#Person1#: So how did I do?
#Person2#: Not too good, I'm sorry.
#Person1#: I lost?
#Person2#: It was close. To be honest, you had the lowest price by three cents per hint, but they didn't like your delivery date. Acme promised them almost a full month sooner.
#Person1#: So the price was good?
#Person2#: Yes, they loved the price, the delivery date was the problem. They just didn't want to cut the delivery date that close. If something went wrong and you didn't deliver, we might not be able to get stock in time for Christmas. If you could have been two or three weeks faster on delivery, they might have gone with you.
#Person1#: So I didn't miss by much then.
#Person2#: No. It was very close and they argued over the bid for a long time. Better luck next time.
#Person1#: I knew the delivery was slow but I figured the price would win it for me.
#Person2#: That's possible, Bill. But the price would have to have been a lot lower, like around fifty cents per unit.

Summary: #Person2# tells Bill that he has lost the competitive tender because they didn't like his delivery date although the price was good.


#Person1#: Well Rebecca, is there anything else you need to know for now?
#Person2#: I don't think so, Mr. Parsons. I think you have covered all the main points for me.
#Person1#: Okay well listen, here is my business card with my mobile number. If any other questions spring to mind don't hesitate to contact me. Of course you can also call Miss Childs too.
#Person2#: Great. Rmm, when can I expect to hear from you?
#Person1#: Well, we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow, so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week. Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday. How does that sound?
#Person2#: That sounds perfect. Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr. Parsons.
#Person1#: The pleasure's all mine, Rebecca.
#Person2#: I hope to hear from you very soon.
#Person1#: Absolutely. Thanks for coming Rebecca. Goodbye.

Summary: Mr. Parsons tells Rebecca she can call him if she has other questions. They will have a decision made by early next week and Miss Childs will call her to discuss more.


#Person1#: Here we come.
#Person2#: Thank you. What's the fare?
#Person1#: $ 10.
#Person2#: How can it be?
#Person1#: Well, the rate is two dollars for the first two kilometers and twenty cents for each additional two hundred meters.
#Person2#: I see. Thanks for your drive.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# the fare of taking a taxi.


#Person1#: Operator. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to make a person-to-person call to Beijing, China. The number is 2135367 8, and I want to speak to Mr. Zhang.
#Person1#: To Mr. Zhang in at 2135-3678?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: May I have your name and telephone number?
#Person2#: My name is Luo Gang, and the phone number is 513-3284.
#Person1#: Mr. Luo, will you hold the line, please - - - Mr. Luo, there is no Zhang at that number. Will you check the number again, please?
#Person2#: What the number I gave you, operator?
#Person1#: It's 2135-3678.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. should have been 2135-3668, not 3678. I've given you a wrong number.
#Person1#: Are you sure this time?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: OK. Let me try again.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: Luo Gang calls the operator to speak to Mr. Zhang. Luo gives a number but corrects it after the operator tells him to check again.


#Person1#: Excuse me, I'd like to borrow these books.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but we can only lend you 10 books at a time.
#Person1#: 10? I thought it was unlimited.
#Person2#: The rules have changed. Some students were taking out all the books for one topic and not returning them. That would give them a disadvantage over the other students in their class.
#Person1#: Really? I can't imagine who would do such a thing. I guess I should put some of these books back. Sorry about the extra work.
#Person2#: It shouldn't be a problem. They look like they're all from the same shelf.

Summary: #Person1# wants to borrow some books but #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can't borrow more than 10 books at a time and explains.


#Person1#: I'm calling to ask about your apartment advertised.
#Person2#: Yes, we've got great apartments with charming environment and nice scenery. And they are all newly renovated.
#Person1#: That sounds fantastic! But I am looking for something closer to the downtown, as I spend most of my time at the office.
#Person2#: No problem. We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square. It's perfect for people busy with office work. It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details.
#Person1#: I'm sure it is wonderful, but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost.
#Person2#: Ah! I get your point. We have just what you need. Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans. The one bedroom apartments are very economical, but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space. I think you can find the right apartment there.
#Person1#: Great! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon. Could you tell me the detailed address?
#Person2#: Of course. It's just at 19 Lingual Road. You can phone me again if you cann't find the right place.
#Person1#: Ok. Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# is looking for an unfurnished apartment with a lower cost near downtown. #Person2# recommends Jinyuan apartments. #Person1# asks for its address and will see it tomorrow afternoon.


#Person1#: Good morning, you look very tired.
#Person2#: Yes, I nearly didn't sleep last night.
#Person1#: Did you hold a party or something else yesterday?
#Person2#: No, I just watched Supergirl, and it began too late in the night. I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock.
#Person1#: I don't like this program, because there are too many constant arguments between the judges.
#Person2#: The contestants are different. These girls perform in free styles.
#Person1#: Do you have much time watching TV?
#Person2#: I think less than 3 hours. This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs. Too many ads between the programs. I prefer listening to the radio.
#Person1#: I don't like ads, either. But ads could bring big profits to the TV station.
#Person2#: If they could make beautiful ads, I could bear.

Summary: #Person2# looks tired since #Person2# watched Supergirl last night. #Person1# doesn't like it for there're constant arguments between the judges.


#Person1#: Morning, Peter. Nice suit! A new one?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. My wife bought it for me yesterday. Hmm, you look nice in that yellow dress. Yellow suits you really well.
#Person1#: Maybe. Several people have suggested that I get more yellow clothes. They say the color suits me because I have a fair complexion.
#Person2#: That's right. You know, pink, green and black could also be good for you. Actually, I think that all colors are okay for a person with your complexion. It's just that different colors can give people different impressions. For example, black could make you look mature, while pink could make you look young and energetic.
#Person1#: Thank you for your compliments. It sounds like you're a clothing expert.
#Person2#: Well, compared with my wife, I'm just a beginner.

Summary: #Person1# and Peter comment on each other's clothes. #Person1# thinks Peter like an expert but Peter says he's immature compared with his wife.


#Person1#: you don't look too well. Maybe you should take the day off from work.
#Person2#: I couldn't do that. I have an important meeting to go to today.
#Person1#: do you feel ok?
#Person2#: not really. After a 12-hour flight, I've got jetlag, and on top of that, I think I've also got the flu.
#Person1#: why don't you call your secretary and tell her to reschedule the meeting? You should really get some seat or you'll end up feeling even worse than you do now.
#Person2#: could you feel my forehead and check to see if I have a fever?
#Person1#: you're really hot. Let me get you some Tylenol to bring the fever down.
#Person2#: ok. I'll stay home this morning and rest, but if I feel better in the afternoon, I'm going to the meeting.
#Person1#: zach, what's that on your arm?
#Person2#: I don't know. It looks a bit red, but I'm sure it's nothing.
#Person1#: it looks like you have a red rash all over you! Are you allergic to anything?
#Person2#: just cats, but I don't think I was near any cats in the last couple of weeks.
#Person1#: I completely forgot about your cat allergy. I took care of a cat for my friend here a few days ago. Oh no. we'd better go to the doctor to get some medicine. Let's go.
#Person2#: shouldn't we make an appointment first?
#Person1#: we sould, but let's just go and see if there's an opening now before it gets worse.
#Person2#: whatever you say. I just want to get to my meeting!

Summary: #Person1# finds #Person2# is not well and advises #Person2# not to go to the meeting. #Person1# finds #Person2# has a fever and a red rash because #Person2# is allergic to cats. #Person1# took care of a cat for #Person1#'s friend a few days ago. They decide to see a doctor.


#Person1#: I found that one of my schoolmates uses drugs. How can I help him, Mom?
#Person2#: stay away from him, son. Never think that you can talk him out of the habit if he is addicted. But perhaps you can talk to your teacher about the matter.

Summary: #Person1#'s mom advises #Person1# to stay away from his schoolmate who uses drugs.


#Person1#: Now Mr.Snow, what can you remember about the attack?
#Person2#: Well, I was working late yesterday evening.
#Person1#: What time did you leave your office?
#Person2#: About 9:15?
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Yes, officer. I looked at my watch.
#Person1#: What did you do then?
#Person2#: Well, I locked the door and I was walking to my car when somebody hit me on the head.
#Person1#: Did you see the attacker?
#Person2#: No, he was wearing a stocking over his head.
#Person1#: Tell me Mr.Snow, how did you break your leg?
#Person2#: Well, when the doctors were putting me into the car, they dropped me.

Summary: Mr. Snow tells #Person1# he was attacked yesterday after work and he broke his leg because the doctor dropped him in the car.


#Person1#: Good morning, I'd like to buy a cake.
#Person2#: No problem sir, we have many cakes here, what size would you like?
#Person1#: Well, it's for my coworker's birthday, there are 14 people in the office.
#Person2#: Well, this cake feeds 12 people and this one behind it feeds 20.
#Person1#: I'll take the bigger one, it's better to have too much than not enough.
#Person2#: Sounds good, do you want it delivered?
#Person1#: Yes. Can you deliver it to my office? The birthday party will be after work at a park near the office.

Summary: #Person1# buys the bigger cake for a coworker because it's better to have too much than not enough, and wants it delivered to the office.


#Person1#: how's it going?
#Person2#: I'm in a good mood today, actually. How about you?
#Person1#: to be honest, I'm a bit fed up.
#Person2#: what's wrong?
#Person1#: there's a girl in my company that I really like but I always get shy when she is around.
#Person2#: I see! Do you want to ask her out?
#Person1#: sure, but how?
#Person2#: you can ask her out for drink after work.
#Person1#: but for what reasons? She doesn't even know who I am.
#Person2#: then you've got a lot of homework to do. You need to get her notice first.
#Person1#: easier said than done.
#Person2#: you can start by meeting her at the bus stop and saying hello to her.
#Person1#: but I always get tongue-tied when I see her.
#Person2#: that's something you need to overcome. Men should make the first move as most of girls prefer being chased.
#Person1#: I see. I'll try.
#Person2#: good luck!

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# always gets shy when the girl that #Person1# likes is around. #Person2# advises #Person1# to make the first move.


#Person1#: Janice, do you still remember how our filing system works?
#Person2#: Yes, I have read the Filling Instruction carefully, since you showed me it last week.
#Person1#: Very good. What is the essence of filing, do you know?
#Person2#: The essence of filing I remember is to bring together in a single folder or file all papers relating to a particular subject. And outgoing and incoming letters are kept in this file cabinet.
#Person1#: Yes, 'One customer--one file'is essential. And remember to update them timely.
#Person2#: And each file should be named clearly, either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals.
#Person1#: Correct.
#Person2#: A card index is very important in the filing system. It is a most helpful friend to a secretary, so it must be kept handy and up to date.
#Person1#: Yes, prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office.

Summary: #Person1#'s giving Janice an oral quiz about how their filing system works and Janice answers the questions correctly.


#Person1#: Why did you miss work last week? We had to finish the project without you?
#Person2#: I'm sorry about that, Amy. I was very sick.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah? What did you have?
#Person2#: Um, I had the donkey pox, it's a new sickness, not many people have heard of it yet.
#Person1#: Hmm, I think you were just on vacation.

Summary: #Person2# explains why #Person2# missed work. But Amy thinks #Person2#'s lying.


#Person1#: Oh, will you tell me when I get Hayfield Road, please?
#Person2#: It's only three stops from here. I tell you when we get there, it's my stop, too.
#Person1#: Thank you. That is very kind of you.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. --Do you see those traffic lights ahead? We'll turn left when we get to them. Hayfield Road is the next stop after that. Why do you want to get off there?
#Person1#: I want to go to the new Technical College.
#Person2#: Oh? You won't find it easily if you go down there alone. I show you where it is.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. But I don't want to put you to any trouble.
#Person2#: Oh, it is no trouble at all. I have to go past there anyway. We are almost there now. Hurry up, or we will miss the stop. Now, let's get off.
#Person1#: All right.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# when they get Hayfield Road and volunteers to show #Person1# how to get to the new Technical College. #Person1# is grateful.


#Person1#: Is there a lot of snow in this region at this time of the year?
#Person2#: Yes, the snow is often falling thick and fast here.
#Person1#: Well, I think I like it. I appreciate the snow very much.
#Person2#: Yes, It's really so beautiful with all the things covered by snow.
#Person1#: By the way, where can I go ski?
#Person2#: There are so many places around. Take a look at the advertisement.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# it snows a lot here and #Person1# can find places to go ski at the advertisement.


#Person1#: Will you look at this form?
#Person2#: Are you having problems with it?
#Person1#: I don't understand some things.
#Person2#: Let me help you.
#Person1#: What does MI mean?
#Person2#: MI stands for Middle Initial.
#Person1#: What does MM / DD / YY mean?
#Person2#: That means Month / Day / Year. Use numbers.
#Person1#: I don't understand.
#Person2#: For example, if your birth date is January 12, 1987, write 01/12 /8 7.
#Person1#: Oh. That's simple enough.
#Person2#: Always print clearly, and fill in the bubbles completely.

Summary: #Person2# explains the meaning of MI and MM / DD / YY in the form to #Person1#.


#Person1#: Hey, Robert, that's a nice shirt you are wearing. Where did you get it?
#Person2#: Thanks, I like it too. I bought it at the nearby department store.
#Person1#: That's nice. Do you know you can get one at the wholesale market near the zoo for a much lower price?
#Person2#: Yeah, I know that. But at those places. the prices they ask you are ridiculously high, and if you don't bargain hard, you will get ripped-off.
#Person1#: True, learning how to haggle the price is one of the things people have to pick up when they come to China for the first time.
#Person2#: Yeah, but personally I hate bargaining. If I bargain, I might come to a lower price. But I will never know the true price of what I am buying, and I'll always have the feeling that I am over charged at those places.
#Person1#: Yeah, I have the same feeling. Also there is another thing that bothers me the quality. Things in a department store are usually quality-guaranteed. But at a wholesale market, you never know whether what you are buying are of good quality or not.
#Person2#: That's why I like department stores more. Shopping at a wholesale market like the locals is one of the few things I am unable to grow accustomed to.
#Person1#: I understand. While it's always good to follow the local customs, I guess there are exceptions.

Summary: #Person1# suggests Robert to shop at wholesale markets for a much lower price, but Robert prefers shopping at department stores where the quality can be guaranteed. He tends to be ripped-off at wholesale markets because he hates bargaining.


#Person1#: Can you direct me to some fresh produce that's on sale?
#Person2#: Well, we've got some great mangoes on sale.
#Person1#: Mangoes? What are mangoes?
#Person2#: Well, it's a fruit with a big seed in it.
#Person1#: Can you eat the seed?
#Person2#: No. Peel the skin with a sharp knife, and throw out the seed.
#Person1#: Well, how much are they?
#Person2#: Well, they're on sale today for only $ 1 each.
#Person1#: Can you describe their taste?
#Person2#: They usually taste sweet, but they remind me of an orange.
#Person1#: How can I tell if they're ripe?
#Person2#: You can buy them either ripe or unripe. Unripe ones are hard.
#Person1#: Where do they grow mangoes?
#Person2#: The ones that are on sale are from Central America.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# there are some mangoes on sale. #Person1# doesn't know mangoes before and #Person2# says they're sweet and from Central America.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, is there a vacant room here?
#Person2#: We are practically full up, but I will see. What do you want, a single room or a double one?
#Person1#: A single room, preferably with a bath.
#Person2#: How long do you plan to stay?
#Person1#: For a week or so.
#Person2#: You can have a room on the second floor.
#Person1#: I hope it's quiet. I hate noise at night.
#Person2#: I think you will find it quiet. It faces the courtyard.
#Person1#: What is the rate, please?
#Person2#: The current rate is 50 dollars per night.
#Person1#: What services come with that?
#Person2#: A radio, a color television, a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday.
#Person1#: That sounds good. Well, do you give discount for a week or more?
#Person2#: Yes, we give 5 % discount for one week, 10 % for two weeks and more.
#Person1#: All right. I will take a room for a week.
#Person2#: Will you fill out this form, please? The bellboy will show you up to your room. Your luggage will be brought right up.
#Person1#: Can I get dinner here?
#Person2#: We do serve dinner.
#Person1#: I see.

Summary: #Person1# wants a single room preferably with a bath for a week. #Person2# tells #Person1# the discount for one week is 5% and they serve dinner.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I see your boarding pass, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. This is your passport.
#Person2#: Really? Ugh. . . Is there any difference?
#Person1#: Yes. As a matter of fact, you can't board the plane without boarding pass.
#Person2#: Gee. I must have left it in my hotel room.
#Person1#: I'm sorry sir. I can't let you pass.
#Person2#: But when does the plane take off?
#Person1#: Ugh, in about thirty minutes, sir.
#Person2#: Oh, my God! What do I do now? Bone head, bone head, bone head ( He smashes his head with his hand. ).
#Person1#: Calm down, sir. You are creating a commotion.
#Person2#: ( The speaker in the airport says, 'Mr. Benjamin, we now have a boarding pass by the name of Benjamin at Lost and Found. ') Is that me?
#Person1#: Could be.
#Person2#: Oh, thank God. Thank you, I'll be right back.
#Person1#: ( Benjamin starts to run and then he seems to remember something and returns. ) Ugh, excuse me, where is the Lost and Found?
#Person2#: It's down in the lobby. Turn left at exit B.
#Person1#: Thank you, thank you, thanks again.

Summary: #Person1# can't let Benjamin board the plane without his boarding pass. Benjamin thinks he left it in the hotel room and blames himself, then the speaker in the airport announces that there is a boarding pass by the name of Benjamin at Lost and Found. Benjamin will go to have a look.


#Person1#: Tell me, Jack. Do you look through the Web much?
#Person2#: Well, to tell the truth, I'm so busy with my work. I don't really have much time to surf the Web. Let me think...I suppose I log on a couple of times a week, for about two or three hours at a time.
#Person1#: So, what do you do on the Internet when you log on?
#Person2#: Well, sometimes I look up information I need for my job. It saves a lot of time looking through books in the library.
#Person1#: Yes, it sure does.

Summary: Jack tells #Person1# that he only surfs the Web a couple of times a week. He sometimes looks up the information he needs for his job.


#Person1#: I'm here with Margaret Seabrook, the CEO of Creative Toys. In today's show, we're going to discuss the hottest new toy of 2018: the Super Spinner. Margaret, welcome!
#Person2#: Thank you, Brian. It's great to be here.
#Person1#: OK, so tell us about this new toy.
#Person2#: Well, it's similar to a relaxation ball in its function, but it's useful for anyone who has problems focusing.
#Person1#: So, how does it work?
#Person2#: It's about the size of a cookie, and it has three small round parts that can move in any direction. Basically, you just hold it in between your thumb and middle finger and spin it. That's it.
#Person1#: That's it?
#Person2#: Yeah. It's very popular not only with children, but with adults as well.
#Person1#: A professor at MIT by the name of Jill Meanley has publicly stated there is no scientific or medical evidence for your claims about its benefits. Many schools also have banned the toy, saying it leads to a lack of focus in the classroom.
#Person2#: Well, that professor is allowed to have her opinion.
#Person1#: Fair enough. And who invented it?
#Person2#: Catherine Hettinger, a chemical engineer, was first believed to be its creator, but then we found that an IT professional named Scott McCoskery was the actual inventor.
#Person1#: It's time for a commercial break. More with Margaret Seabrook in a moment.

Summary: Margaret Seabrook and Brain discuss the function, usage, and the inventor of the hottest new toy of 2018, the Super Spinner, in a show. They also discuss Jill Meanley's opinion of the toy.


#Person1#: Lucy, I heard that you got a new job. Is that true?
#Person2#: Yes, Tony. I am working as a guide in our city's museum. I introduce unexplained pictures, items and things to the visitors.
#Person1#: But that is a hard job. You know, you will have to learn about history.
#Person2#: I know. I like reading about the past. When I read history, I can correctly choose what to do in the present situation. I love this job very much.
#Person1#: I see. You will learn a lot from it.
#Person2#: That's true. Besides, most importantly, I can get some work experience from it. Maybe you can also find a part time job. It will do you a lot of good.
#Person1#: That's a good idea, but I don't want to do what you do.

Summary: Lucy tells Tony she got a new job as a guide in the city's museum and she enjoys the job and gets some work experience.


#Person1#: Hey, you have been promoted to president of the department.
#Person2#: All this is thanks to the efforts of my superiors and colleagues.
#Person1#: You are so smart. Your efforts in the success of the plan were outstanding.
#Person2#: I just did what I should have done.
#Person1#: You have got a great personality.
#Person2#: Thank you for your compliments. I will try even harder to repay the company and your support.
#Person1#: I believe you will. I'm very pleased with your work. Your promotion will contribute to the development of the company.
#Person2#: Thanks for saying so.

Summary: #Person1# congratulates #Person2# on #Person2#'s promotion and admires #Person2#'s efforts in the plan. #Person2#'s grateful.


#Person1#: My dear, it's five flights up!
#Person2#: That's all right. We'll get used to it. Besides, it is quiet up there.
#Person1#: We're little further away from the street and traffic noise
#Person2#: And there's no one living over us.
#Person1#: Is the place well-furnished?
#Person2#: Yes, it's pretty bright in there and big enough for our children to play.
#Person1#: What about the kitchen?
#Person2#: The stove and refrigerator are in good working order,
#Person1#: And I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires.
#Person2#: Are the plumbing all right?
#Person1#: The plumbing seems OK, too.
#Person2#: The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water
#Person1#: And the sinks don't seem to leak.
#Person2#: The place is OK. Let's go there and have a look at it again.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are evaluating a house which is far from the street. They check the facilities of the house and think they're ok.


#Person1#: Mark? I need that file you took yesterday.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Janet. I left it at home. I'll bring it back in the morning.
#Person1#: Mark, I told you yesterday afternoon that I would be using that file today.
#Person2#: I know, Janet. I just walked out and forgot it completely. I'll go home and get it at noon, all right?

Summary: Janet's angry that Mark forgot the file. He'll go home and get it.


#Person1#: This newspaper talks about the problem of an aging population. What's the average lifetime in your country?
#Person2#: About seventy-five years. How about in your country?
#Person1#: About seventy.
#Person2#: I heard that the government might need to increase the retirement age to sixty-seven, because otherwise there will not be enough workers to support the young and the elderly.
#Person1#: But in that case, people who actually, you know, move box or stand at checking point counter for a living, will have a difficult time getting a job.
#Person2#: But the cost for covering the health care of the elderly are expensive, so this policy is necessary. And we're living longer.
#Person1#: An increase in the retirement age will certainly have a bad effect on the lowest income part of the population.
#Person2#: Perhaps we need to have more babies.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the aging problem. They argue about the government's policy of increasing the retirement age and #Person2# thinks more babies may help to solve the problem.


#Person1#: That was delicious. Thank you very much indeed. You're really a good cook.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: If you like, I could do the washing-up.
#Person2#: No, don't bother. I can do it myself later.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Would you like me to make coffee now?
#Person1#: Yes. Thanks! I wonder if I went down the road to the phone box.
#Person2#: Oh. it's ten minutes' walk. If you like, I could drive you there.

Summary: #Person1# thanks #Person2# for the meal and will do the washing-up. #Person2#'ll make coffee and gives #Person1# a ride.


#Person1#: Hi, Francis, I want a new apartment. Are there any near you?
#Person2#: Why do you want another apartment?
#Person1#: The man who lives upstairs plays music all night and I can't fall asleep.
#Person2#: What kind of apartment do you want?
#Person1#: Not a big one. One bedroom is fine.
#Person2#: Do you mind having a roommate?
#Person1#: No, I can live with a roommate. Why?
#Person2#: My brother wants a roommate. Why don't you phone him?
#Person1#: Does he live near the ocean?
#Person2#: Yes, he does.

Summary: #Person1# wants a new apartment and Francis recommends #Person1# to share the apartment with his brother.


#Person1#: Have you seen this news article? Apparently an organization has made a list to name the new seven wonders of the world and people could vote for them online.
#Person2#: Wow, that's really interesting. So who won?
#Person1#: Well, the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal in India.
#Person2#: I've been there! It really is an amazing work of architecture and art. The entire complex is made of white marble and in the interior of the tomb, the walls are covered with gems and emeralds!
#Person1#: Cool! Also amongst the winners is Petra, in Jordan, Mach Pitch in Peru and the pyramid in Chichenitza in Mexico.
#Person2#: Wait a minute! It also says that the Christ Re-deemer statue in Brazil and the Colosseum in Rome are wonders. I would love to go to Italy and see the Colosseum, stand in the middle like a gladiator!
#Person1#: Well, let's see if we can find some cheap airfare and we can go towards the end of the year.
#Person2#: Good idea!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the new seven wonders of the world. They feel like going to Italy to see the Colosseum together.


#Person1#: What's that book you just picked up?
#Person2#: The sociology text professor Smith uses in his course.
#Person1#: You had better read it if you want to pass the course.
#Person2#: But it is too expensive. I simply can't afford it.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: It costs 40 dollars.
#Person1#: Did you check the used book section here? Maybe they have one.
#Person2#: No, they don't. I have asked.
#Person1#: Why don't you get it from the library?
#Person2#: Are you joking? I've been trying for months and the book is always out. There are more than 45 students in the course and every single one wants the book.
#Person1#: Listen, you know my roommate, Henry, don't you? He took the same course last year and I believe he owns the book. I'll ask him if he'll lend it to you.
#Person2#: Oh, Tom, that would settle everything. That's very kind of you.
#Person1#: My pleasure.

Summary: #Person2# needs a book but can't afford it. Tom tells #Person2# that his roommate has the book and will ask him if he'll lend it to #Person2#.


#Person1#: What sort of salary did you get at your previous job?
#Person2#: Well, I got $ 3, 000 per month.
#Person1#: I see. I am sure we can offer you $ 3, 500 at the beginning. Would that be satisfactory?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. That would be more than I have wished.
#Person1#: Good. We also have health insurance, bonus and paid vacation. When can you begin to work?
#Person2#: What about early next week?
#Person1#: Good. Please come in on Monday. Working hours are from eight to four-thirty. Lunch is fifty-five minutes.
#Person2#: Yes, sir.

Summary: #Person1# is interviewing #Person2# and they talk about the salary. #Person2# will come to work on Monday.


#Person1#: I like the Honda Accord you showed me before. I think it's more practical for my needs.
#Person2#: Alright, sir. You are making a good choice. Honda has made a lot of design improvements in the new Accord.
#Person1#: What does it come with standard?
#Person2#: On all our new cars, the standards includeair conditioning, anti-lock brakes, air bags, and an AM/FM stereo with a CD player. But on the Accord, there is another standard item as well. The Accord com
#Person1#: Cruise control? I don't like that.
#Person2#: Why not, sir?
#Person1#: I think it's dangerous. What if I can't turn it off?
#Person2#: Well, sir, I know some of our customers are concerned about cruise control. But Honda has never had a single cruise control malfunction that led to an accident.
#Person1#: I wish it didn't have cruise control. My wife doesn't like it either.
#Person2#: You know, sir, you don't have to use it. You can turn it on or off. If you don't want to use it, you just never turn it on.
#Person1#: I suppose. And what about the sunroof? Is that standard?
#Person2#: No, the sunroof is optional, sir.
#Person1#: I see. Another important question is the time I can get this car. I need a new car rather soon.
#Person2#: Well, I can say that the new models will be here in August. If you order one now, we will have it for you in August.
#Person1#: That's good enough, I think. What colors does the new Accord come in?
#Person2#: We have this new model in red, white, black, or silver. These are the standard colors. Of course you could specially order from various other colors too.
#Person1#: My brother has last year's Accord. And his car is a kind of soft purple color mixed with silver. I really like that color. I wonder if I can get that color on my Accord.
#Person2#: I know the color you mean. Is this it, sir?
#Person1#: Yes, I think that's it. Can I get that on the Accord?
#Person2#: Yes, you can. That color is very popular with Honda buyers. So we've kept it available.
#Person1#: Well, I think I want to order the new Accord then. It looks like an excellent car.
#Person2#: You have made a good choice, sir. I drive an Accord myself. They are very solidly built machines, very reliable.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. I think Honda is the most reliable car on the road. I would never change to anything else. The Honda I have now almost never has service problems. It runs smooth as silk.
#Person2#: Alright, sir. I will get the paperwork ready for you. Just a moment.

Summary: #Person2# introduces the Honda Accord car with standards including air conditioning, anti-lock brakes, airbags, AM/FM stereo, and cruise control to #Person1#. #Person2# persuades #Person1# to accept cruise control. #Person1# decides to buy the new model with a soft purple mixed with silver color.


#Person1#: have you adapted to the lifestyle in China?
#Person2#: yeah, almost. But there is one thing.
#Person1#: what?
#Person2#: I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people. I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China, but. . .
#Person1#: what is it?
#Person2#: some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others.
#Person1#: that makes you feel uncomfortable?
#Person2#: yeah. we never do that in a public office.
#Person1#: perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy.
#Person2#: i have felt that. One day when i was in a queue, reading a newspaper story, the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding.
#Person1#: well, that's not rare. I've seen people reading at others' newspaper while takng a metro or a bus.
#Person2#: just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him?
#Person1#: yeah.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm shocked.

Summary: #Person2# feels uncomfortable about Chinese people sharing personal stories in front of others or reading other's newspapers while taking public transportations. #Person1# tells #Person2# perhaps it's because they hold different ideas about privacy.


#Person1#: I will be accompanying you on your tour today to visit our company. This is the assembly line. These drawings on the wall are process sheets. They describe clearly how each process goes on to the next step.
#Person2#: How many workers are there on the lines?
#Person1#: About 200. They can assemble at least 3, 000 computers every day.
#Person2#: Oh, it's highly efficient.
#Person1#: Yes, since I came to this company, I was told that high efficiency is essential for the further development.
#Person2#: How do you control the quality of the products?
#Person1#: Well, all products have to go through five checks in the whole process. We believe that the quality is the soul of an enterprise. There fore, we always put quality as the first consideration.
#Person2#: Yes, quality is even more than the quantity.
#Person1#: Mr. Chandler, this way please. I will show you a five-minute multivision about the history of our company.

Summary: #Person1# is accompanying Mr. Chandler on a visit to #Person1#'s company. #Person1# believes that quality is the soul of an enterprise, so they always put quality as the first consideration.


#Person1#: I'd like to send this parcel to Australia.
#Person2#: Certainly. Could you put it on the scales, so I can check the weight?
#Person1#: Sure. It's not very heavy.
#Person2#: That's 850 grams. The coasts depends on how you would like to send it.
#Person1#: I see. What are the options? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail.
#Person2#: That's right. Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars.
#Person1#: How long will it take to get there?
#Person2#: Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks.
#Person1#: It that case, I'll send it by airmail. I'd like to send it as a registered parcel.
#Person2#: No problem. That's one dollar extra.
#Person1#: Thanks very much. There's thirteen dollars.
#Person2#: There's you receipt. Goodbye.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# airmail is more expensive but faster than surface mail. #Person1# decides to send a registered parcel to Australia by airmail.


#Person1#: Dear audience, tonight we have Stephan Darcy with us in the studio. Congratulations on your book Life And Everything In Between Steven hit such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first attempt at poetry. Did you ever try it before? Did you take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well, my only real experience was writing business plans. I've always had a good grasp of the English language, my mom encouraged me to read when I was very little.
#Person1#: What's the hardest thing about creating your work?
#Person2#: Finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say, there's always a word or 2 that I might still rewrite if given the chance.
#Person1#: Will there be more collections of poetry?
#Person2#: There will be more of something I suppose, but maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I see what I wrote as a kind of writing that might inspire people in some way.

Summary: Stephan Darcy tells #Person1# his only real experience was writing business plans and the hardest thing is finding the perfect words to fit what he wanted to say. Darcy might write more but maybe not poetry.


#Person1#: What stresses you out the most?
#Person2#: Probably my parents.
#Person1#: How so?
#Person2#: Well, during school, they wanted good grades. Then after I got a job, they wanted me to get a better job. And finally, they want me to get married.
#Person1#: You have to deal with a lot of pressure from your parents.
#Person2#: Your parents are not like that?
#Person1#: Ever since I brought home some bad grades in elementary school, they never expected much.
#Person2#: You're lucky.
#Person1#: What do you do to deal with the stress?
#Person2#: Not much I can do. It's always there. I sometimes go out with some friends and drink, but that's only a temporary solution. The stress always returns in the morning.
#Person1#: That sucks. You wanna go grab a beer?
#Person2#: Sure. Sounds great. Let's go.

Summary: #Person2#'s parents stress #Person2# the most but #Person1#'s parents aren't like that. #Person2# thinks it's hard to deal with those stress. Then they decide to go grab a beer.


#Person1#: Welcome!
#Person2#: Would you give me a bottle of beer, please?
#Person1#: With ice, sir?
#Person2#: No, ice will spoil the taste.
#Person1#: Anything else, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. Something non-alcoholic, please.
#Person1#: Fruit juice, milk or mineral water?
#Person2#: A glass of juice please.
#Person1#: Coming up immediately.

Summary: #Person2# orders beer and juice with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Mister Green can you teach my class for me? I have to run to the airport and pick up my mother. My father called just a minute ago to let me know.
#Person2#: No problem. Your mother is a professor right?
#Person1#: Yes. That's right. You have a good memory. She's coming to give a lecture on language teaching in the New York University Library at 5:00 PM this Friday. Thanks very much for taking my class, I was going to start the students on a new lesson, lesson 13. You can teach it however you like.
#Person2#: Great, by the way I'd love to attend your mom's lecture since she's quite an expert in language teaching. I don't have any classes after 3:00 PM on weekdays, so do you mind if I go with you?
#Person1#: Of course not.

Summary: #Person1# requests Mister Green to teach #Person1#'s class. Mister Green agrees and wants to attend the lecture given by #Person1#'s mother who is quite an expert in language teaching.


#Person1#: I was thinking of starting my own business. I know you wanted me to take over your restaurant business but I can't stand working in the food industry.
#Person2#: OK, but what do you really want to do?
#Person1#: I want to sell skateboards, clothing and shoes.
#Person2#: You want to run a clothing shop?
#Person1#: No, it's actually a skateboarding shop.
#Person2#: What would make your shop different from all the others?
#Person1#: I thought we could make our own T-shirts. Maybe you and dad could lend me some money first.
#Person2#: Sounds OK to me, but you'll have to talk to your dad about this too.

Summary: #Person1# wants to start a skateboarding shop and make their own T-shirts by lending money from #Person2# and #Person1#'s dad.


#Person1#: I was looking for books on small business startups and I think these are perfect. I'm going to start my own company in my back office.
#Person2#: That sounds interesting. So you'd like to check all these out?
#Person1#: Yes, for a few days at least.
#Person2#: No problem then. I'll just need to see your library card.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I've lost it.
#Person2#: That's alright. Could you just tell me your library account number?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I don't remember it.
#Person2#: We can look it up for you. Just give me your username for the library website and I'll find your account number.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. I don't usually use the website.

Summary: #Person1# wants to borrow some books and tells #Person2# that #Person1# lost the library card and forget the card number and library website username.


#Person1#: Yes, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: I have a reservation for tonight. John Durgin.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. Let me check. That's right. You have a reservation for a two-room suite for tonight.
#Person2#: I'm afraid there's been a mistake. I only reserve a single room, not a suite.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Durgin, but this is what is available. Your reservation arrived too late to have a single. There's a large conference in town this week and we're full up.
#Person2#: Well, if that's the way it is, I'll have to take it.
#Person1#: Please sign the register here. Your suite is 526.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: The lift is on your right, sir, and I'll have your bags sent up in a moment.
#Person2#: Fine, thanks.

Summary: Mr. Durgin booked a single room, but the hotel reserves a suite. #Person1# explains that's because they are full. Mr. Durgin accepts.


#Person1#: I often see some'new age people'show off their various skills to handle a skateboard, which makes me wonder in awe.
#Person2#: Annie, you also know the'new age people'. I think these people must have undergone much sufferings of flesh in order to ride skillfully.
#Person1#: Although it is easy to ride, the condition of the road surface should also be paid attention to, such as places being put together and full of gullies. If the condition permits, it is better to be equipped with helmet, eye shades, ankle shield, knee shield and elbow shield.
#Person2#: The skateboard does not pollute the air, either. It can be used as a tool to ride instead of walk.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss how the new age people handle skateboards skillfully, and #Person1# further suggests how the external conditions affect skateboarding safety.


#Person1#: Do you take a bus to and from work?
#Person2#: Yeah, everyday. And there's only one choice. All the other buses are going the other direction.
#Person1#: Hmm. I have the same problem. When I leave work, it's always rush hour. So the buses are always crowded.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, it's terrible. I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China. It's when so many people try to get onto one city bus, and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt.
#Person1#: That sounds terrible the way you describe it. But you know, not long ago I really suffered on the bus.
#Person2#: What happened? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus?
#Person1#: You just can't imagine! I waited for the first bus but it was too full, so I waited for the second, and it was still very crowded. Then I decided not to wait for the next one, and got on the second bus. It was so full that I had to stand on one foot! No kidding!
#Person2#: Hmm. Good exercise, uh?
#Person1#: Yeah, absolutely!
#Person2#: And it's so much fun. One day, the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl's behind was pressed against my front. I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her.
#Person1#: You were so happy, weren't you?
#Person2#: What do you think? I'm a good boy.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# both agree the bus in the rush hour is very crowded. #Person1# can't even stand on one foot and #Person2# says sometimes people are so tightly packed that some girl's behind was pressed against #Person2#'s front.


#Person1#: I'm so glad that the spring festival is near at hand.
#Person2#: Me too! I like the festival best of all.
#Person1#: Think of the big face down the eve, hmm.
#Person2#: And special TV programs, fire crackers and the games to play.
#Person1#: Hey, do you know any mystery belief serve the festival?
#Person2#: Such as. . .
#Person1#: You know why fire crackers are set off in festival.
#Person2#: Why? to welcome the new year of course.
#Person1#: And also to frighten away evil spirits.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year.
#Person2#: Oh, that's why my parents never scold me that day. they always try to avoid tears and quarrels.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are looking forward to the Spring Festival. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the function of firecrackers in the festival and a traditional belief of the new year day.


#Person1#: Jane, have you got time this evening?
#Person2#: Not really, I'm afraid. But I'll be free tomorrow.
#Person1#: Well, I'll be busy then. Maybe another time, I'll ring up to see if you are not engaged in anything later.
#Person2#: Sure. See you.

Summary: #Person1# and Jane find it hard to get some time when they're both free.


#Person1#: Hi, Sara, what are you reading?
#Person2#: Hi, John, I am trying to find a carpenter.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, I want to build a deck in my back yard.
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: So I can have a special place to hang out with friends, and also do some barbecuing on weekends.
#Person1#: That sounds cool. Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job?
#Person2#: You? Do you have a carpenter's license?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle.
#Person2#: Wow! That's cool. So, let me give you some details about the deck I want.
#Person1#: Please go ahead, I am listening.
#Person2#: I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door.
#Person1#: Is your back door higher than the ground level?
#Person2#: Yes, the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground.
#Person1#: Okay, then you need a deck with a guardrail.
#Person2#: I don't like things to be fancy.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I will build your deck with a simple but classic look.
#Person2#: Hmm, that's good. Can you use cedar or redwood to build it?
#Person1#: Cedar is a good choice.
#Person2#: Well, let's take the measurements right now.

Summary: Sara is trying to find a carpenter to build a deck. John recommends himself. Sara gives him the details about the deck. John will build it with cedar.


#Person1#: I hear a newly-invented drug can make people tell the truth and it may prove useful in questioning terrorists. Isn't it incredible?
#Person2#: Simple solutions to complex problems rarely succeed. As far as I know, no such drugs are ever known to work.

Summary: #Person2# doesn't think the drugs #Person1# says will work.


#Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I cough a lot in the evening.
#Person1#: You'd better give up smoking. It's bad for your health.
#Person2#: You're right, but you know, it's hard to give up an old habit.
#Person1#: But you should make up your mind first.
#Person2#: You know, I often have to work til late at night. I need something to keep me awake.
#Person1#: Why don't you go to bed and get up early? You'll have the same time for work.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice! I'll try it.

Summary: #Person1# advises Bill to quit smoking, but Bill says he needs something to keep awake. #Person1# suggests sleeping early and getting up early, and #Person2# will try it.


#Person1#: What are you thinking?
#Person2#: I'm thinking about where we shall spend our vocation.
#Person1#: It's about 7 o'clock. let's have our breakfast first.
#Person2#: Ok, dear. We will be late.
#Person1#: What do you want?
#Person2#: A ham salad sandwich.
#Person1#: Sorry, I didn't prepare this.
#Person2#: Then, I'd like some eggs and bread for breakfast instead.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll have it sent to you immediately.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are in a hurry to have breakfast.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, but you have to put your bags here before entering the market.
#Person2#: Oh. I am sorry. I was busy looking for some whisky. Can you tell me the exactly place where I can find any?
#Person1#: Yes, it's on the third floor.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to put his bags there.


#Person1#: I want to buy some meat.
#Person2#: What kind would you like?
#Person1#: I want one pound of ground beef.
#Person2#: That's going to be about $ 2. 48.
#Person1#: That will be fine.
#Person2#: What else can I get for you?
#Person1#: Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts.
#Person2#: That's going to be $ 4. 05 a pound.
#Person1#: Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts?
#Person2#: That will be $ 12. 15.
#Person1#: That's all I'm going to get today.
#Person2#: That's fine. Let me get your meat.

Summary: #Person1# buys one ground of beef and three pounds of chicken breasts from #Person2#.


#Person1#: I will take it. How much?
#Person2#: $ 60.
#Person1#: I am sure you can do better than that.
#Person2#: Sorry, sir. It's the sale price.
#Person1#: Well, what about $ 70 with a scarf?
#Person2#: It's my rock bottom price. Take it or leave it.

Summary: #Person1# is bargaining with #Person2# but fails.


#Person1#: It's exciting just to think about it. It will be my first trip to Italy, but I may have trouble finding my way around when I'm there.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. Just give me a call when you arrive. I'll show you the way around.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# may get lost in Italy. #Person2# promises to show #Person1# the way around.


#Person1#: Housekeeping, may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm missing a sweater. I sent it in the laundry yesterday, but my laundry was returned without it.
#Person1#: May I have your room number, please?
#Person2#: 505.
#Person1#: 505. Let me check it out. Just a moment, please. I'm sorry. You're right. We have found your sweater. We made a mistake delivering the laundry. We'll send it up to your room at once. We're very sorry for the inconvenience
#Person2#: That's all right

Summary: #Person2# from 505 asks #Person1# for a missing sweater. #Person1# has found it and will send it to #Person2#'s room.


#Person1#: I hear you're going home, aren't you?
#Person2#: I wanted to go on Monday, but I couldn't get a ticket for Monday, I bought a ticket for Tuesday.
#Person1#: Why are you in such a hurry?
#Person2#: My mother is ill. She has been sent to the hospital.
#Person1#: How did you get the news? Did your mother send you a letter?
#Person2#: My sister telephoned me this morning. She asked my father and me to go back.
#Person1#: Then how long are you going to stay at home, two or three days?
#Person2#: At most four days. I'll be back for the meeting.

Summary: #Person1# inquires about #Person2#'s going home. #Person2# tells #Person1# it's because #Person2#'s mom is ill and #Person2#'ll stay at home for at most four days.


#Person1#: Hey, what's good with you?
#Person2#: Not a lot. What about you?
#Person1#: I'm throwing a party on Friday.
#Person2#: That sounds like fun.
#Person1#: Do you think you can come?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I'm already doing something this Friday.
#Person1#: What are you going to be doing?
#Person2#: My family and I are going to dinner.
#Person1#: I was hoping you would come.
#Person2#: I'll definitely try to make it the next time.
#Person1#: I'd better see you there.
#Person2#: All right. I'll see you next time.

Summary: #Person1# is throwing a party and invites #Person2# to come, but #Person2# is going to dinner with #Person2#'s family.


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

Summary: #Person1# thinks the idea about Friday the Thirteenth is ridiculous and criticizes the Black Friday Virus creators.


#Person1#: I wish I knew who had moved our flower pots.
#Person2#: It was me. I am so sorry.
#Person1#: What did you think you were doing?
#Person2#: I had to move it, so that I can get my bike through.
#Person1#: How dare you be so inconsiderate? That's wrong.
#Person2#: I am awfully sorry. I didn't think you would mind so much.
#Person1#: Never do that again.
#Person2#: I promise.

Summary: #Person1# thinks it's inconsiderate of #Person2# to move #Person1#'s flower pots to get the bike through and #Person2# feels sorry.


#Person1#: I am having a hard time at my job.
#Person2#: What's wrong, Julia?
#Person1#: My colleagues quickly get promotions, while I always get sidelined. I don't know what to do anymore.
#Person2#: Don't give up so soon.
#Person1#: But I don't know what else I can do. I am willing to work hard. Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy.
#Person2#: Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from.
#Person1#: Tell that to my boss.
#Person2#: Do you know Abraham Lincoln?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling, but he went on to become the President of United States.
#Person1#: He was also assassinated because of his views.
#Person2#: He is known as American's greatest president. Do you know why? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything. He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit.
#Person1#: Well, if he can become president, then I can at least get a promotion.
#Person2#: That's the spirit. Never give up on your dream.

Summary: Julia's having a hard time at her job. #Person2# takes Lincoln as an example to inspire her to never give up.


#Person1#: I'm glad I brought my jacket on this trip.
#Person2#: Yes, I didn't know Washington, DC got so cold in winter.
#Person1#: What would you like to do today?
#Person2#: I really think we should take a tour of the White House.
#Person1#: I thought we could go to some of the museums. Don't you want to see the museums?
#Person2#: Of course. But today I feel like seeing the White House. We should see it first, because it's the most famous historical building here.
#Person1#: I don't agree. I think the Capitol building is the most famous. But okay. If you want to see the White House, we'll go see it. I'm just afraid it will be boring.
#Person2#: Boring? How can it be boring? It sounds very interesting to me.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are traveling in Washington and they are discussing what to do today. #Person2# wants to see the White House but #Person1# thinks it will be boring.


#Person1#: Good envening, do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, we've got a reservation. The name is Ann.
#Person1#: Let me see. Ok, this way, please.
#Person2#: This is your table.
#Person1#: And would you like to order now?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Here is the menu.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# guides #Person2# to the reserved table and gives #Person2# the menu.


#Person1#: Hi, I am afraid that the fax machine in my room won't be working till tomorrow. A technician has just come and checked it. He will bring me a new one tomorrow. It seems there is a big problem with mine and it will take some days for repairing. Can I use the one in your office?
#Person2#: Of course you can. I am sure this one works very well. I just sent dozens of pages. How many pages are you sending? Are you familiar with my fax machine?
#Person1#: Yes, I think you have the same model as I have. Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol?
#Person2#: Yes, it will print immediately.

Summary: #Person1#'s fax machine stops working, so #Person1# asks to use #Person2#'s. #Person2#'s fax machine can print out immediately.


#Person1#: Hello, can I get a taxi? We're just outside the city limits.
#Person2#: No problem, ma'am. Where exactly are you going? There is an extra charge for anything over 20 kilometers.
#Person1#: The Roxy Club downtown. There are 6 of us though. Do you have any bigger car so we don't need to take two taxis?
#Person2#: Yes, on the weekends we do. However, it's $3 more to have the bigger car sent your way.
#Person1#: That will be fine. And we should be well under the 20 kilometers to our destination.
#Person2#: Yes, I can see that. Would you like us to send that for you now?
#Person1#: Yes, please.

Summary: #Person2# helps to send a taxi that is capable of 6 people for #Person1#.


#Person1#: Congratulations, Francis. Your hard working finally pays off. I am so happy for your promotion.
#Person2#: Thanks, Monica. Without support from you and other colleagues, I would not have made it.
#Person1#: I hope I could get promoted some day. Tell me about your experience, ok?
#Person2#: Well, just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough, you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective. Don ' t be afraid of taking challenging. They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal. You learn more from that actually. Sometimes, you need to fail to be successful.
#Person1#: How do you think if I volunteer for some work?
#Person2#: I think it is a smart idea. Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives.

Summary: Francis got promoted and tells #Person1# about his experience. He suggests #Person1# make plans and take challenges.


#Person1#: I am calling to say thank you for the interview yesterday.
#Person2#: You are welcome. I am very impressed by your capability.
#Person1#: Is there anything I should do?
#Person2#: No, nothing. It's thoughtful of you to call me again.
#Person1#: Thank you. Please call me at any time if you have any questions.
#Person2#: OK, I will.

Summary: #Person1# calls #Person2# to thank #Person2# for the interview yesterday.


#Person1#: Hey Dean, what kinds of things do you like to do in your free time?
#Person2#: Hey Ann, I like basketball both playing and watching.
#Person1#: Which team do you cheer for? New York?
#Person2#: Not since I moved away from their last year, I cheer for Los Angeles now. Last week, they came first in a match with the team from Seattle, it was really a tough game.
#Person1#: I didn't know that I thought you were a football fan.
#Person2#: I am! I also enjoy gardening and I really like painting, activities like that are great for relieving stress. How about you?
#Person1#: Well once a month I go bungee jumping with some friends.
#Person2#: You do? That sounds dangerous! Aren't you scared?
#Person1#: Not at all. It's fascinating. You should try it sometime.
#Person2#: Wow, it sounds awesome. Do you think I could?
#Person1#: Sure, how about this Saturday morning?
#Person2#: Oh, I can't then, I have an appointment from 9:00 to 12:00.
#Person1#: No problem. We can go in the afternoon. Let's see at 2:00 PM?
#Person2#: Sounds great.

Summary: Ann and Dean are exchanging their hobbies: Dean likes basketball, gardening, and painting, while Ann likes bungee jumping. They plan to go bungee jumping together on Saturday afternoon.


#Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I wonder if you have a one-bedroom apartment to rent.
#Person1#: Let me check. Yes, we have one. It's on Nanjing Street, near a shopping center and a subway station.
#Person2#: Sounds nice. Does it face south?
#Person1#: Well. the bedroom faces east and the living room north. But it looks out on a beautiful park.
#Person2#: Mmm, is the living room large?
#Person1#: Yes. it's quite big. And there's a small kitchen and a bathroom as well. It's very comfortable.
#Person2#: Well, what's the rent per month?
#Person1#: 800 yuan.
#Person2#: Mmm. it's more than I have in mind. Let me think it over. I'll call you back in a day or two.
#Person1#: Certainly.

Summary: #Person2# wants to rent an apartment. #Person1# recommends one and introduces its location, orientations, rooms, and rent. #Person2# thinks it's expensive and will think it over.


#Person1#: Hi, Mark. Are you in town for another job interview?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm pretty hopeful this time. I've just finished my second interview with this company.
#Person1#: That sounds great. I hope it works out for you. But wasn't it expensive just getting here?
#Person2#: No, in fact the company is paying all my expenses. They've put me up in a hotel downtown.
#Person1#: How nice! How many people are they interviewing?
#Person2#: They interviewed 16 the first time, and now four of us were chosen to go back for this interview.
#Person1#: Well, I hope it goes well. John and I would love it if you came to this area to work.
#Person2#: I would too. But my girlfriend doesn't want to leave her family. She hopes I find a job close to home.
#Person1#: Oh, What a decision. Good luck.

Summary: Mark is in town for another job interview. He tells #Person1# that this time he's pretty hopeful but his girlfriend hopes he works close to home.


#Person1#: Here! Here! Use my card!
#Person2#: No, you don't! I should treat my new brother-in-law!
#Person1#: Not on your life! I'm the best man, so I pay!
#Person2#: OK, OK. On one condition.
#Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: You come back here with me tomorrow, and it's my treat!
#Person1#: You've got it! But are we coming back for the music, or for the fruit?

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are arguing on who treats this time.


#Person1#: When I quarrel with my husband. He didn't even try to cool me out.
#Person2#: It takes two to make a quarrel and it takes two to mend fences.
#Person1#: I was so angry that I could not keep cool. What I need is just an apology.

Summary: #Person1# complains about the quarrel between her and her husband.


#Person1#: Rose, Christmas is coming soon. What presents shall we buy for the children?
#Person2#: What about a bike for John? He's been asking for one for a long time.
#Person1#: But I don't think he's old enough to ride a bike to school. Let's buy him a football instead alright?
#Person2#: OK, what should we buy for Jane?
#Person1#: Well, she likes music very much. Shall we buy her a guitar?
#Person2#: I think an MP3 player will be better. It can help her learn Chinese.
#Person1#: Then let's buy one for her. Now what about little Jack?
#Person2#: Well, he's still a young baby. I think a toy car is best for him.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more. When shall we go and buy the presents?
#Person2#: Well, tomorrow is Sunday. Let's go shopping tomorrow afternoon after we see the film.
#Person1#: But we mustn't let the children know about the presents before Christmas.
#Person2#: I'm sure they won't know. I'll take them to the McDonald's while you were doing the shopping.

Summary: #Person1# and Rose talk about buying a football for John, an MP3 player for Jane, and a toy for Jack as Christmas presents. They plan to go shopping tomorrow secretly.


#Person1#: Hi Brittany. What are you doing with all of your clothes on your bed?
#Person2#: I'm trying to decide what to wear to school the first day.
#Person1#: Oh, A. Mom didn't tell you?
#Person2#: Didn't tell me what? What?
#Person1#: This Bs ' school you're going to is going to make your life easy.
#Person2#: What are you talking about brother? Spill it.
#Person1#: Uniforms, sis, no more worrying about appearances!
#Person2#: You mean I have to wear the same thing every day? MOM!

Summary: Brittany is considering what to wear. Her brother tells her that she has to wear uniforms.


#Person1#: This is how a holiday should be. Relaxing on the beach with a nice cool drink.
#Person2#: Isn't it wonderful here? The kids are enjoying themselves in the swimming pool. I hope it's safe.
#Person1#: Don't worry about them. They're very responsible. Besides, there are many people there and there's lifeguard employed by the hotel. Waiter! Could I have another drink please? Thank you. So, what shall we do this evening?
#Person2#: The kids said that they wanted to go to a party at the hotel. There's a special one just for kids.
#Person1#: So, we could try that restaurant that was recommended in the guidebook. Then we could go to a club. We haven't been to one for ages.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. We can really enjoy ourselves without worrying about the kids.
#Person1#: Now, how about going for a swim in the sea? We shouldn't sunbathe all day.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are enjoying themselves on the beach. They talk about the kids' safety and their plans for this evening.


#Person1#: Next, please.
#Person2#: Could I purchase Euro with RMB here? I have to stay here for months.
#Person1#: Yes, the rate for cash purchases is listed on the electronica screen, so you have seen the rate of exchange.
#Person2#: Yes, I have known of it.
#Person1#: How much do you like to exchange?
#Person2#: 20, 000 RIB.
#Person1#: In what denominations?
#Person2#: It doesn't matter, but leave me some small changes, that will be convenient in daily life.
#Person1#: Right, I will exchange for you now. Please sign the exchange form giving the name and telephone.
#Person2#: Well, could you change them too? The dollars, I want to change them into Swiss francs.
#Person1#: OK, wait for a moment. Well, I am sorry, but we are not authorized to exchange coins because it is low and we do not have enough foreign coins. In this case, you'd better change 2, 000 $ to Swiss francs.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter.
#Person1#: Please sign the memo on the bottom and keep your money and memo.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. Good-bye.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# to purchase Euro with RMB and leaves #Person2# some small changes for daily life. #Person1# says they cannot exchange coins and helps #Person2# change 2000 dollars to Swiss francs.


#Person1#: What is your policy on returns?
#Person2#: If you bring them back with your receipt within seven days, you'll get a full refund. Also, if you need alterations to the pants, just bring them in and we'll do them for free.
#Person1#: Sounds good.
#Person2#: That'll be $ 70, please. Will you be paying by cash or charge?
#Person1#: Charge. Here's my card.
#Person2#: Okay, sir, here you are. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# inquires #Person2# about the policy on returns and then purchases the pants.


#Person1#: Look, Jim. That man just fell down over there.
#Person2#: We'd better see if he is ok.
#Person1#: Sir, sir, are you all right, sir?
#Person2#: He is not answering. You'd better check his pulse and breathing.
#Person1#: Oh, no. He is not breathing and there's no pulse. Call 911.
#Person2#: Hello? Yes, someone has passed out at Dongle Ave. and 2nd street. He isn't breathing and doesn't have a pulse. Yes, my friend is performing CPR. Ok, thank you. They are sending an ambulance. Here, let me help.

Summary: #Person1# and Jim find an unconscious man. #Person1# is performing CPR and Jim calls 911.


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

Summary: Tiffany tells #Person1# the reasons for people finding mates online. Tiffany suggests people should quickly make sure there is a connection in the physical world to screen potential mates. Tiffany also shares some safety tips for people pursuing relationships on the Net and some stories of successful marriages.


#Person1#: Now let's talk about your interests and hobbies.
#Person2#: Well, I like reading, walking, swimming, hiking and playing basketball
#Person1#: You have a colorful life.
#Person2#: Yes. These hobbies have indeed enriched my life
#Person1#: How do you usually spend your time after work?
#Person2#: I prefer to read novels with a cup of tea.
#Person1#: What kind of books interests you most?
#Person2#: Detective books.
#Person1#: You seem to be a man of imagination and logic.
#Person2#: To some extent, I regard books as my good companion.
#Person1#: If so, you can benefit a lot from them.
#Person2#: That's for sure.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# questions about #Person2#'s interests, hobbies, and after-work activities. #Person2# likes reading detective books and benefits from them.


#Person1#: Thank you, Janet Jackson for accepting our interview invitation.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: You are a real popstar. I can't wait for your unbreakable world tour that will kick off in Vancouver on August thirty first.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm looking forward to it myself. I've been away for a while and I have so much new music to share.
#Person1#: Your new single No Sleep came out last Monday. And it is bound to be your biggest hit ever.
#Person2#: I'm so glad my fans have responded so well to my return, but don't forget I've been up to more than just that.
#Person1#: Yes, you also have been doing some design work with Paul Raps in New York.
#Person2#: Yeah, we're coming out with a diamond jewelry line. The Janet Jackson, unbreakable diamonds collection.
#Person1#: Hey, I saw the heart shaped necklace he wore at the BET awards in Los Angeles on Friday.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I had to wear my favorite piece for the show.

Summary: #Person1#'s interviewing Jackson. They talk about Jackson's world tour that will kick off in Vancouver, the new single coming last Monday and some design work with Paul Raps in New York.


#Person1#: Billy, you are late again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
#Person1#: Yes he's in his office.
#Person2#: Oh, god! I hope he didn't notice me.
#Person1#: Don't take any chances. I think it would be be best if you told him frankly and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. If there is any more, he might fire you.
#Person2#: You said it. It won't happen again. Do you really think he'd fire me?
#Person1#: I think he might. You'd better go to his office.
#Person2#: You are probably right. I'll go right now and apologize. I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic.
#Person1#: Good luck!

Summary: Bill's late again because of oversleeping. #Person1# warns that Billy might be fired by the manager and suggest Billy apologize.


#Person1#: You know John?
#Person2#: Which John? Mr. Turnbow's son?
#Person1#: Yes. I've read news about him in today's paper.
#Person2#: And he's bright and intelligent. I'm sure he can pass the university entrance exam.
#Person1#: I wish he could too.
#Person2#: How's your boy, Jack?
#Person1#: He's a bit tired, you know. It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up.
#Person2#: Poor boys! They work harder at school nowadays, don't they?
#Person1#: Good luck to them.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about boys who'll take the university entrance exam and wish them good luck.


#Person1#: Good evening, Mr. Taylor. I'm so glad you were able to come.
#Person2#: Glad to meet you again, Mrs. Hao. You are so kind.
#Person1#: Now dinner's ready. Let go over to the dinner table. Would you like to use the chopsticks or the fork and knife, Mr. Taylor?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a real Chinese meal. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. I'd take the chopsticks.
#Person1#: Yes, hope you like it. Do you need beer or wine?
#Person2#: Beer, please. Oh, there are so many dishes.
#Person1#: I'm glad you like them. . . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation. Let's drink to our friendship.
#Person2#: Let's hope for good cooperation between us.

Summary: Mrs. Hao is so glad that Mr. Taylor can come for the Chinese dinner and they toast for the good cooperation between them.


#Person1#: How do you feel?
#Person2#: I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist.
#Person1#: Here is the bigger size.
#Person2#: This one fits me well but it is too expensive, can you make it a little cheaper?

Summary: #Person2# tries on clothes and then bargains with #Person1#.


#Person1#: Whoa, look at all those ice cream choices!
#Person2#: Yes, that is a lot of choices. What is your favorite?
#Person1#: I love anything with chocolate the best.
#Person2#: I like chocolate myself.
#Person1#: Is there any kind of ice cream you don't like?
#Person2#: I really don't like any ice cream with nuts in it.
#Person1#: I haven't ever cared for that myself.
#Person2#: Have you ever had garlic ice cream?
#Person1#: That sounds absolutely disgusting!
#Person2#: It was. Let's stick with the regular choices today, though.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about different choices of ice cream. They decide to choose regular ones.


#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm sure you'll do better next time.
#Person2#: I didn't realize it was so difficult though I know I'm always too nervous in such competition.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter. Forget it.
#Person2#: I don't think I performed well.
#Person1#: Oh! That's much hetter than I did.
#Person2#: Can you tell me how to improve myself?
#Person1#: There's no secret at all. The only thing for you to do is to practice more. You will succeed.
#Person2#: Thank you for your encouragement.
#Person1#: It's a pleasure. Come on. I'm on your side.

Summary: #Person2# doesn't think #Person2# did well in a competition. #Person1# encourages #Person2# to practice more.


#Person1#: Steven, have you got better now?
#Person2#: Yeah, the doctor said that I can leave soon. I really miss home.
#Person1#: I guess you miss your wife and children very much.
#Person2#: Yeah, you are right. But I have to stay for another day for observation.
#Person1#: If necessary, I can stay here to accompany you until you are discharged.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I am very grateful that you can come to the hospital to visit me.
#Person1#: You are my best friend. That's what I should do. Please don't be a stranger.

Summary: #Person1# comes to the hospital to visit Steven and volunteers to accompany him. Steven is grateful.


#Person1#: So, got any more ideas for the website?
#Person2#: Well, since we're collecting gifts instead of red envelopes, I made a ' for guests only ' gift chat room.
#Person1#: But we registered at Macy's. People can just buy gifts there.
#Person2#: The Taiwanese won't have time to buy gifts in America. The chat room is more convenient.
#Person1#: You're right. They can discuss what to get and avoid buying the same things.
#Person2#: Or discuss what gifts they could buy together.
#Person1#: Any other ideas?
#Person2#: We can also put a guest book on the website for people to sign and write comments.
#Person1#: And we were going to make a collage for each of us using our baby pictures. . .
#Person2#: Yeah, that will be the best part. Jack hasn't seen yours yet, right?
#Person1#: No. He has no idea what a fat little pig I was!

Summary: #Person2# made a gift chat room because #Person2# thinks the Taiwanese won't have time to buy gifts at Macy's. #Person1# asks #Person2# other ideas for the website and #Person2# suggests putting a guest book.


#Person1#: Hey man, you hit my car.
#Person2#: I really didn't mean to.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter, because you damaged my car.
#Person2#: It looks okay to me.
#Person1#: Look what you did to my rear bumper.
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: My bumper is smashed in.
#Person2#: I didn't do that. That is not caused by me. Your front bumper is just as damaged.
#Person2#: If you'd just give me your number and insurance, then I'll handle it.
#Person1#: Here. I'd better get a call from you.
#Person2#: Don't worry.

Summary: #Person1# says #Person2# damaged #Person1#'s car's rear bumper. #Person2# thinks he didn't do that but will take responsibility.


#Person1#: Alice, it really was great. I think it was the most interesting thing here. You really should go in.
#Person2#: No, I don't want to.
#Person1#: Really. The special effects are fantastic. You shouldn't be scared. You would really enjoy it.
#Person2#: Sam, I never like Haunted Houses. When I was a kid, I didn't like them. when I was in high school, I didn't like them. when I was in college, I didn't like them as well. So why should I like them now?
#Person1#: But this is maybe one of the best Haunted Houses in North America! It's different.
#Person2#: Why don't we go to the Epcot Center instead? They have displays from many cultures around the world.
#Person1#: I saw that in the guide. It looks like they have different restaurants and different kinds of architecture. Do you want to go?
#Person2#: Yes. That is something I will enjoy.
#Person1#: Alright, let's go then. How many tickets do we have left?
#Person2#: We still have most of the tickets we bought. We can go on a lot of different rides if you like.
#Person1#: I was only interested in the Haunted House and the roller coaster rides. The other rides are for kids.
#Person2#: Let's start walking to the Epcot Center then. According to this map, it is up this pathway here.
#Person1#: Alright, let's go.

Summary: Sam wants Alice to go to Haunted Houses with him, but Alice doesn't like Haunted Houses at all. Alice persuades Sam into going to the Epcot Center then.


#Person1#: Mom, did you feel the earthquake this afternoon?
#Person2#: Oh, that scared me.
#Person1#: The breaking news just reported some houses were destroyed by the earthquake.
#Person2#: Oh, dear! How ruthless!
#Person1#: Do you think we can donate some clothes and food for the victims?
#Person2#: Why not? That's a good idea to help them.

Summary: #Person1# and Mom decide to donate clothes and food to victims from the earthquake.


#Person1#: Betty, would you please read this letter of application I've just written? I'd like to have your opinion.
#Person2#: I'd be glad to tell you what I think.
#Person1#: Good! I'm interested in your advice.
#Person2#: If I were you, I would change the beginning. You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities.
#Person1#: Good idea, Betty. What would you think about the second part?
#Person2#: I think it's too short. You'd better say something about your work experience.
#Person1#: You're right, I'll change it. How about the last part?
#Person2#: Very good. But you should talk about your family, too.
#Person1#: I agree. I appreciate your helping me.

Summary: Betty's giving her opinion about #Person1#'s letter of application as requested.


#Person1#: Excuse me. . .
#Person2#: Yes, sir. How may I be of service?
#Person1#: I would like to return this item. . . Are refunds allowed?
#Person2#: Certainly. The customer is always right, we are here to serve you. Is there a reason that you would like to return it? Did you have problems with our product or services?
#Person1#: No, no. . . It was just the wrong size.
#Person2#: Would you be interested in an exchange as opposed to a refund? I think I can help you to find the appropriate size.
#Person1#: No. I would rather just return it.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. Do you happen to have the receipt?
#Person1#: Yeah, right here.
#Person2#: Ok, just a moment, please. Here you are, I need you to sign here, please. And here is your refund. Is there anything else I can help you with?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Have a nice day!

Summary: #Person1# wants to return a product rather than exchanging it. #Person2# helps with the process and refunds #Person1#.


#Person1#: Your 3. 5 percent share is going to be worth at least a million.
#Person2#: I need to be motivated, Vince. Multi-motivated. As in multi-million.
#Person1#: What if I said no?
#Person2#: Ever hear of WebTracker?
#Person1#: You wouldn't! If you leave, you'll make nothing.
#Person2#: I might make nothing even if I stay. For that kind of risk, I want to get rich.
#Person1#: OK. If you sign the Stars. com account before WebTracker does, we'll talk next week.

Summary: #Person2# and Vince are negotiating over #Person2#'s share.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I'd like to find out about flights to New York.
#Person2#: Well, let's see. One just left about five minutes ago; and there's another one at ten.
#Person1#: What time is it, please?
#Person2#: It's five to eight.
#Person1#: So the plane leaves in about two hours.
#Person2#: That's right. Have you bought your ticket?
#Person1#: No, I haven't, Can I buy one here?
#Person2#: I'm afraid you can't. You'd better go to the hooking office.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the information about the flights to New York and suggests buying the ticket at the hooking office.


#Person1#: Be quick. Put our bags in the deposit box.
#Person2#: We got a problem. The deposit boxes are all full. We should have come earlier.
#Person1#: I told you to hurry up a thousand times. You just put a deaf ear to it.
#Person2#: Did you ? I didn't hear you. It was too noisy.
#Person1#: I surely did! Ask the customer service counter if we can deposit our stuff there.
#Person2#: They say we can't. They don't look after customers' stuff.
#Person1#: It's all your fault! Now we can't get in shopping.
#Person2#: OK, it's my fault. I'll stay here and look after our stuff. You can get in, shopping with Daniel and May.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea!
#Person2#: Hey, don't forget to buy a suit for me.
#Person1#: What color do you want?
#Person2#: Black, of course.

Summary: #Person1# blames #Person2# for being so slow so that the deposit boxes are full and they can't deposit their stuff. So #Person2# decides to stay, letting others to go shopping.


#Person1#: Can I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a new winter coat.
#Person1#: Have you any particular color in mind?
#Person2#: I don't know really. What's the fashional color this year?
#Person1#: Red is very popular.
#Person2#: Good. Red suits me very well. It's a cheerful color, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, madam, I agree. What size are you ?
#Person2#: Well, I used to be size fourteen, but I've put on a bit of weight recently, so may be sixteen.
#Person1#: Here you are, madam. All these are sixteens.
#Person2#: I quite like this one. How much is it?
#Person1#: It's $180.
#Person2#: Oh, that's too expensive. Aren't there any cheaper ones?
#Person1#: These are our cheapest coats, madam.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. I'll take it. Here's $200.
#Person1#: Here's your change.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person2#'s looking for a new winter coat and buys a red one at the cost of $180 with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Can you suggest a few exercise to help me get fit and stretch my muscles a littlt?
#Person2#: Sure. If you want to stretch your legs, a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body, like this. It's a very simple exercise, but very effective.
#Person1#: I need to excise my arms too. How can I do that?
#Person2#: One good way is to do push-ups. Another way is to use weights. Make sure you grip the weights firmly. You don't want to drop them on your feet!
#Person1#: When I do push-ups, should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground?
#Person2#: You don't need to bend your elbows that much. Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle. The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight. Many people bend their bodies at the waist, which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise.
#Person1#: What's a good exercise for my chest muscles?
#Person2#: One that I recommend is that you lie on your back. You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body.
#Person1#: So I need plenty of space for this exercise.
#Person2#: Yes, you do. Lift the weight up, keeping your arms straight all the time.
#Person1#: Great. Thanks for you advice!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2#'s to give some suggestions to help #Person1# get fit. #Person2# suggests #Person1# lifting knees to stretch legs, doing push-ups and using weights to exercise arms, and lying on the back to strengthen chest muscles.


#Person1#: This house is not looking all that great from here
#Person2#: You can ' t really tell everything about a house from the outside. Let ' s go inside.
#Person1#: I don ' t think that it is looking any better inside here.
#Person2#: I think that fresh paint and cleaning would help it look a little better.
#Person1#: It is just too dark in here with so few windows.
#Person2#: I hear that the kitchen is quite large. Let ' s go check it out.
#Person1#: The kitchen may be large, but it doesn ' t have any storage space.
#Person2#: The master suite is supposed to be quite elegant. Maybe it will be a little better.
#Person1#: How many dogs live in this house?
#Person2#: I think that we have seen all that we need to see here. Let ' s go look at another house.

Summary: #Person1# doesn't think the house is great since it's too dark and it doesn't have any storage space. #Person1# and #Person2# will go to another house.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good afternoon, I want to pick up a new shaver since the old one has retired.
#Person1#: Which brand are you interested in?
#Person2#: I'm still not sure. The type with top quality, I guess. Well, which one do you recommend?
#Person1#: Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones?
#Person2#: It doesn't matter much. If it has high quality and reasonable price, it will be OK.
#Person1#: How about Flymo? It's selling well.
#Person2#: Do you have a warranty on it?
#Person1#: Of course. The warranty period is one year.
#Person2#: If there's something wrong with it in a week, can I come back to change it?
#Person1#: Sure. But you must show us the receipt. If something comes up, we'll change it for you.
#Person2#: OK. I'll take one.

Summary: #Person2# wants a new shaver with high quality and reasonable price. #Person1# recommends Flymo and offers a warranty. #Person2#'ll take one.


#Person1#: Hi, Jenny. We will have our midterm exams next month. I plan to look for some important books and study at the library. Do you want to join me?
#Person2#: Sure. I need to return some books. They are due today. Besides, I can also read some weekly publications, magazines and newspapers.
#Person1#: Great. We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that.
#Person2#: Sounds a good idea. Summer is approaching. Today's temperature has reached 35 degree Centigrade. Are you good at swimming?
#Person1#: Well, that's a good question. I haven't swum for almost two years. I think I need more practice.
#Person2#: Oh, it's almost 9. I need to hurry. I am running late now. See you after class at the gate of the library then. Bye!
#Person1#: See you then.

Summary: #Person1# invites Jenny to study for the exams at the library together and go to the swimming pool after that. Jenny agrees.


#Person1#: The summer vacation is coming. Have you any plans?
#Person2#: I haven't made up my mind. Maybe I will go to the US. What about you?
#Person1#: I am going on a hiking trip. It's good exercise as well as fun.
#Person2#: I think so.
#Person1#: So why not come and join us? Lee will come as well.
#Person2#: That's great. I will go hiking with you.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the plan for summer vacation. #Person1# invites #Person2# to the hiking trip.


#Person1#: Hi, Mark, how are you?
#Person2#: Actually I'm really fed up. It's about Jane. I want to be friends with her, but I just don't know how to make her notice me or...
#Person1#: Wait a minute. Look, Jane is in your chemistry class, isn't she? You are good at chemistry. You could offer to help with her chemistry homework. How about that?
#Person2#: But she is better than me at chemistry.
#Person1#: OK, well, there's a party at David's house on Friday night. You could invite her to go with you.
#Person2#: Oh, I don't think I'll need to. David is her cousin.

Summary: Mark wants to be friends with Jane but can't get close. #Person1# suggests helping Jane with chemistry and going to David's party. Mark says both ideas won't work.


#Person1#: Well, how was your honeymoon?
#Person2#: It was fantastic! We had such a good time. The only problem was that because it was their high season, we spent hours queuing.
#Person1#: Peak periods always involve hours of queuing. At least you got a nice tan though.
#Person2#: Yes, Florida had great weather while we were there. You looked tanned too! Did you go somewhere?
#Person1#: My friends and I just got back from Bali.
#Person2#: Wow! Bali has some of the best beaches in the world, doesn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, we were lucky. My friends father owns a resort on one of the islands. So we were able to stay for free.
#Person2#: Did you go diving while you were there?
#Person1#: I took a few diving classes before. But I didn't really like it. So I played table tennis instead.
#Person2#: Did you take any pictures in the ocean?
#Person1#: I've got quite a few pictures of all different kinds of fish. I'll show them to you next time I see you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s fantastic honeymoon in Florida even though they spent hours queuing. #Person1# shares #Person1#'s trip to Bali. #Person1# played table tennis and took many pictures.


#Person1#: I can't believe how hot it is.
#Person2#: It's not even noon yet.
#Person1#: That means it will get hotter.
#Person2#: I am dying from the heat.
#Person1#: Turn on the air conditioner.
#Person2#: It doesn't work.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: I don't know.
#Person1#: Did you call the repairman?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: When is he coming?
#Person2#: He's busy. He said next week.

Summary: It is very hot but the air conditioner cannot work.


#Person1#: How would you describe your ideal job?
#Person2#: I think the job should make use of the professional experience I have obtained, and offer me opportunity for advancement.
#Person1#: Why do you think you might like to work for our company?
#Person2#: I feel my background and experience are a good fit for this position and I am very interested.What ' s more, your company is outstanding in this field.
#Person1#: What makes you think you would be a success in this position?
#Person2#: My graduate school training combined with my experience as an intern should qualify me for this particular job. I am sure I will be successful.
#Person1#: How do you know about this company?
#Person2#: Your company is very reputed in this city. I heard much praise to your company.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s ideal job and explains why #Person2# might like to work for #Person1#'s company and how #Person2# knows the company. #Person2# thinks #Person2# qualifies for the position and will be successful.


#Person1#: I'm reading an interesting report on Mars.
#Person2#: Oh, what does it say? Does it say water could still exist under the surface of Mars?
#Person1#: Absolutely! It says there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface. It's just a matter of how deep it is.
#Person2#: Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to grow simple plants?
#Person1#: The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything. And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation.
#Person2#: Actually, we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time. Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet?
#Person1#: I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars, but they have looked at various designs.
#Person2#: One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it. What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not really an expert in this area, but my understanding is that anything is possible. It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4. 5 billion years ago.
#Person2#: But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans.
#Person1#: I'm skeptical. Mars is made of rocks containing silicon, iron, and various minerals. It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide. It is so different from what we have on earth, you know.
#Person2#: I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there.
#Person1#: But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness, food storage, and a series of physiological effects.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the existence of water, the quality of soils, the presence of life, and the possibility of humans living on Mars.


#Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I want an American breakfast with fried eggs, sunny side up.
#Person1#: What kind of juice do you prefer, sir?
#Person2#: Grapefruit juice and please make my coffee very strong.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. American breakfast with fried eggs, sunny side up, grapefruit juice and a black coffee. Am I correct, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: Is there any thing else, sir?
#Person2#: No, that's all.
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. I've brought the breakfast you ordered.
#Person2#: Just put it on the table, please.
#Person1#: Do you need anything else, sir?
#Person2#: No, thanks. Ah, yes! Can I have some more juice for the minibar?
#Person1#: What kind of juice would you like, sir?
#Person2#: Tomato, orange and apple juice, please.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. I'll get them for you right away. Would you please sign this bill first? Thank you, sir.

Summary: #Person2# orders an American breakfast with fried eggs, grapefruit juice, and coffee with #Person1#'s assistance, then he orders tomato, orange, and apple juice for the minibar after the breakfast is brought.


#Person1#: It's so hard for me to learn English. Why is it so easy for you?
#Person2#: I didn't know you were having problems. Maybe it's easier for me because I already speak 2 languages, but also I really work at it.
#Person1#: Well, I always do my homework and go to classes. What else do you think would help?
#Person2#: Well, you might try reading newspapers and I always talk to Americans when I get a chance though sometimes it's hard.
#Person1#: But how do you meet Americans? I only know other foreign students.
#Person2#: How about sitting next to an American at lunch? Or have you ever thought of asking someone over to your house for dinner?
#Person1#: Those are good ideas. But I'm a little shy to speak English.
#Person2#: You won't learn if you don't try and speak. If I were you, I talk to your English teacher. He might have some good ideas.

Summary: #Person1#'s having problems with learning English. #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# improves English by reading newspapers and talking to Americans. #Person2# encourages #Person1# to try and speak.


#Person1#: Hello, Alice. Would you like to go to the temple fair with me?
#Person2#: Temple fair?
#Person1#: Yes. The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth, and they have developed into a festival filled with food, performances and games now.
#Person2#: Sounds interesting!
#Person1#: Absolutely, I love temple fairs. Beijing has several temple fairs recently. They are different from each other to some extent, but also have a lot in common.
#Person2#: I just can't wait to see them. Which one do you choose today?
#Person1#: What about Tianqiao Temple Fair? A variety of opera performances, acrobatics shows, and food will dazzle you.
#Person2#: Great! Do you know how to get there?
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: Couldn't be better.

Summary: #Person1# explains the temple fair to Alice and invites her to go to the Tianqiao Temple Fair together. Alice agrees.


#Person1#: Hi, what're you reading?
#Person2#: Oh, it's Death on the Nile. Have you read it?
#Person1#: No, not that one. But I saw the movie. Could I borrow it when you finished.
#Person2#: Sure. I didn't know you liked mysteries.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm crazy about them.

Summary: #Person2# is reading Death on the Nile. #Person1# wants to borrow it after #Person2# finishes.