the company. Do you understand what it is that they do?
#Person1#: No, I probably need to do some more research.
#Person2#: When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed. Does that make sense?
#Person1#: I think that their attitude is rather casual.
#Person2#: So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear. Do you have something to wear?
#Person1#: I have absolutely nothing so far.
#Person2#: You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it, but can we talk about other basics?
#Person1#: Yes, where should we go from here?
#Person2#: Focus on being relaxed and open, don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about. I'm sure you'll do well.

Summary: #Person2# gives #Person1# suggestions to prepare for the job interview. #Person2# advises #Person1# to understand the company, pick out the wearing, and be relaxed and open.


#Person1#: Do you want to sign for a Korea language class?
#Person2#: What for? Oh, I see, you mean next year our company will expand business to the South Korea market.
#Person1#: Right, we have located a business partner in Seoul. The first contact proves to be successful. The general manager of South Korean company has scheduled to pay a visit to us next month. I think it is quite possible to set up a joint venture company with them soon.
#Person2#: Well, sounds promising. But I think our company will provide us with the language training courses if it is necessary. We need not bother signing for the language by ourselves.
#Person1#: A slow sparrow should make an early start. You know, I am not quick at learning any language.

Summary: As the company will expand the business to the South Korea market, #Person1# wants to sign for a Korean language course while #Person2# prefers taking the language training courses provided by the company.


#Person1#: Can you tell me something about financial aid?
#Person2#: What exactly?
#Person1#: How to apply for it?
#Person2#: In your first letter, that is, when you apply for admission, you should also tell them you need their financial aid.
#Person1#: Then. . .
#Person2#: If the aid is available, they will give you two or more application forms, One is for admission, the others are for the aid.
#Person1#: What if not?
#Person2#: They will tell you the aid is impossible.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# when #Person1# applies for admission, #Person1# should also tell them #Person1# needs financial aids.


#Person1#: It will do you good to go out for entertainment at weekends. What kind of movie do you like best?
#Person2#: It's hard to say, I like interesting and significant ones. I don't care whether they're blockbusters or not.
#Person1#: Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening?
#Person2#: Very good, What's on?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Let me give a call to find out.

Summary: #Person2# likes interesting and significant movies. #Person1# invites #Person2# to a movie this Friday evening.


#Person1#: Anna Cole, I'm so glad that I find myself here with you in the training camp. I imagined the training is pretty hard.
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Could you please talk to me about your daily training?
#Person2#: OK. I get up about 6:45. I have a very light breakfast at 7:00 and then I get to the pool by 7:30.
#Person1#: I see. How long do you train?
#Person2#: All daytime?
#Person1#: You mean you swim for about 8 hours?
#Person2#: Oh, no. Having trained for about 4 hours. I have lunch and then do track work and body exercises in the afternoon. I suppose I train until 4:00 o'clock in the afternoon.
#Person1#: That's a long day.
#Person2#: It's alright.
#Person1#: What about your free time? What do you do?
#Person2#: Well, I usually watch TV. I like American programs and sometimes go dancing at a nearby club.
#Person1#: Dancing?
#Person2#: Yes, but I go to bed early at most nights.
#Person1#: Thank you, Anna, and good luck to you.

Summary: Anna tells #Person1# who she meets in a training camp about her daily training schedule and her activities in her spare time.


#Person1#: Good evening ladies. My name is Josh and I'll be your server tonight. May I take your order?
#Person2#: Do you have any recommendations?
#Person1#: Well, I personally like the chicken penne with cream mushroom sauce, but the prawn fettuccine is also very nice.
#Person2#: Hmm. I'd like to have the grilled chicken, but can I have spaghetti instead of penne?
#Person1#: Of course, mam. And for you?
#Person3#: I . . . ah. . I'll have the horse tripe.

Summary: #Person2# asks Josh for some recommendations, #Person2# takes Josh's recommendations partially while #Person3# orders horse tripe.


#Person1#: Dave, there's something I want to talk to you about.
#Person2#: Zina, why are you whispering?
#Person1#: I've been talking to WebTracker. I'm thinking of jumping ship.
#Person2#: What? Are you serious? You'd defect to our archrival! ?
#Person1#: Keep your voice down. We'll talk more later. Right now I need to see Vince.
#Person2#: We definitely have to talk, Zina. And watch your back. Elvin is still mad about his nose.
#Person1#: OK, but don't tell anyone what I said.

Summary: Zina tells Dave her idea of job-hopping to the rival company and Dave is stunned.


#Person1#: Hi. How can we help you today?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd like to get my hair cut a little.
#Person1#: Well, can we interest you in today's special?
#Person2#: Um... nah, nah.
#Person1#: We'll shampoo, cut and style your hair for one unbelievable low price of $9.99. Plus, we'll give you a clean shaved to help you relax.
#Person2#: I just want to get my hair cut. A little of the top and sides. That's all.
#Person1#: OK, here we go. Time for the shampoo. Just move back. So what do you do, sir?
#Person2#: I'm a lawyer, specializing in workplace accidents. I have an interview today. Hey, hey, you got shampoo in my eye!
#Person1#: Relax, sir, relax. I'm almost finished. Now, let me see, how does this thing work?
#Person2#: Look at all that hair on the floor! How much are you cutting off?
#Person1#: Don't worry, sir. OK, now let's dry your hair and put a little styling gel in it.
#Person2#: Hey, what happened to my hair? Are you even a licensed beautician? How in the world am I supposed to go to my job interview looking like this? I want to talk to the manager.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but he is on vacation.
#Person2#: Forget it. Forget it. Is there any place in this town that can give me a decent haircut and fix this damage?
#Person1#: Well, my brother works next door and he offers a complete package for...
#Person2#: I know. Forget I even asked.

Summary: #Person2# wants to get his hair cut because as a lawyer, he has an interview today. He refuses #Person1#'s recommendation of today's special. Finally, #Person1# cut off too much and #Person2# feels so angry that he wants to find another place to have a decent haircut.


#Person1#: Honey, you don't seem to be in a good mood. What's wrong with you?
#Person2#: I had a talk with my boss today and I was really angry. I asked him to pay me more each month. And can you guess what he said?
#Person1#: I certainly have no idea. What did he say to make you so angry?
#Person2#: He said I wasn't good enough for higher pay. I entered the company when I was just 25 years old, and now I'm 30 years old. Shouldn't I get a pay raise?
#Person1#: I certainly think you should get a pay raise?
#Person2#: How I wish you were my boss! I told my boss that now I need more money to buy a car to raise my kids, and to buy a house. But he just said no.
#Person1#: Perhaps he knew I make enough money for everything. Just cheer up, honey. It's not a big deal. Now smile and forget about what happened today.
#Person2#: OK, but I didn't cook tonight. I wasn't in the mood to do that, you know.
#Person1#: It's OK. We can eat out with the kids tonight. We haven't eaten out for quite a few days.
#Person2#: Jerry and Lucy will be happy about that.

Summary: #Person2#'s angry because #Person2# asked #Person2#'s boss for a raise but got rejected. #Person1# comforts #Person2# and suggests that they eat out with the kids tonight.


#Person1#: Good morning.
#Person2#: Er, good morning, yes, er. . .
#Person1#: I'm phoning about the job that was in the paper last night.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Arm, well, could you tell me your name, please?
#Person1#: Oh, Candida Fawcett.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Arm, well, what exactly is it that interests you about the job?
#Person1#: Well, I just thought that it was right up my street you know.
#Person2#: Really, mmmm. Arm, well, could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself?
#Person1#: Yes, arm, I'm 23. I've been working abroad, I'm um. . .
#Person2#: Where exactly have you been working, please?

Summary: Candida Fawcett phones about a job in the paper. #Person2# asks her to introduce herself.


#Person1#: Welcome to this edition of writers. Tonight, we have Steven Darcy with us. Congratulations on your book Life and Everything in Between, Steven. It's such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first attempt at poetry? Did you ever try it before? Did you take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well, my only real experience was writing business plans. Other than that, I have zero experience, where writing is concerned. I have always had a good grasp of English language, thanks to my mom who started me reading when I was very little.
#Person1#: What is the hardest thing about creating your work?
#Person2#: Definitely finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say. There is always a word or 2 that I might still rewrite if given the chance.
#Person1#: Will there be more collections of poetry from Darcy?
#Person2#: There will be more of something that suppose, but maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I see what I wrote as a kind of writing that might inspire people in some way.

Summary: #Person1# congratulates Steven Darcy on the success of his book Life and Everything in Between. Steven tells #Person1# about the experience of writing the book and there'll be more collections of his works.


#Person1#: Mary, how was your date with john?
#Person2#: it's ok. It seems we have a lot in common.
#Person1#: oh, really. That is great news. What does he look like?
#Person2#: he is tall and slim, fair-haired.
#Person1#: sounds like he is pretty cute. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: he is a nice guy and very considerate. I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor.
#Person1#: oh, it's love at first sight. When will you see each other again?
#Person2#: he didn't say, but he said he would call me.
#Person1#: maybe he is busy with his work. Just wait and try not to think about it too much!
#Person2#: oh, steve. Stop it! I am a bit nervous! What if he doesn't call?
#Person1#: come on, Mary, you're a total catch. I bet he will call you. Don't worry.
#Person2#: thank you, Steve. You're always so encouraging.
#Person1#: that's what friends are for.

Summary: Mary tells Steve that her date with John is OK and she's impressed by John, but she's disappointed that John didn't contact her. Steve cheers her up.


#Person1#: Is your mother feeling any better these days?
#Person2#: Much better. She should be back home in a few days.
#Person1#: That sounds like the operation was successful?
#Person2#: Yeah, and the doctors say she will recover soon.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. When will you be back on your job?
#Person2#: I think I need at least one more week to take care of her and do some cleaning.
#Person1#: Why don't you hire someone to do it? Then, you can come back to your job, and you need more free time to have a rest as well.
#Person2#: Yes, thank you. I really do need it. But I'm worried about my mother. She is 72 years old.
#Person1#: You are a kind and thoughtful person. Please take good care of her.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mary. How about my work?
#Person1#: Don't worry about it; all of us in our office can help you with it these days. I hope your mother to recover soon.
#Person2#: It's very kind of you. Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person2# needs at least one more week to care for #Person2#'s mother after the operation. Mary suggests #Person2# hire someone and the colleagues in the office can help with work.


#Person1#: Lucy, take my picture here, OK?
#Person2#: Sure. Just a minute. Let me take my camera out.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: Is it broken?
#Person2#: I hope not! Oh, I see.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: The batteries are worn down. I need replace them.
#Person1#: Where can we get batteries?
#Person2#: All photography shops carry them.
#Person1#: OK. Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does.

Summary: #Person2# finds the camera's batteries are worn down. #Person1# and #Person2# will look for a photography shop.


#Person1#: I'm famished! Let's get some grub!
#Person2#: I'm in the mood for some chips and salsa.
#Person1#: Me, too! The chips here are so light and crispy.
#Person2#: And they have tangy, freshly-made salsa, too. My mouth is watering already!
#Person1#: I'll go get the chips. What do you want to drink?
#Person2#: Surprise me.

Summary: Both #Person1# and #Person2# feel like eating something. #Person1#'ll go get the chips.


#Person1#: Very glad to know something about you, then what are you going to do when you finish.
#Person2#: Oh, I'll go to shanghai to practice there.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. It must be easy to find a job in shanghai.
#Person2#: I think so, you know there is a great deal of opportunity for business there.
#Person1#: And English is very useful in your job.
#Person2#: I think it will be very useful in many ways. Beside, shanghai is an important trade center, not only in China, but also in the world, English is useful in almost all walks of life.
#Person1#: You will be a very promising one.
#Person2#: That's my wish.

Summary: #Person2# will go to shanghai to practice there and #Person1# thinks it's great. They think there are many opportunities for business in Shanghai and English is useful.