#Person1#: What was the last movie you saw?
#Person2#: A Korean film called Friends, starring Sang Dong-gun.
#Person1#: Really? I've seen that movie, too.
#Person2#: How did you like the movie?
#Person1#: I thought it was pretty good.
#Person2#: Really? I can't say I agree.
#Person1#: You're kidding. The story and acting were outstanding.
#Person2#: I guess I expected too much from the movie, so I was a bit disappointed.
#Person1#: I guess it could happen.

Summary: #Person1# thought the movie Friends was pretty good but #Person2# finds it disappointing.


#Person1#: I am thinking about resigning from my current job.
#Person2#: Have you thought about it seriously?
#Person1#: Yes, I have been thinking about it for quite a while. Now I finally make up my mind to leave. I have given my resignation letter to our boss last Friday.
#Person2#: Ok, did you find a new company?
#Person1#: Yes, I will move on to XYZ Company.
#Person2#: Good for you, but your leaving will be a great loss to us. It is so nice to work with you.
#Person1#: Thanks. I had learned so much from you and our colleagues.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# is resigning from the current job and will move on to XYZ company.


#Person1#: May, could you bring this note to Professor Li for me today?
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. Asking for leave again? You have been absent from class five times this semester.
#Person1#: I know. But attending Miss Li's class is just waste of time. No more than one third of her students will go to her class.
#Person2#: I agree that Miss Li doesn't teach so well. Most students either sleep or do other things in her class.
#Person1#: Yeah, my boyfriend plays the video game every time in class with me. Or I chat with my friends through text messages.
#Person2#: Fortunately her class is just an elective course, not as important as compulsory courses.
#Person1#: Right, so we must spare some time to attend selective courses.
#Person2#: But isn't it too impolite to be absent?
#Person1#: What can I do? I have things to do in Students'Government.
#Person2#: Oh, I thought you just gave an excuse on this note.
#Person1#: Sometimes I will try various excuses. But this is my last time asking for leave. Or I will have a bad record.
#Person2#: Yeah, besides, your credit will be deducted. That is kind of serious.
#Person1#: I have been absented from many classes this semester just because of my work in the Students'Government.
#Person2#: You can't write with one hand and draw with the other.
#Person1#: I am thinking about quitting my job in the student government. But before that, I must do my job. Bye. Don't forget about that note.
#Person2#: You can count on me.

Summary: #Person1# wants to ask for leave from Professor Li's class and May will bring the note to Professor Li. They both think Li doesn't teach well but May thinks #Person1# is impolite to be absent. #Person1# explains that #Person1# is busy with #Person1#'s work in the Students' Government.


#Person1#: Have any plans for the weekend, Tom?
#Person2#: Yes. I am going for a hike around the Qinghai Lake.
#Person1#: Oh, do you go hiking often?
#Person2#: I go as much as I can. I love hiking, because you can really get in touch with nature.
#Person1#: It would be nice to get out of the city. Do you want some company?
#Person2#: Sure. But it will be a long hike 30 miles in three days. Have you been hiking before?
#Person1#: Yeah, I go a lot too. I saw a bear and a lion on my last hike.
#Person2#: Wow. You must have been pretty far away from the city.
#Person1#: Yeah, my friend and I hiked in a very wild part of the national forest.
#Person2#: Well, bring him along to. We will have a great time this weekend.
#Person1#: Thanks. I will ask him.

Summary: Tom will go hiking for the weekend around Qinghai Lake. #Person1# talks about hiking in the national forest with a friend. #Person1# will join Tom with #Person1#'s friend.


#Person1#: May I sit here?
#Person2#: I'm afraid this seat is taken.
#Person1#: Oh, is it? Thank you anyway.
#Person2#: You're welcome. If you ask the conductor when he comes by, he should help you find one.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the seat isn't available and suggests #Person1# ask the conductor.


#Person1#: Hello, this is Lucie Jing calling from Lincoln Bank. May I speak to Mr. Was, please?
#Person2#: Speaking.
#Person1#: Ah, hello, Mr. Was. I'm just calling about your new credit card. It has arrived with us, so you can either come to collect it, or we can send it on to you.
#Person2#: Sending it won't be necessary. I'm actually coming in for a meeting with my Personal Banker this afternoon.
#Person1#: What perfect timing!
#Person2#: Indeed. Is there anything I need to do before I collect it?
#Person1#: Not really. But we do recommend you to read through our terms and conditions again before you sign the card, just in case there is something you aren't happy with.
#Person2#: I'm sure it'll be fine. How about my PIN number?
#Person1#: That will be sent on to you within 2 working days. Then, you can start using your new card.
#Person2#: Great. I'll be in later today. Thanks for calling. Bye.

Summary: Lucie Jing phones for Mr. Was to talk about his new credit card. Mr. Was wants to collect it himself, and Lucie recommends him to read through the documents again before signing the card.


#Person1#: When do you leave for holiday?
#Person2#: On the twentieth. We're flying. The flight takes seven and a half hours.
#Person1#: And when are you back?
#Person2#: On the twenty-eighth. I will give you a ring when we're back.

Summary: #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s date of leaving and return for the holiday.


#Person1#: Hectic. It's always hectic. But how was your windsurfing?
#Person2#: I tried it for a half-hour. It was interesting, but. . . well. . . I couldn't really do it.
#Person1#: See? I told you. It's very hard.
#Person2#: I couldn't even stand on it and hold the sail. I probably fell down fifty times.
#Person1#: Fifty times?
#Person2#: Yes, it was really stupid.
#Person1#: And how much did it cost to rent it?
#Person2#: It was fifty dollars for a half-hour.
#Person1#: Well, that's not too bad then.
#Person2#: What do you mean? It's expensive!
#Person1#: Yes, but you have to calculate a little. You paid fifty dollars and you fell down fifty times. So you only spent one dollar per fall. That's cheap.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# fell down fifty times when practicing windsurfing and the rent was fifty dollars for a half-hour. #Person1# thinks it's worth the rent.


#Person1#: Man, I'm hungry. Do you know a good place to have lunch?
#Person2#: Yes, I know a great place. What types of food do you like?
#Person1#: Mexican, Japanese or Chinese would be great.
#Person2#: Oh, I know a place where you might like to eat.
#Person1#: Is it close by?
#Person2#: It's down a block on the right ; can I show you the way?
#Person1#: OK, I'd love the company.
#Person2#: This will work out well. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# about where to have lunch. #Person2# recommends one place and will show #Person1# the way.


#Person1#: Flowers for my favorite girl.
#Person2#: How did you know that I love red roses?
#Person1#: That's a secret. Here, let me help you with your coat, and we'll be on our way.
#Person2#: ( at the dance ) That band is playing good music. Shall we dance?
#Person1#: Fine, what do you call this?
#Person2#: Foxtrot. Oh. you're a good dancer.
#Person1#: Really? Thank you. I am thinking the same thing about you.
#Person2#: I prefer the old style of dance because I enjoy holding a pretty girl like you closely.

Summary: #Person1# gives red roses to #Person2# and admires her dance when they are dancing.


#Person1#: Did you see Victor on Wednesday, Wendy?
#Person2#: Yes. We went for a walk in the woods near the highway.
#Person1#: Wasn't it cold on Wednesday?
#Person2#: Yes. It was very cold and windy. We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm.
#Person1#: It's so nice and quiet in the woods.
#Person2#: Yes. Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere. We counted over twenty squirrels.
#Person1#: It sounds wonderful. Did you take lunch with you?
#Person2#: Yes, we bought veal sandwiches. We stopped around twelve, and we ate and watched the squirrels, but it was too windy to sit long. It was a very nice walk, anyway.

Summary: #Person1# asks Wendy whether she saw Victor on Wednesday. Wendy tells #Person1# that she and Victor took a walk in the woods that day.


#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to go to Europe for a visit? Can you recommend me an interesting city?
#Person1#: Why not go to Paris? It's famous for Arch of Triumph, Eiffel, versailles and place de la Concorde.
#Person2#: Do you have a package tour to Paris?
#Person1#: Of course, we have.

Summary: #Person2# wants to go to Europe and #Person1# recommends #Person2# to visit Paris.


#Person1#: Excuse me.
#Person2#: Yes, Miss, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I ordered my dish about a half an hour ago, but it hasn't arrived yet.
#Person2#: I'm sorry for that, I'm going to check with the chef right now. Miss, I just checked with the kitchen, and they said your order will be coming right up next. Oh, here comes.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Miss, I'm very sorry for the delay, please enjoy this. Free a glass of wine for inconvenience. Again I'm terribly sorry to make you wait so long.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter.

Summary: #Person1#'s dish hasn't arrived, so #Person2# checks the order and offers a free glass of wine for the inconvenience.


#Person1#: Well, we didn't ask for this room service maybe someone else ask it, I'm sure.
#Person2#: Oh, is it? Let me check.
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to say this room charge is yours.
#Person1#: We paid for the room service already in our room.
#Person2#: Do you have any evidences?
#Person1#: No, we got no receipt, and we pay it on the spot!

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# to pay for the room service but #Person1# says #Person1#'s already paid.


#Person1#: You get your bus pass?
#Person2#: I'm not going to buy one.
#Person1#: You're not?
#Person2#: I think it's a waste of money.
#Person1#: It actually costs less if you have a bus pass.
#Person2#: How is that?
#Person1#: You can use it however many times you need to.
#Person2#: Is that right?
#Person1#: Yup, and you can keep the money in your pocket.
#Person2#: That sounds nice.
#Person1#: You should go get yours.
#Person2#: Yeah, I think I will.

Summary: #Person1# persuades #Person2# to buy a bus pass to save money and #Person2# is convinced.


#Person1#: What happened? Why didn't he win?
#Person2#: Didn't you hear? He was disqualified.
#Person1#: How did that happen? He's so talented! I thought he had a great chance of winning a gold medal!
#Person2#: If he didn't have any drug problems, he would have won.
#Person1#: What? What kind of drugs was he using?
#Person2#: He was taking steroids to make him stronger and faster.
#Person1#: I thought that all athletes were supposed to be regularly tested for drugs.
#Person2#: They are. The only reason they didn't disqualify him until after the race is because the results from the text only came back afterwards.
#Person1#: That's so disappointing. I don't know why top athletes would feel the need to take drugs.
#Person2#: I don't think it's right, but I can understand why they might. Imagine how much pressure there would be to win for your country!
#Person1#: Regardless of how much pressure you're under, there's never a good reason to take drugs.
#Person2#: I agree. Hopefully with the new regulations, fewer athletes will try to cheat with drugs.
#Person1#: Let's hope so.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the athlete didn't win because he had drug problems and was disqualified. #Person1# thinks that there's never a good reason to take drugs and #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: It's really late but I'm starving.
#Person2#: Hey, that coffee shop's lights are still on.
#Person1#: Maybe they have some good pie.
#Person2#: I would love a really sticky cinnamon bun.
#Person1#: There was a coffee shop by my house when I was a kid that served cinnamon hot chocolate.
#Person2#: Mmmm. That sounds like something I had in Mexico once.
#Person1#: Good stuff. . . Oh, no. The door is locked.
#Person2#: Ohhhhh! And I just got all my juices going!

Summary: #Person1# feels hungry but it's late. #Person2# suggests going to a coffee shop, but they find the door locked. #Person2# is disappointed.


#Person1#: I take care of the letters. I may read, sort out and organize incoming mails.
#Person2#: So you have to open all the envelopes.
#Person1#: Yes, except the personal mail. And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly.
#Person2#: Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them?
#Person1#: Yes, and I check all the e-mails for Mr. Thomas.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s work is to take care of the letters, file copies and check e-mails.


#Person1#: Rachel, do you like music?
#Person2#: Of course. I can't live without it, so I always bring my CD with me no matter where I go.
#Person1#: What kind of music do you like best?
#Person2#: Light music and classic music.
#Person1#: Really? I can't believe this. I am also keen on classic music. And do you know there is a concert of classic music tomorrow evening?
#Person2#: But I didn't get the ticket. And it is said that they were sold out yesterday.
#Person1#: I got two. We can go there together.
#Person2#: Amazing! I can imagine the feeling when I hear the smooth tune around my ears.

Summary: Rachel likes classic music but she failed to get the ticket for the concert. Rachel's surprised that #Person1# got two tickets and invites her to the concert together.


#Person1#: Help me organize these coins.
#Person2#: That's a lot of money! What did you do? Break the piggy bank?
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm gonna go to the bank and change it for bills, but first I have to separate them into little piles.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll find all the quarters and dimes while you sort the nickels and pennies.
#Person1#: Great, then we can add everything up and take it to the bank.
#Person2#: I found some coins that are not from here.
#Person1#: Oh yeah, those are from my trip to London. I have a couple of different pence, but in all it won't add up to one pound.
#Person2#: Are you sure the bank will change these coins for you?
#Person1#: Hopefully!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to help organize the coins. #Person1#will take it to the bank and change it for bills.


#Person1#: How would you introduce volleyball?
#Person2#: I was once a high school man teacher and basketball coach. I never played volleyball before and I've seen it just once in my life. One day my school needed a lot of coaches for our girls' team. I was one of the youngest teachers on stuff and the girls talked me helping coach volleyball. The girls they have were great and they began to start. A friend of mine was a volleyball player. He taught me beginning and then taught me how to coach it.
#Person1#: What sports did you play in high school?
#Person2#: I played basketball, tennis and golf. I was not a volleyball player at all. I was pretty good at basketball. But then my real passion was gone. I played it every day.
#Person1#: When did you know you want to be a full-time volleyball coach?
#Person2#: It wouldn't take very long. I've been coaching women's basketball that I really love it. But when I saw an opportunity in women's volleyball, because coaches were needed. In this way, I become a college coach immediately. I like coaching women's volleyball at college very much because it seems to fit my personality.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about how #Person2# would introduce volleyball, what sports #Person2# played in high school, and when #Person2# knew #Person2# want to be a full-time volleyball coach.


#Person1#: Whew thanks for stopping, sometimes it can be impossible to get a cab in the rain.
#Person2#: No worries. We're too.
#Person1#: I'm going to fifth avenue and east twenty second street, no rush at all though.
#Person2#: Oh that's good because it looks like we're not going to be able to move more than a few feet per minute.
#Person1#: Wow. That's what happens when it starts to rain during rush hour. I'm one of the lucky ones, usually I would have an appointment around this time, but today, I get to go home early.
#Person2#: That's great Madam, I'll try and get you home as early as possible.

Summary: #Person1# thanks #Person2# for driving #Person1# home on a rainy day during rush hour.


#Person1#: Robert, you play the guitar, don't you?
#Person2#: I used to. But I haven't played it for quite some time. I don't really have time these days with all my studies. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I'm trying to organize a group to play at some parties on weekends. We still need a guitar player.
#Person2#: Well, I don't know. But your idea sounds fun to me.
#Person1#: Oh, it will be. I'm more or less in charge of things. So if you want to give it a try, you're in. It's as easy as that. Besides, it's a great chance to get out and meet people.
#Person2#: But I told you I haven't practiced for a long time. I don't know if I remember any songs I used to play.
#Person1#: Don't worry about it. I just thought I'd ask you to try and join us sometime when we were practicing. We'll be practicing for a few months before we give performances.
#Person2#: OK, I'll have a try.
#Person1#: I'm sure you can do it. And it will be fun, too.

Summary: #Person1#'s trying to organize a group to play at some parties on weekends. #Person1# invites Robert to play the guitar, and Robert says he'll have a try.


#Person1#: Let's do something different today.
#Person2#: Like how?
#Person1#: I would like you to give me a different hair style.
#Person2#: What did you have in mind?
#Person1#: Give me a short haircut.
#Person2#: Do you know how short you want your hair to be?
#Person1#: I want you to cut it to a few inches long.
#Person2#: That's pretty short. Are you sure about this?
#Person1#: I've had this idea for some time now.
#Person2#: I'm going to do it, but you have to be sure you really want me to.
#Person1#: This is what I want.
#Person2#: Fine then. Let's get started.

Summary: #Person2# makes sure #Person1# really wants #Person1#'s hair to be cut to a few inches long and start cutting.


#Person1#: Hello, my name's John. I'll be your waiter this evening. Can I get you anything from the bar for starters?
#Person2#: No thanks. What we really need is a booster chair for our daughter. Do you have one?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. The hostess should have brought you one. Just a moment. Our special tonight is Duck Chambord, which is roast duck served in a raspberry sauce with fresh rasperries. It's also served with wild rice and a medley of vegetables. That is 17. 95 and it comes with soup or salad.
#Person3#: What is your soup of the day?
#Person1#: Our soup of the day is French onion.
#Person3#: The duck sounds good. One of us should have it.
#Person2#: Alright, you order the duck.
#Person3#: Fine.
#Person2#: She will have the duck, and I will have the filet mignon.
#Person1#: How would you like your filet mignon, sir? Rare, medium rare, or well-done?
#Person2#: Medium rare.
#Person1#: And would you like soup or salad with your meals?
#Person3#: I want salad.
#Person2#: I'll have the soup. French onion, yes?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right. It's very good. I recommend it.
#Person3#: Our daughter will share some of our meal with us. Could you bring an extra plate for her?
#Person1#: Of course, Ma'am. I will also bring your sourdough bread in just a moment.
#Person3#: Our bread?
#Person1#: Yes, we serve it at all tables.
#Person3#: Good. Thank you.

Summary: John is serving #Person2# and his family. He brings a booster chair for #Person2#'s daughter. #Person3# orders Duck Chambord with salad and #Person2# orders the filet mignon with soup. John will bring them an extra plate and sourdough bread.


#Person1#: Hello! This is Ruby speaking from G. O. T. International Travel Agency. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I ' d like to make a reservation for my trip from Detroit to Beijing on April 13 on Trans Pacific Airline.
#Person1#: Do you want a single ticket or a round trip ticket?
#Person2#: I ' d like to have a round trip ticket with a one-year open return.
#Person1#: Economy or Business Class?
#Person2#: Economy, please. How much is it?
#Person1#: It will be $ 850.
#Person2#: Very good. Could I get an electronic ticket? I ' m always afraid of losing my tickets.
#Person1#: No problem. How do you wish to pay for it?
#Person2#: Bank of American card. The number is 6786 9182 12300 8657.
#Person1#: Thank you! Would you like an aisle seat or a window seat?
#Person2#: An aisle seat, please. I ' m tall and need to get up and walk pretty often.
#Person1#: No problem. Your ticket is for Trans Pacific Flight 87 from Detroit to Beijing at 3 forty p. m. on April 13. You will arrive at Beijing International Airport at six 35 p. m. on April 14. Your electronic
#Person2#: What time should I arrive at Detroit Airport?
#Person1#: Please be at the airport two hours before your departure to check in. You also need to reconfirm your reservation with the airline at least 7 days prior to your departure.
#Person2#: What happens if I can ' t leave on April 13? Can I cancel my ticket or change the reservation to another date?
#Person1#: Yes, you can, but you will have to pay a penalty of $ 75 for any change or cancellation.
#Person2#: That ' s OK. What are the weight restrictions for checked baggage?
#Person1#: On Trans Pacific international flights, each ticketed passenger is permitted a maximum of two checked bags with a maximum weight per checked bag of 70 pounds.
#Person2#: That ' s great! I can have two bags checked for 70 pounds each. I think I ' m all set. You ' re really efficient. Thank you very much for your help.
#Person1#: Thank you for the compliment and for calling G. O. T. Travel Agency. Have a nice trip!

Summary: #Person2# wants to make a reservation for a round trip ticket with a one-year open return. Ruby in G. O. T. International Travel Agency helps #Person2# get an electronic ticket. #Person2# chooses the economy class, an aisle seat, and asks for the check-in time, the amount of penalty to change the flight and the weight restrictions for checked baggage.


#Person1#: Have you thought about what you are going to do after finishing school?
#Person2#: Hmm...Where does start?
#Person1#: Well. I think the best way is to start thinking about what jobs you might find interesting. For me, I like jobs of excitement. So I want to be a racing driver.
#Person2#: That's cool, but I think it is dangerous.
#Person1#: It is also my father's job and I'm going to ask him about it some more. Now, what about you?
#Person2#: Hmm...I love to be outdoors. Also I would like to help people in some way.
#Person1#: Well. Firefighters often work outdoors and help others. But such a job is in suitable for women.
#Person2#: Yeah, uh, the job of a tour guide has actually been attractive to me.
#Person1#: That sounds like a suitable job for you.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# about what to do after finishing school. After knowing #Person1#'s dream job, #Person2# thinks she wants to be a tour guide.


#Person1#: Is the environment a big issues in your country? It is in mine.
#Person2#: It is in mine too. The biggest issue is water. The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important.
#Person1#: What methods do you use to conserve water?
#Person2#: Water is rationed. We can only use a certain amount each month. It means that we cannot use some modern household items, like washing machines. They use too much water.
#Person1#: I see. I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree. The air here is much more polluted than in my country. Of course, my country is more agricultural and has much less industry.
#Person1#: We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years, but cars are still a major source of them. Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced.
#Person2#: The problem is now on a truly global scale. I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it.
#Person1#: I think you're right. There needs to be an international response to this problem.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# think the environment is a big issue in their countries. #Person2# says their biggest issue is water and #Person1# says theirs is air pollution. They agree that there needs to be an international response to the problem of environmental pollution.


#Person1#: Miss Sun, could you please type this report for me?
#Person2#: Certainly, Mr. Baker.
#Person1#: Could you please double space it so I can make corrections?
#Person2#: Yes, I will. Do you need it finished right away?
#Person1#: No. This afternoon will be fine.

Summary: Mr. Baker requests Miss Sun to type the report double-spaced.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Could you spare a minute?
#Person2#: Uh, yes.
#Person1#: Do you go to work by train every day?
#Person2#: Yes. I commute five days a week by train.
#Person1#: And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service?
#Person2#: It's really very good.
#Person1#: Why do you say that?
#Person2#: Well, trains are frequent and come on time.
#Person1#: Which train do you catch in the evening?
#Person2#: I usually take the 5 thirty home.
#Person1#: And can you get a seat?
#Person2#: No, I usually have to stand.
#Person1#: Would you agree that the service is fast?
#Person2#: Yes, it's reasonably fast but it certainly isn't cheap. Fares have gone up25 %.

Summary: #Person1# interviews #Person2# about #Person2#'s commuting ways and #Person2#'s opinion about the rail service.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I need to refill this prescription.
#Person2#: It says on the bottle here that you can have two refills.
#Person1#: Yes, I need to refill it today.
#Person2#: Alright. I'm sorry, Miss. According to our file, this prescription has already been refilled twice.
#Person1#: I was worried about that. I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not.
#Person2#: Well, it looks like you have. You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription.
#Person1#: Listen. This is an emergency. I tried to call my doctor, but he is out of town. So I can't see him in time. I need this medicine. It is for skin condition. I've run out. Can you just refill it once more?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Miss. We can't do it. We must follow the prescription. And this prescription has run out.
#Person1#: But I need it. Please. Refill it for me just this once. I can go to the doctor around ten days from now. Then I'll have another prescription.
#Person2#: Miss, I understand your problem. But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription. It's the law. I can't do anything about it. We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription. Never.
#Person1#: But I have a prescription. I just need more of it.
#Person2#: A prescription must be valid. It cannot be an expired prescription. I'm sorry, Miss. It's the law. You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you.
#Person1#: Oh, it will be so expensive! I have a special medical plan, and I can only see one doctor. It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor.
#Person2#: Miss, I just can't help you on this. I'm a pharmacist, not a doctor. And there are other customers I need to help now. I know it is frustrating when this happens. But there is nothing I can do about it. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: This is ridiculous! In Taiwan, it is much easier to get medicine when I need it.
#Person2#: Maybe that's true. I don't know. But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too.

Summary: #Person1# wants to refill the prescription but #Person2# says it's already been refilled twice, so #Person1# needs to get a new prescription. #Person1# says it's emergent and #Person1#'s doctor is out of town. #Person2# suggests seeing another doctor but #Person1# thinks it's expensive. #Person1# thinks the whole thing is ridiculous but #Person2# insists on a new prescription.


#Person1#: Do you like cooking?
#Person2#: Yes , I do it a lot. but I don't like doing dishes. what about you, do you like cooking and then cleaning up afterwards?
#Person1#: To be honest, I don't really like doing either one , I can't cook and I hate cleaning.
#Person2#: Suppose you have to do one of the two, which do you prefer?
#Person1#: I would rather do the dishes than cook.
#Person2#: I prefer the absent. the way I see it , to do the dishes is boring.
#Person1#: let's make a deal.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: I'm going to buy some vegetable and you cook.
#Person2#: Will you do the dishes after the meal?
#Person1#: Fair enough!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# make a deal that #Person1# will do the dishes and #Person2# will cook.


#Person1#: Hi. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'm looking for a job. Are you hiring?
#Person1#: Yes, we are. What position are you looking for?
#Person2#: Superintendent.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. The application for this position has closed.
#Person2#: Do you have any other positions available?
#Person1#: We have only one position open.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: Gas Meter Reader. This is a wonderful job for the right person, regular hours, no night shifts, no supervisor behind you, and good pay.
#Person2#: Can I apply for it right now?
#Person1#: Sure.

Summary: #Person2# is looking for a job as superintendent, but the application for it in #Person1#'s company has closed. #Person1# suggests another position.


#Person1#: I can help the next person in line.
#Person2#: That's me. I, I need to Mail this package.
#Person1#: OK, great! Where is it going?
#Person2#: It's going to Saint Louis, Missouri, and I needed to get there as fast as possible. It's my mother's birthday present, and her birthday is tomorrow. I don't want it to be late.
#Person1#: OK sir, I can do that. Will have to deliver it overnight which will cost extra money? Let's see it will be $32.50 to get the package there tomorrow, will you pay with a credit card or cash?
#Person2#: I have cash and please mark fragile on the box.
#Person1#: What is in here, sir. Is there anything dangerous? any liquids or chemicals?
#Person2#: No, there is just a box of chocolates and a cup. But I don't want the cup to break.
#Person1#: OK, sir. We will have it leaving Atlanta and arriving in Saint Louis tomorrow, by way of Memphis. Here's your receipt and have a great day.

Summary: #Person2# wants to mail his mother's birthday present. #Person1# tells #Person2# it will cost extra money to deliver it overnight. #Person2# pays by cash and asks #Person1# to mark fragile.


#Person1#: Morning, Tom! What are you doing over there? Learning to dance?
#Person2#: Can't you see? I'm practicing tai chi!
#Person1#: Oh, my goodness. I'm sorry. But I don't think tai chi is to be practiced like that.
#Person2#: I'm just a beginner. Did my poses make me the butt of jokes?
#Person1#: Well, they just look a bit funny. but far from making a laughing stock out of you.
#Person2#: So, is there anything wrong with my strokes?
#Person1#: To begin with, you should keep your neck erect upward at any time.
#Person2#: Like this?
#Person1#: Good! And then, the entire body. Never incline your body forward or backward. Take care to regulate the point of balance. Place it at your waist.
#Person2#: Did I do it right?
#Person1#: No! You should avoid sticking out your belly. Keep your hip steady. Don't swing.
#Person2#: What should I do with my legs then?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, things are quite different with the limbs. Keep your knees bent a little. Right, they should be rich in elasticity. Move slowly when you shift your centre of gravity from one leg to another.
#Person2#: Fantastic! I guess the same is true with the arms, right?
#Person1#: Exactly! Move your arms in a relaxed manner. Well. don't stretch yourfingers stiffly. Just keep them in a natural shape.

Summary: Tom is practicing tai chi, but #Person1# thinks Tom looks a bit funny. #Person1# gives suggestions on the strokes and Tom follows the guidance.


#Person1#: Hello. Did you enjoy the tour of our new premises?
#Person2#: Yes, I did indeed. But, could you tell me what exactly the'Priority Service Room'is used for?
#Person1#: Of course. As we provide many different services for all of our valued customers, we like to give than a special place to do their business with us.
#Person2#: I think of myself as a valued customer. What services can you offer me?
#Person1#: There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest. It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances.
#Person2#: Right. Is there anything else that can be done there?
#Person1#: There's information on deposit or loan rates, exchange rates. . .
#Person2#: The list goes on and on!
#Person1#: Yes, it sure does. And with our new premises, we have new services. We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management.
#Person2#: So, I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7. That's really thoughtful of you. And I have to say, I love the new look of the bank.

Summary: #Person1# introduces the function of Priority Service Room to #Person2# and tells #Person2# that they have new services with their new premises. #Person2# thinks the 24-hour support for Wealth Management is thoughtful.


#Person1#: I need to make a copy of a document as soon as possible.
#Person2#: No problem, sir. There's a copy machine in our computer lab.
#Person1#: Very good. How much does each copy cost?
#Person2#: Each copy will cost you a dime, sir.
#Person1#: A dime? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel.
#Person2#: There aren't many things you can get for a nickel, sir.

Summary: #Person1# wants to make a copy of a document. #Person2# tells him the price.


#Person1#: I've just finished reading Steve's list of ways of motivating employees to work more efficiently. I think they're out of touch with reality.
#Person2#: You just took the words out of my mouth. Let's try to persuade the others to see things our way.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# think Steve's ways are unrealistic.


#Person1#: Hey! You've got a new television.
#Person2#: Yeah! It was sent here yesterday. What do you think of it?
#Person1#: It's huge. It almost takes up the entire side of the room.
#Person2#: I know. But you don't think it's too big, do you?
#Person1#: I didn't say that. I mean, if you enjoy it, why not? What happened to your old TV, by the way?
#Person2#: It just stopped working last Friday. It was pretty old and didn't work well. I thought you can afford it, why not get a new one?
#Person1#: It must have been expensive.
#Person2#: Well, not as much as you might think. I got it on sale for 50 percent off 2,400 dollars.
#Person1#: What? You spent 1,200 dollars on a TV? Did you think you watch TV that often?
#Person2#: Well, I don't. Do you think I should return it? If I do it within a week, I can get my money back.
#Person1#: Honestly, I think you should. That's too much money for a television.
#Person2#: I think you are right.

Summary: #Person2# got a new television yesterday because the old one stopped working. It costs #Person2# 1200 dollars, and #Person1# thinks #Person2# should return it because it's too expensive.


#Person1#: What's the special today?
#Person2#: 'All-you-can-eat'dinner special.
#Person1#: I don't like to.
#Person2#: Do you care for seafood?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm very fond of seafood.
#Person2#: Which seafood do you prefer?
#Person1#: I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber.
#Person2#: Is there anything else you would like to have?
#Person1#: Bring me an assorted cold dish, please.
#Person2#: Would you care for beverage?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I'm fine.
#Person2#: What would you like to drink?
#Person1#: A bottle of champagne.

Summary: #Person1# orders red cooked sea cucumber, assorted cold dish, and champagne from #Person2#.


#Person1#: Hey, sorry, I can't come to the phone now. Just leave a message ... [Beep]
#Person2#: Greg, greg. Where in the world are you? Hey, man. I'm in hot water, and it's all your fault! I thought you said Cindy was single and available!! Man, were you wrong!! You should have told me that your sis had just broken up with a seven-foot gorilla named Butch. I mean the guy is huge, and he caught me dropping her at her place, and he nearly strangled me before I could get in my car. And the guy's dog. You might have warned me about his vicious beast dog. The thing nearly ripped off my arm. Well, once I peeled out of the drive way, the maniac started chasing me in his monster truck and nearly ran me off the road. And man, you could have told me that your car didn't have much gas 'cause it ran out in the middle of this dark parking lot, and I'm now hiding in the men's room of the gas station. Now, pick up the phone ... pick it up, ... Oh, no I can hear the guy outside and ... hey, and your phone is going dead ... Ah, man ... you might have told me that this thing couldn't hold a charge ... Ah man ... I should have stayed home and done the laundry ... I shouldn't have listened to your wacky idea of going out tonight ... Greg, Greg? Where are you?

Summary: #Person2# phones Greg, but Greg isn't available. #Person2# leaves a message to blame Greg for not telling him Cindy isn't single so that #Person2# was nearly strangled by Butch and chased by Butch's dog.


#Person1#: How long have we had the A3 printer in the sales department?
#Person2#: Just over a year I think. Why, what's the problem?
#Person1#: I'm not sure but there seems to be something wrong with it. Is it still under guarantee?
#Person2#: I think the guarantee's just run out. Let me check. Oh, it's OK. We took out an extended warranty, it runs until next March.

Summary: #Person1# asks the printer's guarantee time. #Person2# checks and finds it's still under guarantee.


#Person1#: Could you tell me your education background?
#Person2#: Sure, where shall I begin?
#Person1#: Which University did you go to?
#Person2#: I went to the University of Ohio.
#Person1#: What degree did you get?
#Person2#: I got a bachelors degree.
#Person1#: What was your major?
#Person2#: I majored in English and minored in Chinese.
#Person1#: What was your GPA?
#Person2#: I graduated with honors I had a 3.9.
#Person1#: Do you plan to pursue further education?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to obtain a masters degree in international relations.
#Person1#: When do you think you will do that?
#Person2#: After I have 3:00 to 4:00 years of work experience.
#Person1#: I see.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s education background including #Person2#'s university, degree, major, GPA, and further education plan.


#Person1#: Amelia, could you spare a few minutes?
#Person2#: sure. What do you need?
#Person1#: well, I wanted to let you know that I've put in my notice.
#Person2#: really? Why?
#Person1#: it's complicated. But basically it boils down to one thing. This company is downsizing and I can't continue working for a company that may let me go.
#Person2#: but surely they won't fire you! You're one of the most experienced managers here!
#Person1#: well, to be honest, there's another reason. I've got a better offer.
#Person2#: well that's great news! Congratulations! Where will you be located?
#Person1#: the head office is in New York, but I'll be dealing with overseas companies and flying to this side of the world from time to time.
#Person2#: it'll be sad to see you go, but it sounds like you're found yourself a great opportunity.
#Person1#: I have. I feel lucky. I look forward to dealing with overseas companies and at the same time having a chance to use English more.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to bring this up, but would it be possible for you to write me a letter of recommendation before you go?
#Person1#: of course I can. In fact, if there are other job opportunities at this new company, I'll recommend you personally.
#Person2#: thanks. I appreciate that.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# their company is downsizing and #Person1# gets a better offer. #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s new post is a great opportunity. #Person2# wants #Person1# to write a letter of recommendation before #Person2# leaves. #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: Hey. Owen! Have you gone on your family vacation yet?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I got so tired. My son began to cry the moment we got on the train. It was very embarrassing because we took the over-night train and the noise made it difficult for other people in the cabin to sleep.
#Person1#: Didn't you bring his favorite toy?
#Person2#: Yes, we did. Fortunately we put his Teddy Bear in the bag, and finally he fell asleep at mid-night with it in his arms.
#Person1#: Where did you go? You've got a beautiful tan.
#Person2#: My wife didn't like to go to amusement parks, so we compromised and finally went to the seaside. I think vacation in summer is not good.
#Person1#: You must have had a great time. Most children love to play in the sand on the beach and go swimming.
#Person2#: Yes, he was every excited to see the blue sea and picked up many seashells to give as gift for his classmates in kindergarten.
#Person1#: His friends will be very happy to get the little souvenir.
#Person2#: And I taught him how to swim in the sea. It was fun and made him braver than before. After we returned home, he wasn't afraid to sleep alone in his bedroom.

Summary: Owen tells #Person1# he and his family went to the seaside for vacation. Owen was tired from taking care of his crying son on the train, but his son was excited about the sea and picked up seashells as gifts for his classmates. Owen taught him how to swim in the sea.


#Person1#: I'd appreciate it if you could help me pick out a gift for my daughter.
#Person2#: Would she be interested in a laptop?
#Person1#: That's exactly what I was thinking of.
#Person2#: A Mac would be an excellent gift.
#Person1#: I like Macs. How much for a Mac?
#Person2#: You can take a 15-inch Pro home right now for only $2, 100.
#Person1#: A Mac it is. I'll take one home with me.
#Person2#: She'll be very happy with this. And how do you plan to pay for it?
#Person1#: I'll use my VISA, if that's okay.
#Person2#: Now, if you'll just sign here, the Mac is all yours.
#Person1#: Will she need anything besides what's in this box?
#Person2#: Everything she needs is right here in the box.
#Person1#: I appreciate your help. Maybe I'll be back for more computer stuff.
#Person2#: Your daughter should get straight A's from now on. Good-bye.

Summary: #Person1# wants to buy a gift for #Person1#'s daughter and #Person2# recommends a laptop. #Person1# buys one with #Person2#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Welcome Mr. and Mrs. Carnwell, please take a seat.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person3#: Thank you.
#Person1#: So I understand that your family spending has skyrocketed and you want to start budgeting.
#Person2#: Yes that's correct. Frankly speaking our household income is relatively high and we have never had any money problems, but I think this is the main reason as to why our spending has gone out of control.
#Person3#: We have two kids and with allowances, paying their credit cards, ours and not to mention our mortgage and car payments. With the recent economic downturn, my husband's business has suffered and now we need some advice as to how we can prepare a family budget.
#Person1#: I see. Well you have come to the right place. First what we need to do, is determine your cash flow. Knowing how much money is coming in will help us allocate spending to different categories such as mortgage, education, groceries, etc.
#Person3#: Yes,that makes sense.
#Person1#: Secondly, I need you to bring all of your receipts for the last two to three months. That way, we can determine what your average expenditures are and see which category you are spending money on the most. Usually, your fixed costs are higher and we cant do much about that, but we can usually trim your variable costs such as entertainment or clothing.
#Person2#: Great! We will do that then! Now how about we treat you to a nice dinner?
#Person1#: That's another thing. If you really want to stop spending so much money, throw away at least half of your credit cards!

Summary: Mr. and Mrs. Carnwell come to consult #Person1# about budgeting and tell #Person1# their recent finances. #Person1# advises them to determine the cash flow and bring all the receipts. Mr. and Mrs. Carnwell agree.


#Person1#: How much for these autographed Elvis records?
#Person2#: Thirty bucks a record. Or five for one hundred and twenty bucks.
#Person1#: Uh, I'm not sure. Are these all in good condition?
#Person2#: Absolutely. I bought them from the King's estate myself! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks.
#Person1#: I don't really need five.
#Person2#: OK. Five for eighty-five bucks. That's my final offer.
#Person1#: Oh, why not? I'll take'em.

Summary: #Person1# bargains with #Person2# for autographed Elvis records and will take five for eighty-five.


#Person1#: Honey, wait! I've sprained my ankle.
#Person2#: Oh, my god, are you OK?
#Person1#: Of course not!
#Person2#: Come on, sit down, and let me have a look.
#Person1#: The pain is killing me.
#Person2#: I told you to wear running shoes. But you don't listen.
#Person1#: I thought leather shoes will do just as well.
#Person2#: Hold on, don't move, I will take care of that.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I will get some ice, and put it on your ankle. How does that feel?
#Person1#: God! It's freezing!
#Person2#: Be brave. Don't worry. You will be able to walk soon.

Summary: #Person1#'s sprained an ankle. #Person2# gets some ice and puts it on #Person1#'s ankle.


#Person1#: Hello, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Good afternoon. I'd like to send this package please. Can you help me?
#Person1#: Of course. I'll just need some information for the delivery please. Who would you like the package delivered to? And the address?
#Person2#: Jennings motor, 11 station road.
#Person1#: Can you give me a contact name at the company please?
#Person2#: That would be Eric George. No, wait a minute. Eric's on holiday this month. Now I remember. Tom's dealing with deliveries at the moment. Tom Smith.
#Person1#: Got it. And what day would you like the package delivered?
#Person2#: Well, today is Friday, and Monday is a bank holiday. so Tuesday would be fine.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# to fill in the information and send the package to Jennings motor on Tuesday.


#Person1#: Did you start your new job this week?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. I started it the day before yesterday.
#Person1#: How do you like your new job? And how about your boss?
#Person2#: Well, it's demanding, but it's very interesting. The boss seems to be very considerate. It is said that he is kind and friendly to the employees.
#Person1#: So you're satisfied with the job, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I think I am happy with the new job.

Summary: #Person2# started the new job the day before yesterday and is satisfied with it.


#Person1#: Guess what! I know something you don't know!
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: How many planets are there in the solar system?
#Person2#: That's easy. Everyone knows that there are nine.
#Person1#: Not anymore! Can you believe it? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore!
#Person2#: Nice try. I wasn't born yesterday, you know.
#Person1#: I'm dead serious. They've decided that it's too small to be a planet, but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore.
#Person2#: That sounds crazy. But they can't just change their mind about things like that.
#Person1#: Yes, they can. If you remember correctly, people used to believe that the world was flat.
#Person2#: I suppose you're right. They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them, not the other way around.
#Person1#: We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos.
#Person2#: Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation?
#Person1#: I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way.
#Person2#: Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space?
#Person1#: I hope not. I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth.
#Person2#: You're so old-fashioned. That's what people used to think about people from another country!
#Person1#: Point taken. Hopefully one day, we'll live in an interplanetary society.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that Pluto is removed from the list of the planets in the solar system. They discuss the theory of geocentrism and flat earth, the possibility of interstellar travel, and the presence of aliens.


#Person1#: Did you enjoy the restaurant?
#Person2#: I didn't really like it all that much.
#Person1#: What do you think the problem was?
#Person2#: Well, they are pretty new. I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet.
#Person1#: How did you feel about the food?
#Person2#: The food wasn't all that exciting.
#Person1#: I don't think that the service was good, either.
#Person2#: Yes, the service certainly didn't add to the experience.
#Person1#: Would you like to return to this restaurant?
#Person2#: Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down.

Summary: #Person2# didn't enjoy the restaurant and tells #Person1# where the problems lie in.


#Person1#: Well Mr. Black, I appreciate your interest in our company, but I doubt you can do this job properly.
#Person2#: I'm sure I can do it well. I'Ve always wanted to be the best in whatever I did. Give me a chance.
#Person1#: I wish I could. But you even don't have a B. A, so I'm sorry to say there's no chance.
#Person2#: You're questioning my ability? I tell ya, I can make it! I'll talk to your boss.
#Person1#: Mr. Black, I don't think my boss will talk to you. It's a Chinaman's chance.
#Person2#: You think so? Let's take a chance!

Summary: #Person1# tells Mr.Black he isn't qualified for the job. Mr.Black feels insulted and angry.


#Person1#: What can I do for you, young man?
#Person2#: I need to rent three pairs of skates for the morning.
#Person1#: What sizes do you need?
#Person2#: One pair of 37, and two pairs of 21. One for me, and the other two for two kids.
#Person1#: Here you are. And here are three crash helmets.
#Person2#: Thanks. Well, those two kids are beginners. What should I do about their safety?
#Person1#: Well, there are a lot to do, but nothing to worry about. First, make sure they don't go far from the railings.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, maybe I should ask them just to walk along the railings.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. And remind them to be slow at the beginning, not to run into the railings.
#Person2#: OK. Anything else?
#Person1#: Never go to the center of the lake. The ice there is too thin to skate on.
#Person2#: Got it. Thanks for reminding me. And, are there any intensive training courses?

Summary: #Person2# rents three pairs of skates, one for #Person2#, and the other two for kids, from #Person1#. #Person1# offers #Person2# suggestions about the safety of skating beginners.


#Person1#: Hello. Are you the person who has a house for sale?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: Well, the advertisement says it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, just what I need for my family of six. May I ask how much you want for it?
#Person2#: I prefer not to talk about the price on the phone, but let's say it's around 150,000 dollars. I would also require 40,000 dollars to be paid at the time of buying. Why don't you come by and take a look?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not sure whether I can afford such a payment of 40,000 dollars at once. But I guess it won't hurt to see the house. If you can tell me how to get to your place from South Florida Street, my wife and I will be coming.

Summary: #Person1# phones #Person2# to inquire about the price of the house. #Person2# says it's about 150,000 dollars with a 40000-dollar down payment. #Person1#'ll come to see the house.


#Person1#: Have you ever played Making?
#Person2#: Not really, but I know it is very popular a traditional Chinese gambling game.
#Person1#: Yes, some friends play it all day, all night, and sometimes a whole weekend. I tried to read about some basic rules online, but it is hard to understand. So I went to watch people play yesterday only to find I was even more confused. I think I have to work hard on those rules and more learning by doing. Practice makes the master.
#Person2#: Typical Francis, whether you are at work, or engaged in leisure time activities, you always show the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new and improve yourself.
#Person1#: It is important to keep your mind up-to-date and active.

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person1# needs to work hard on rules of Making and practice more. #Person2# thinks #Person1# always shows the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new.


#Person1#: Mr. Hudson, where were you born and raised?
#Person2#: I was born in Chicago, but I didn't live there any more. I was raised in Washington, grew up there until I went to college in New York and then Harvard.
#Person1#: Looking back. How did you think your parents shaped your character?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to estimate entirely. I was quite fond of my parents and considered them very good people. My mother was a kind of very feminist and a well-known Jewish poet. She became internationally known. My father was a lawyer. And though it's hard to say how much they influenced me, I liked them, I respected them and I'm sure I was influenced to some degree by them.
#Person1#: You were educated in the public schools?
#Person2#: We moved almost every year, so I went to a different public school each year.
#Person1#: So you would have been in high school and what years... approximately?
#Person2#: Oh, I was in high school when... 26 or 27? I forgot. I graduated from high school in 32.
#Person1#: What did you study in university?
#Person2#: Well, that's a difficult question. I started out thinking I'd be an economist, and then I got disappointed with that. And after an odd experience in my junior year, I decided that I'd go out and study agriculture or management, but I enrolled in both for a whole year and tried to learn the required courses. I lasted a year, and then I came back to the main campus and finished up as an economics major specializing in labor economics.
#Person1#: Did you go right graduate school or join the army after you graduated from the university?
#Person2#: Well, I went to Harvard as a graduate student in philosophy in 1936, and stayed there until the war broke out. I was drafted after I took my PhD exams in the early part of 1941. So I went into the army before Pearl Harbor.

Summary: Mr. Hudson tells #Person2# that his birth place and the place he was raised. Then Mr. Hudson talks about how his parents shaped his character, his learning experience from his high school to graduate studies and the time he was drafted to enter the army.


#Person1#: Would you mind if I make a suggestion?
#Person2#: Of course not, go ahead.
#Person1#: Maybe you should try to quit smoking. You know it is very bad for your health.
#Person2#: Well, sure it is. Actually, I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago. I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day. Now I limit it to 6 cigarettes a day.
#Person1#: You have made a big progress. Quitting smoking is not an easy job. But it will be rewarding in the long run.
#Person2#: Thank you for your suggestion.
#Person1#: You're welcome.

Summary: #Person1# suggests #Person2# try to quit smoking, while #Person2# has been cutting down smoking amount since two months ago.


#Person1#: How did you first meet Jack each other?
#Person2#: That is a heavy raining afternoon. I was standing under the eaves of a shop to evade the heavy rain. It's getting dark.
#Person1#: And then?
#Person2#: I was trembling in the wind when he ran to me with an umbrella in his hand and asked, 'Where is your home? '
#Person1#: Then he sent you to your home?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: It's a romantic meeting. I can say that a hero saves a beauty.
#Person2#: He joked later that I was so poor that he had a kind of impulse to protect an ant.
#Person1#: He is so humorous.

Summary: #Person2# recalls the first time of meeting Jack when he ran to #Person2# with an umbrella. #Person1# thinks it was romantic.


#Person1#: Hi, Susan. How was your weekend?
#Person2#: It was great. I went to a small town to visit my friends.
#Person1#: That must be interesting. I've never been to a small town.
#Person2#: I think you should.
#Person1#: Yeah, if I have time. What did you do there?
#Person2#: Quite different things, no movies, no concerts. People just make their own entertainment.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: For example, on Saturday, we went to a special party.
#Person1#: A special party?
#Person2#: Yeah. Every Saturday, the whole neighborhood come together, everybody brings some food to share.
#Person1#: It's like a dinner party, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, some what.
#Person1#: What did you do on Sunday?
#Person2#: We went horse-riding, it was exciting. Beautiful farmland, cows, sheep.
#Person1#: Wow, you really enjoyed yourself.
#Person2#: Sure.

Summary: Susan tells #Person1# she went to a small town to visit her friend. On Saturday she went to a special party where the whole neighbourhood come together and on Sunday she went horse-riding.


#Person1#: What kind of music do you like listening to?
#Person2#: I like music that has a fast beat and is lively, like dance music. You know, I go to a disco almost every week. Sometimes it's too loud though. You prefer classical music, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I find it very relaxing. I often listen to Mozart or Bach in the evening after a hard day at work.
#Person2#: I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music. It's certainly more sophisticated that modern dance music.
#Person1#: Classical music is supposed to be good for you brain. Research suggest that it makes your brain more active. Students who listen to classical music while studying perform better.
#Person2#: Really? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often. I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress.
#Person1#: Yes. That's why I listen to it in the evenings. I usually play it as background music while I'm cooking or doing other housework.
#Person2#: I've got a few classical music CD's. I should follow your lead and increase my brian power.
#Person1#: You can find plenty of recording on the internet too. You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You should do the same with some music. You might find something you like. Classical music might make you clever, but dance might make you livelier and happier.
#Person1#: That's true. There's clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people. Music can influence a person's feeling and character.

Summary: #Person2# likes dance music, while #Person1# prefers classic music. #Person1# says classic music is good for the brain and #Person2# says dance music also makes people livelier and happier. #Person1# advises #Person2# to listen to the samples on the Internet and buy cheap ones.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries.
#Person1#: Would you like anything to drink with that?
#Person2#: Yes, a medium Coke.
#Person1#: Will that be all?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: For here or to go?
#Person2#: To go, please. ( The attendant hands the customer his order. )
#Person1#: That'll be $ 4. 25. . . ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill. ) . . . out of five. Here is your change, sir. Have a nice day.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# order a cheeseburger, French fries, and a Coke.


#Person1#: Why are you so rude to your wife?
#Person2#: I didn't like her butting in where I didn't want her. She's a chatter box.
#Person1#: But she means to help you, not to trouble you.
#Person2#: I know. But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point.

Summary: #Person1# can't stand his wife butting in when he was trying to emphasize a point.


#Person1#: Waiter, I would like to order now.
#Person2#: Sure. What do you want to have today?
#Person1#: Cream soup and steak, please.
#Person2#: How do you like your steak?
#Person1#: Excuse me, what does that mean?
#Person2#: Well, there are several kinds of steaks. For example, you can have your steaks medium-rare, medium-well or well-done.
#Person1#: Thanks for your explanation, I would like it well-done.

Summary: #Person1# orders cream soup and well-done steak with #Person2#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Out of every movie that you've seen, which one is your favorite?
#Person2#: I'm going to have to say that Superbad is the best movie ever.
#Person1#: You think so, how come?
#Person2#: Well, Superbad is super funny.
#Person1#: You're not lying, I found that movie absolutely hilarious.
#Person2#: I didn't know that you saw Superbad before.
#Person1#: I made sure to be in line to see it the first day it came out.
#Person2#: I couldn't keep from laughing throughout the whole movie.
#Person1#: I was laughing hysterically the whole time ; my stomach muscles hurt afterwards.
#Person2#: That's exactly how I felt.
#Person1#: I got the movie when it came out on DVD, do you want to come over?
#Person2#: I would love to.

Summary: Both #Person1# and #Person2# think Superbad is funny. They can't stop laughing when they watch it. #Person1# invites #Person2# to see it together.


#Person1#: I've been so stressed these days.
#Person2#: What's the matter? Are you OK?
#Person1#: I don't know where to go for college, and what to major in.
#Person2#: Don't worry. You have plenty of time to decide.
#Person1#: And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition. I want to get the burden off my family.
#Person2#: You always worry too much about everything. Take it easy, honey. You are good enough. You can go to the ideal college.
#Person1#: OK, OK. I'm so sorry. By the way, for you, is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work?
#Person2#: In a perfect world, I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much, and make lots of money!
#Person1#: OK, honey, stop dreaming. You should face the reality.
#Person2#: That's only a joke. To be honest, I have to improve my English, because my English is not good enough. I still get confused about some simple grammars. Since you are quite good at it, do you have any suggestions?
#Person1#: En, first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class. Second, I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center.
#Person2#: Is the training center helpful?
#Person1#: I think so. Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation.

Summary: #Person1# has been stressed worrying about the college entrance and major choice. #Person2# tells #Person1# to take it easy. #Person2# wants to improve English. #Person1# suggests #Person2# concentrate on what the teacher said in class and take an additional course in some training centre.


#Person1#: How was your shopping trip Martin?
#Person2#: Actually it was the most interesting day I'Ve had so far.
#Person1#: Oh really? Did you find any bargains?
#Person2#: I did! I found this lovely teapot. It was the best one I saw in the shops.
#Person1#: And how did you get around town?
#Person2#: I took a taxi. It seemed the easiest thing to do.
#Person1#: Right, so you didn't get lost?
#Person2#: I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China. They soon showed me the way!

Summary: Matin tells #Person1# about his interesting shopping trip.


#Person1#: What do you do besides work and watching TV?
#Person2#: When I have some time, I like to exercise.
#Person1#: Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club?
#Person2#: I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago.
#Person1#: How do you exercise?
#Person2#: I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the Carpio, and then I lift weight for about 45 minutes.
#Person1#: How often do you go?
#Person2#: I want to go four times a week, but I'm too lazy. Last week, I only went to workout once.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# goes to a health club sometimes besides works and watching TV.


#Person1#: Tony, we should have a look at the schools before deciding where we move. Our daughter needs to have a good education.
#Person2#: Right. I've got some information about some schools in Brighton from the district office.
#Person1#: Good. It appears there are five high schools, three state schools and two private.
#Person2#: I don't know if we want private schools, do we?
#Person1#: No, it's too expensive for us.
#Person2#: I would like our child to go to a state school.
#Person1#: Ah, here. Our daughter isn't good at sports or music, but has a good sense of fashion. We could send her to a school with good vocational training, such as designing or modeling.
#Person2#: What about Brighton Art School?
#Person1#: Then, what are the schools like academically? I mean, how many children go on to University every year?
#Person2#: Well, Simon Grammar School is very good. About 80% of their students go onto University. And the art school is even better with a number of students reaching 90%. George High School isn't so good, only 38%.
#Person1#: Well, it seems Brighton Art School is a good choice.

Summary: #Person1# and Tony are talking about which school their daughter should go to. Tony wants her to a state school and #Person2# also wants it to have vocational training. They compare different schools and finally choose Brighton Art School.


#Person1#: Thanks for coming golfing with me today, Carl.
#Person2#: No problem, Marge. I need to work on my swing. And this weather is just amazing.
#Person1#: I only play on days like this-sunny but cool with a soft breeze.
#Person2#: How long has it been since you last played?
#Person1#: Too long-almost six months. I used to play at least once a month, though.
#Person2#: Oh, really? I try to play at least once every other week.
#Person1#: Well, then you can help me with my game.
#Person2#: No problem.

Summary: Marge hasn't played golf for a long time, but Carl plays frequently. Carl will help Marge with the game.


#Person1#: Hey, Adam. I'm worried about my sister, Alice. She's in college and has just declared art as her major.
#Person2#: Why does that worry you? I've seen her paintings. She's very talented in art.
#Person1#: I know, but I'm afraid that once she graduates, she won't be able to make ends meet. It is said that most artists only make about 60% of what the average person makes a year. What's more, it's harder for art majors to find a full time job. But she doesn't seem too concerned.
#Person2#: But you're forgetting that there's even more for them to choose. Alice loves art and that's what's important. Even if she can't make much money, she'll be happy and emotionally satisfied.
#Person1#: But she'll have bills to pay. It's going to be hard for her to lead a lifestyle on what an artist makes.
#Person2#: Don't be worried. And I know what you mean. Let's have a talk with Alice and listen to her.
#Person1#: OK, if she insists on her idea, we'll support her.

Summary: #Person1# is worried about #Person1#'s sister who has just declared art as her major because #Person1# is afraid that she won't be able to make ends meet. #Person2# suggests talking with Alice and listening to her.


#Person1#: You ready?
#Person2#: Am I ready for what?
#Person1#: Are you ready to transfer to a new school tomorrow?
#Person2#: Oh. Yes, I'm ready to transfer.
#Person1#: You're not nervous, are you?
#Person2#: I'm very nervous.
#Person1#: Why are you nervous?
#Person2#: I'm not going to know anybody there.
#Person1#: That's not a problem.
#Person2#: That makes me nervous.
#Person1#: It's fun meeting new people.
#Person2#: I didn't think about it that way.

Summary: #Person2# is ready to transfer to another school and tells #Person1# #Person2#'s nervous.


#Person1#: Office software like Windows might be one of the best inventions in this information age. It saves us from so much work and makes the communication even around the world much easier.
#Person2#: Fully agree. I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel. The latest office equipment is more type-functional. It combines fax machine, copy machine and printer in one. It saves a lot of place one machine instead of three.
#Person1#: Yes, this machine is even smaller than those before.
#Person2#: When will we get one of those?
#Person1#: You know our boss always trying to save the last penny. We have to use up the equipment first.

Summary: #Person1# thinks office software makes global communication much easier. #Person2# agrees and talks about the latest office equipment which is type-functional.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Can you speak Chinese? I like Chinese very much.
#Person2#: Yes, I'm from Taiwan. I came here to study political science, but my English needs improving. I make too many grammatical mistakes.
#Person1#: I want to study Mandarin and international relations. Maybe we could do a language exchange.
#Person2#: You mean, you and I?
#Person1#: Yes, why not? I mean, if you often come to this cafe too, we could meet here and practice Chinese and English.
#Person2#: Sounds like a good idea. How often would you like to do it?
#Person1#: Let me see. I think I could spend 2 hours a week in language exchange.
#Person2#: How would we spend the 2 hours?
#Person1#: First, we could spend an hour working on your English.
#Person2#: And then the next hour, I would help you with your Chinese.
#Person1#: Right. But when is it convenient to meet?
#Person2#: I am free from now until 11:30 every Monday morning. And you?
#Person1#: I'm free then. It's a deal.

Summary: #Person1# wants to learn Chinese and #Person2# wants to improve English. They decide to do a language exchange for 2 hours per week. They will meet every Monday morning in the cafe.


#Person1#: Excuse me.
#Person2#: Hello sir, may I help you?
#Person1#: Yes. Can I see that T-shirt on the top shelf please?
#Person2#: Sure. Here it is.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: 50 dollars.
#Person1#: 50 dollars. That's too much.
#Person2#: How about this one? It's on sale for only 35 dollars.
#Person1#: I don't like that one.
#Person2#: How about the one next to the black gloves? It's very similar to the one you like.
#Person1#: That's nice. How much is it?
#Person2#: 30 dollars.
#Person1#: That'll be fine.
#Person2#: Is this color OK, or would you like a different color?
#Person1#: That blue one's fine.
#Person2#: Do you need any more of these shirts?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: How many do you want?
#Person1#: I'll take two more, a red one and a white one.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# choose T-shirts and #Person1# buys three in different colors from #Person2#.


#Person1#: Hello, Lincoln Bank. Kristy speaking, how may I help you today?
#Person2#: Hello, Kristy. Could I speak to the department that deals with credit card applications, please?
#Person1#: I can deal with that, Sir. Are you interested in our personal or corporate card?
#Person2#: The personal card, please. Is it possible to take care of this over the phone?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Sir, but you will need to come in to your local branch to deal with the application procedure. Come in and fill out an application form and let us have a duplicate of your ID card. You'll also need a copy of your guarantor's and he or she will need to sign the form, too.
#Person2#: OK. . . and what deposit do I need? I mean, is there a minimum deposit?
#Person1#: You'll need to deposit 1, 500 RMB initially. There will also be some small additional charges for this service.
#Person2#: That's no problem. How long will the whole thing take? A week? 10 days?
#Person1#: It should all be sorted out within 5 working days after receipt of the required documents.
#Person2#: Right, I'll contact my guarantor now and we'll come in within the next couple of days. Thanks very much for your help. Goodbye.

Summary: #Person2# calls Lincoln Bank to learn about the credit card. Kristy answers and tells #Person2# what he should do to open a personal card.


#Person1#: Let's go see pandas! The news said that two pandas arrived at the zoo last week.
#Person2#: Great! I would like to see cute pandas, too.
#Person1#: How can we get there?
#Person2#: We can take the MET and get off at the Zoo Station.
#Person1#: OK! Let's go.
#Person2#: ( At the zoo ) Wow! This zoo is really huge.
#Person1#: Yes, you can find hundreds of various animals here. It is the biggest zoo in Taiwan.
#Person2#: Look at the map. It has different areas, such as marine lives, mammals, polar animals and insects.
#Person1#: Where can find the pandas? I think we are here to see the pandas.
#Person2#: We have to go to the mammal area. We are at the gate right now. We need to go straight from here and turn left and go along to the end and make anotherleft turn.
#Person1#: It should take at least 20 minutes to get there. Are there any shuttle buses running place to place around the whole zoo?

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# go to the zoo to see the newly-arrived pandas, but it's difficult to find the pandas because it's the biggest zoo in Taiwan. They have to go to the mammal area which is far away.


#Person1#: Even with volume sales our costs for the Exec User won't go down much.
#Person2#: Just what are you proposing?
#Person1#: We could take a cut on the price. But 25 % would reduce much our profit margin. We suggest a compromise 10 %.
#Person2#: That's a big change from 25 %! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit. Any other ideas?
#Person1#: I don't think I can change it right now. Why don't we talk again tomorrow?
#Person2#: Sure. I have to talk to my office anyway. I hope we can find some common ground on this.
#Person1#: Robert, I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed, but we can try to come up with something else.
#Person2#: I hope so, Dana. My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal, but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground.
#Person1#: I understand. We propose a structured deal. For the first six months, we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 %.
#Person2#: Dana. I can't bring those numbers back to my office, they'll turn it down flat.
#Person1#: Then you'll have to think of something better, Robert.

Summary: Dana and Robert are discussing a deal. Dana suggests a reduction of 10%, but Robert says it's beyond the negotiating limit. They decide to talk again tomorrow. Dana proposes a structured deal but Robert still finds it hard to accept.


#Person1#: Now, you are to board the plane. We're sorry that we haven't done much to help you when you stayed in China.
#Person2#: I appreciate what you have done for me. Everything I have seen here has left a deep impression on me. I really don't know how to express my thanks to you.
#Person1#: We are ready to help you.
#Person2#: Will you be kind to say ' Thank you ' to Mr. Zhang and other friends for me?
#Person1#: I'd like to. I'm sure your visit will help to promote the friendship and understanding between both of us. Welcome to China again.
#Person2#: Of course, I will. Well, it's time for me to say goodbye. The plane will take off soon. Hope some day you will come to America for a visit.
#Person1#: Thank you. I will if I have chance. Goodbye and happy landing!
#Person2#: Goodbye!

Summary: #Person2# express gratitude to #Person1# and #Person2#'s friends. #Person1# thinks visiting as a great way to promote the friendship between them. #Person2# then leaves to catch the plane.


#Person1#: Hello! Is your company advertising for administrative assistant on the newspapers?
#Person2#: Well, Administrative assistant with shorthand and typing skills are badly needed here.
#Person1#: First I want to check about the availability and see if you could give me more information.
#Person2#: The position calls for a person with some working experience. We must be able to benefit from your analytical and interpersonal skills. Can you deliver your resume to us first?
#Person1#: Of course. I will deliver my resume to you in minutes ' time. I hope you will consider my application and I shall appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience.
#Person2#: OK. I will call you soon. Bye now.
#Person1#: Bye.

Summary: #Person1# calls #Person2# to ask details about the position of administrative assistant. #Person1# will deliver the resume to #Person2# in munites' time.


#Person1#: Could you give me something for the pain? I couldn't get to sleep until 3 o'clock this morning.
#Person2#: Aspirin is the strongest medicine I can give you.
#Person1#: That isn't strong enough, and I don't have to meet my doctor until next week.
#Person2#: Who is your doctor?
#Person1#: Dr. Hilary.
#Person2#: Doesn't he have his office on the corner?
#Person1#: Yes, he does.
#Person2#: Are you a regular patient?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Oh. Then I can call him if you like. Dr. Hilary will give me a pain treatment over the phone.
#Person1#: I'd appreciate that very much. Do you think that he'll still be in his office?
#Person2#: Sure. It's only 4:30. He should be there until five.

Summary: #Person2# decides to call Dr.Hilary to find a stronger pain treatment over the phone for #Person1#.


#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Smith. I'm afraid Dr. Brown won't be able to see you today. He's still waiting for a flight out of New York. He said he would meet you tomorrow afternoon. Is it OK?
#Person2#: Sounds good. Thank you for calling.

Summary: #Person1# calls Mr. Smith to tell him Dr. Brown won't be able to see him today and changes the appointment to tomorrow afternoon.


#Person1#: Hello. This is the emergency 911 operator.
#Person2#: Help. Help. Please help me!
#Person1#: Yes sir. Please calm down and explain exactly what is happening.
#Person2#: Calm down! My car is stalled on the freeway, I have a lady passenger, and she's going into labor.
#Person1#: Now relax sir. Explain exactly where you are.
#Person2#: I'm ... I'm in the southbound lane of the Lincoln Expressway, about 15 miles from the Washington Tunnel, and this lady isn't going to wait.
#Person1#: Okay. What's your name sir and your passenger's?
#Person2#: It's ... it's Bob, and I have no idea about the woman. She's in no condition to tell me.
#Person1#: Okay, now what's the nearest landmark to your location? Pay careful attention.
#Person2#: Umm, I see golden arches ... McDonalds.
#Person1#: Okay, is there anyone else with you?
#Person2#: No, and I've tried to get someone else to stop. [The sound of a bottle breaking.]
#Person1#: Hey, what was that? [Ahhhh!]
#Person2#: Ah, someone threw a bottle at me. How soon can someone get here?
#Person1#: I've just dispatched an ambulance to your location. They should be there any second.
#Person2#: Hey, is there anything I can do while we wait for the ambulance?
#Person1#: Yes, uh, keep her calm and warm.
#Person2#: Okay. Please hurry. Oh, they're too late. It's a boy!

Summary: #Person2# calls 911 for help, saying #Person2#'s car is stalled on the freeway and a lady passenger is going into labor, stating the nearest landmark to the location is McDonalds'. After #Person1# just sent an ambulance, the lady has had a boy.


#Person1#: Do you know that the dolphin is the most intelligent animal in the world?
#Person2#: Yes. Dolphins have a big brain and they are very smart. They are also the fastest swimmers in the world.
#Person1#: They must be amazing animals.
#Person2#: They are. I read a story about a dolphin saving a A from drowning in the sea.
#Person1#: I read that story too. They seem to be able to understand men.
#Person2#: They sure can. Maybe they can interact with men better than monkeys and apes.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# agree that dolphins are smart and amazing because they're the fastest swimmers and they understand men.


#Person1#: You will never guess where my family is going for summer vacation.
#Person2#: Let me try. It has to be somewhere amazing, and far away. . . Egypt?
#Person1#: How in the world did you guess that? Did someone tell you already?
#Person2#: Yes. I overheard your mom and my mom talking in the grocery store.
#Person1#: I want to ride a camel and definitely see the pyramids!
#Person2#: I wish our family took outrageous summer vacations like yours.
#Person1#: It helps that my dad is an archaeologist.
#Person2#: We'll get to go fishing at the river. I hate fish.

Summary: #Person1#'s family will go to Egypt for summer vacation while #Person2#'s family will go fishing though #Person2# hates fish.


#Person1#: Excuse me, madame. Could I have a few minutes of your time, please?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I'm Daniel Robinson and I represent Kruzel Automaten's limited. You see, our company has produced a robot. It seems that you live alone. You might be interested in it.
#Person2#: Can she help with my housework?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: What if I want the floor cleaned? Can she do it?
#Person1#: Certaintly, she can finish cleaning the floor within 10 minutes. She's a real wonder.
#Person2#: What about the power connection? Does she operate on batteries?
#Person1#: No, just put it under the sun once a week.
#Person2#: It really looks nice. What's the cost of this robot?
#Person1#: Only $10,000.
#Person2#: Wow! That costs an arm and a leg. I don't think I can afford it.

Summary: Daniel Robinson recommends the robot produced by his company and introduces its functions. #Person2# thinks it's nice but cannot afford it.


#Person1#: Hi, Lily. Great graduation party, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, everyone here is having a good time. Any ideas for the future?
#Person1#: Well, I'm interested in finance and my uncle runs a company in Hong Kong, so I decided to go to Hong Kong University.
#Person2#: Sounds great. Hong Kong is an international financial center. You will surely go far there.
#Person1#: What about you?
#Person2#: I'd like to go to university in Beijing.
#Person1#: What do you want to take as your major, computer science or medicine?
#Person2#: I prefer medicine. It's always being my dream to be a doctor.

Summary: #Person1# is going to Hong Kong University to study finance. Lily is going to a university in Beijing to study medicine.


#Person1#: Is this the foreign exchange department?
#Person2#: Yes, can I help you?
#Person1#: I need some US Dollars.
#Person2#: What kind of currency have you got?
#Person1#: RIB. By the way, what is the exchange rate today?
#Person2#: One US Dollars in cash is equivalent t0 7. 9 Yuan.
#Person1#: And I want to change 4000 Yuan.
#Person2#: Minus the fee. Here are your dollars. Please sign here.
#Person1#: OK, thank you.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# change 4000 yuan to US dollars.


#Person1#: I am waiting for a fax but just now I found there ' s something wrong with the fax machine.
#Person2#: What ' s wrong with the fax machine? Is it urgent?
#Person1#: Yes, very urgent. And there is no other fax machine around. And the office of our boss is closed, so I can not use his machine either. And his secretary is out. Do you have any suggestion?
#Person2#: Either call this extension number 0085 or ask them to send the fax to you as e-mail, you print it out.

Summary: #Person1# needs to use the fax machine urgently but it's not working properly. #Person2# suggests #Person1# call an extension number for help.


#Person1#: Kathy, do I look heavy?
#Person2#: No, you look fine. You look very healthy.
#Person1#: Yeah, but I'm heavy.
#Person2#: I don't think so. How often do you exercise?
#Person1#: Hardly ever, I don't like to exercise.
#Person2#: But you play tennis, don't you?
#Person1#: Oh, yeah, 3 or 4 times a week.
#Person2#: Well, that's a good exercise. Do you walk very much?
#Person1#: I walked to school everyday.
#Person2#: Great. Do you eat a lot of junk food?
#Person1#: No, I hardly ever eat it, but I eat fruit and vegetables once a day.
#Person2#: How often do you go to the doctor?
#Person1#: Twice a year.
#Person2#: So you exercise, you eat well, you see your doctor, you are fine. You look fine.

Summary: #Person1# asks Kathy if #Person1# looks heavy and tells Kathy about #Person1#'s lifestyle. Kathy assures #Person1# #Person1# looks fine.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, Ladies. May I help you?
#Person2#: Can we have two a joining double room, sir?
#Person1#: Have you made a reservation ladies?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not.
#Person1#: One moment, please. I have to check if there are room available. I'm sorry ladies. We have only two double room available, but they are on different floors. Would you mind that?
#Person2#: We prefer they are on same floor because we have a problem check late that night.
#Person1#: May I suggest family sweet? You all just have a consolation.
#Person2#: what's it like?
#Person1#: It's a big room with a king - size double bed and two single beds. You'Ve get also an roller-wheels.
#Person2#: That's great. How much is it?
#Person1#: 2000 Hongkong dollars per night plus ten percent service charge and five percent government tax.
#Person2#: That's fine.
#Person1#: But, ladies, the room's not yet ready. It will be delay about half an hour. Perhaps you can fill the registration form first. And rest at the lobby for a while. We'll let you know when the room ' s ready.
#Person2#: Alright. thanks.
#Person1#: Ladies, Hotel policy requires one nine of room charge as deposit.
#Person2#: Do you take traveller's check?
#Person1#: Yes, we do, Madam. Thank you, madam. Here's our welcome brochure with all of information of our facilities. My name is John. If you need any help do let me know. I'm at your service.

Summary: #Person2# wants a joining double room but #Person1# says it's unavailable and recommends a family suite. #Person2# agrees. #Person2#'ll wait for half an hour to check in and deposit one nine of room charge.


#Person1#: Have you watched today's news?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. What's going on?
#Person1#: Did you hear about last night's blackout?
#Person2#: Yes. The lights were out all night.
#Person1#: Some people went looting because of the blackout.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: People decided to use the blackout to their advantage.
#Person2#: People went out and looted?
#Person1#: I guess they broke into about four stores.
#Person2#: Did the police find who did it?
#Person1#: There's no evidence of who it was.
#Person2#: I hope we don't have any more blackouts.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# some people went looting during the blackout. #Person2# hopes no more blackout.


#Person1#: Jason, would you tell us a little about how you became a writer?
#Person2#: Well, when I was at school, I wrote stories. Later on, I wrote for The Western Teacher and various other magazines before I got into writing books.
#Person1#: How great you are!

Summary: Jason tells #Person1# how he became a writer.


#Person1#: So, do you have any special plans for this year?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm going to join the Drama Club.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'd like to act in the school play. How about you? Are you going to do anything special this year?
#Person1#: Well, I really want to learn to play the guitar, so I'm going to take music lessons. I'd love to play in a band some day.
#Person2#: Wow, that's great.
#Person1#: And I'm going to study a lot this year. I have to get good grades.
#Person2#: So do I!

Summary: #Person2#'s going to join the Drama Club this year and #Person1#'s going to take music lessons. They're both going to study a lot.


#Person1#: Would you like me to help you on your new project?
#Person2#: I would love the help! Would you prefer helping with the writing part or is programming more your thing?
#Person1#: I would enjoy helping with the writing portion.
#Person2#: Perfect! You'll be working alone on that portion. Do you like to work alone?
#Person1#: That is OK sometimes.
#Person2#: Our first meeting is next Monday. Could you meet with us at that time?
#Person1#: No, I can't be there.
#Person2#: Please send me your background information before the meeting so I can look at it.
#Person1#: I can send that information to you.
#Person2#: OK. I look forward to working with you. Enjoy your week!

Summary: #Person2# will help #Person1# with the writing part alone but #Person1# cannot join the meeting tomorrow, so #Person2# asks #Person1# to send background information before the meeting.


#Person1#: Hello, Louise. Have you seen my new supermarket yet?
#Person2#: Yes. I've heard of it actually. I suppose you must like it.
#Person1#: Yes, I mean it's marvelous.
#Person2#: Oh, Jeff. I really can't agree. I don't like it at all. My shop is much better.
#Person1#: You must be mad. I think it's really...you know...so easy to buy everything in one place.
#Person2#: Yes, it's easy. But don't you think the food isn't...I mean small shops usually have much fresher food.
#Person1#: Maybe, but you pay for it. Small shops are more expensive, aren't they?
#Person2#: Yes, I agree with you, but supermarket staff are badly paid and they are really...but you get better service in small shops. They are much more friendly.
#Person1#: No, everyone in my supermarket is very nice.

Summary: Jeff asks Louise's opinion about Jeff's new supermarket, but Louise doesn't like it at all as the food isn't fresh. Louise prefers small shops for their better service though they are more expensive.


#Person1#: How much is this piano, please?
#Person2#: $1000.
#Person1#: My god! That's a fortune!
#Person2#: But you must realize that this is the most famous brand.
#Person1#: But it's too dear for me.
#Person2#: That's the best piano hit our store.
#Person1#: I just want to get one for my daughter to learn how to play the piano.
#Person2#: Then how about this one made in New York? It's priced at only $620.
#Person1#: I hope its quality is guaranteed.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, madam. As ours is a well known store, our goods are always dependable.
#Person1#: Can you make it any cheaper? It's the first time that I've visited your store.
#Person2#: For the first time, I'll make it an even figure $600.
#Person1#: Thank you. By the way, can you have it delivered?
#Person2#: Yes, of course, madam. We will deliver it free of charge.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# about the price of pianos in #Person2#'s store. #Person1# bargains with #Person2# on a piano made in New York and #Person2# offers with a cheaper price and a free delivery.


#Person1#: Hi Sweetie. Welcome home. We're ready to eat.
#Person2#: Well, there's something I ...
#Person1#: We have salmon and your favorite salad.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. That sounds ... great.
#Person1#: Um, what's ... what's the deal? I worked really hard. Look, Look. For dessert, I made apple pie.
#Person2#: Well ... under most circumstances ...
#Person1#: Hon. What's? You ... I've never made a pie before. It took me like three hours.
#Person2#: Well, to be honest ...
#Person1#: What's wrong? [ Man laughing. ] Don't you like my cooking?
#Person2#: No, no, no.
#Person1#: I worked really hard!
#Person2#: I know, I know, I know, but to be honest, I just had a hamburger, fries, and a chocolate shake.
#Person1#: Why? WHY?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I didn't know.
#Person1#: I told you this morning I was making something nice. Didn't you listen?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I forgot. I mean ... Wait ...
#Person1#: Serious.
#Person2#: Yeah, wait. Wait, wait. What are you doing? Why are you putting the food in my shoes?
#Person1#: So you can enjoy it as you walk to work tomorrow.
#Person2#: Oh, no. I'm sorry!

Summary: #Person1# has prepared the meal for #Person2# but #Person2# has finished the meal before getting home. #Person1# is angry and put the food in #Person2#'s shoes.


#Person1#: What would you like for dessert?
#Person2#: What do you have?
#Person1#: I have apple pie, ice cream, chocolate cake and fruit cocktail.
#Person2#: Can I have apple pie with ice cream?
#Person1#: Of course. I made the apple pie this morning, so it's lovely and fresh.
#Person2#: I love your home-made apple pie. It's delicious. Can I have another glass of lemonade as well?
#Person1#: Sure. Can you get it yourself, it's in the refrigerator.
#Person2#: Ok. Would you like a drink too?
#Person1#: Yes, I'll have an ice tea. You see it next to the lemonade.
#Person2#: Are you having any dessert?
#Person1#: I'll have apple pie too, but without ice cream. I have to watch my weight.

Summary: #Person2# wants to have apple pie with ice cream and another glass of lemonade. #Person1# will have ice tea and apple pie without ice cream because #Person2# has to watch #Person2#'s weight.


#Person1#: Can you tell me what's included in your warranty?
#Person2#: Certainly. The product has a two-year guarantee. If it breaks down during that period we offer a replacement unit completely free of charge. Our products are very reliable but we recommend you take out an extended warranty. This covers you for a further two years.
#Person1#: I see. What does that include?
#Person2#: It covers all parts and labour, except for normal wear and tear of course.
#Person1#: What sort of response time do you guarantee?
#Person2#: Our engineers are on call 24 hours a day. We guarantee someone will be with you within four hours, but in practice it's often much sooner.
#Person1#: Are there any exclusions?
#Person2#: Not really. It's a very comprehensive warranty. I ' ll put a copy in the post to you and you can read through the small print.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that the warranty includes a two-year guarantee and all parts and labor. An extended warranty covers 2 years further. The service is available for 24 hours.


#Person1#: What are you doing here, Tom?
#Person2#: I am organizing my fishing equipment.
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: I'm going fishing with my best friend.
#Person1#: So you really like fishing huh?
#Person2#: Yeah, I do.
#Person1#: When did you first become interested in fishing?
#Person2#: Long ago. You know my father really likes fishing. When I was a child, he took my brother and me to the riverside to go fishing. It was around that time that I started to get into it.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.

Summary: Tom is going fishing and he has been interested in it since he was a child.


#Person1#: Sometimes I wish I could live on a deserted island.
#Person2#: Why do you feel that way? I don't think I could stand being away from people for so long.
#Person1#: Who said it had to be long? I'd like to live there for just half a year or so. It'll be fun to try it out. I read about a young guy who ran his own Internet business. He could do all his work online. So it didn't really matter where he lived. One day, he decided that he was sick of being around people and doing all the regular things that he did. He wanted a break, but not just a little vacation. So he found a beautiful small island, where he could live quietly without anyone around him. He caught his own fish, filled containers with rainwater and connected to the Internet through satellite. He did this for 6 months and then came back into society.
#Person2#: It must have been a wild experience. I'm impressed.
#Person1#: Yeah, me too. He's my hero.

Summary: #Person1# wants to live on an island for some time and tells #Person2# about the reason. #Person1# tells a story of a guy living isolated and #Person1# regards this guy as #Person1#'s hero.


#Person1#: Excuse me. but I think you made a wrong turn. You are supposed to turn left on Rosen Boulevard.
#Person2#: Oh. I'm sorry. Didn't you say 1323 Willson?
#Person1#: No, 3023. It's OK though. You don't have to take me there, I can walk from here.
#Person2#: Why don't I just make a U turn at the corner?
#Person1#: Well, you shouldn't make a U turn there. It's the one-way, street. See the sign up the head?
#Person2#: Well, maybe if I turn left here I can comedown the next street,
#Person1#: You can't do that either during the rush hour. Really though, don't go to any trouble. Sometimes one can wait 30 minutes for a taxi. So I'm happy to get this close,
#Person2#: Thirty minutes! I've been riding around all day looking for passengers.

Summary: #Person1# made a wrong turn and drives into a wrong road so #Person2# decides to walk to the destination. #Person1# proposes several alternatives but #Person2# refuses.


#Person1#: I'd like to reserve two tickets on Saturday, the 10th.
#Person2#: For which movie, madam?
#Person1#: Um...for Dark and Stormy Night, please.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, that show is sold out.
#Person1#: Well, how about on the 11th?
#Person2#: Yes, madam, we do have tickets for that show.
#Person1#: Are there any seats left in the middle?
#Person2#: Yes, but they're not next to each other. If you want them together, we still have seats in the front and at the back.
#Person1#: The front row sounds good. How much are the tickets?
#Person2#: $13 total.
#Person1#: Okay. Can I use my credit card?
#Person2#: Sure. Could you give me your name, the name of your card, the card number, please?
#Person1#: Uh, just a second. I have to get my credit card out.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# reserve two tickets for the movie named Dark and Stormy Night on the 11th and book the front seats.


#Person1#: I'm about to run out of business cards. I need some new ones.
#Person2#: We can print as many as you like. Just tell me how many.
#Person1#: Two thousand should get me through the year.
#Person2#: Here's a form to get you started.
#Person1#: My old card is perfect, so all I want you to do is copy it exactly.
#Person2#: I think you'll be very pleased with how well we duplicate your old card.
#Person1#: . . . Here you go
#Person2#: Thanks. Come back here next Wednesday to pick up your order, please.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but can you give me a three-day turnaround?
#Person2#: If you don't mind paying a little extra, it's absolutely no problem.

Summary: #Person1# pays #Person2# to print #Person1#'s old business cards and asks for a three-day turnaround. #Person2# tells #Person1# it'll cost a little extra.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I want to have a suit made to measure.
#Person1#: No problem. How would you like your suit?
#Person2#: One Made in 100 % black Barathea wool, with 5 Celtic buttons.
#Person1#: That's fine. You can get it 6 days later.

Summary: #Person2# wants a suit made in 100 % black Barathea wool, with 5 Celtic buttons.