#Person1#: Hi, I think I was supposed to call for my test results today.
#Person2#: If you go onto our website and put in your password, you can access your test results.
#Person1#: Are you saying that there weren ' t any problems?
#Person2#: I will always have you come in for a discussion if there is a major problem.
#Person1#: Will I be able to read the results on the website and understand them?
#Person2#: Yes, if you go there, you can see what each test is about.
#Person1#: How will I know what the numbers mean?
#Person2#: You can see your results and how they compare to the normal range.
#Person1#: How can I see test results from tests I have taken before?
#Person2#: We put all of your test results up in the same place. Just check the dates for what you need.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# to check the test results on the website and contact #Person2# if there're any problems.


#Person1#: I heard that janet has got a new job. She's working for the united investment group. I hear that they pay very well.
#Person2#: I heard that too. She must be making a pocket. Well, good for her.
#Person1#: now, she'll be able to save up for that holiday in the united states.
#Person2#: yes, she will. At the moment, the exchange rate is very favorable, so she should try to go as soon as possible, while it's cheaper.
#Person1#: you're right. By the way, did you hear that tom inherited some money recently?
#Person2#: really? I thought his parents had died several years ago.
#Person1#: they did. He inherited the money form an uncle. I hope he doesn't lose a lot of it in taxed to the government.
#Person2#: dying can be very expensive nowadays! What's he going to do with it?
#Person1#: he said that he would probably invest most of it. He's got a well-paid job, so he doesn't need the money to cover day-to day expenses. He just wants some extra money available for when he retires.
#Person2#: I had some good financial news yesterday too.
#Person1#: really? Have you won a fortune in the lottery?
#Person2#: no, but I got a pay rise of 5% and a hours for all the hard work I've put in recently. I think it was very nice for my boss to show his appreciation in that way.
#Person1#: It certainly was! So, what are you going to do with your windfall?

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Janet's new job working for the united investment group and Tom's inheritance from his uncle. Then, #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# got a pay rise yesterday.


#Person1#: Your assistant said that it was time to come in and sign my escrow papers.
#Person2#: Don't be intimidated. There is a lot to sign, but I will explain everything to you very clearly.
#Person1#: Do you need anything from me?
#Person2#: All the papers have been drawn up, but I will need to see your picture ID so we can notarize these papers.
#Person1#: There are a lot of papers!
#Person2#: We are going to go through these bit by bit. You will have plenty of time to read the fine print.
#Person1#: My dad is going to be here in a minute to help me go through this with you.
#Person2#: We want you to get any outside help that you need. Do not ever sign documents that you don't understand.
#Person1#: Can I start moving in after I finish signing these documents?
#Person2#: When these papers get processed, the house will be yours!

Summary: #Person1# is told to come to sign #Person1#'s escrow papers. #Person2# encourages #Person1# to get outside help to understand the documents and tells #Person1# the house will be #Person1#'s when the papers get processed.


#Person1#: Body language in the interview is closely related to the job-hunter's image.
#Person2#: Surely it is.
#Person1#: You should look the interviewer in the eye so as to show that you are carefully listening to him.
#Person2#: You can nod or ask questions at the right time to show that you have already understood or you are quite interested in his words.
#Person1#: When you are seated, bent forward a little with your hands crossed, to show you respect the interviewer.
#Person2#: Don't move from time to time. It is very impolite and will make you nervous.
#Person1#: Proper posture can show your confidence.
#Person2#: The best would be you have a smile on your face in the interview to win a good impression of the interviewer.
#Person1#: Pay attention to keeping eye contact as well.
#Person2#: Throughout the interview you should maintain patience.
#Person1#: In a word, you should keep decent manners in the interview.
#Person2#: Only in this way can you leave the interviewer a good impression and achieve success.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# think that keeping decent manners is the key to leave the interviewer a good impression and achieve success during an interview.


#Person1#: Help! Help!
#Person2#: What's the trouble, ma'am?
#Person1#: I was taking a walk when a young man came at me from nowhere and snatched the bag off my hands and ran away.
#Person2#: What did the young man look like?
#Person1#: Well, he's young, tall and thin.
#Person2#: To which direction did he run?
#Person1#: Let me see. . . my right arm. . . oh, to the east.

Summary: #Person2# was robbed and she describes the robber's appearance and the running direction to #Person1#.


#Person1#: Hey Eve, how are you?
#Person2#: I'm fine, Celia. And you?
#Person1#: I'm ok. I'm so busy!
#Person2#: Do you have a lot of homework?
#Person1#: Yes. Don't you?
#Person2#: Of course I do!
#Person1#: Which class are you working on right now?
#Person2#: I'm studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow.
#Person1#: Are you in Mrs. Green's class?
#Person2#: Yes. Are you?
#Person1#: Yes. We must have the same exam tomorrow!
#Person2#: Do you want to study together?
#Person1#: Sure. This library is too quiet though.
#Person2#: Do you want to go to an empty classroom?
#Person1#: That sounds good.
#Person2#: OK. Let's go!

Summary: Eve and Celia find they have the same exam tomorrow, so they decide to study together.


#Person1#: What are you doing for Christmas this year?
#Person2#: All my relatives are getting together at my house.
#Person1#: That's great. M OST of my family is coming home too.
#Person2#: Who can't make it in your family?
#Person1#: My sister. She is going to her in-law's house this year.
#Person2#: That's too bad. So, what did you ask for Christmas this year?
#Person1#: I asked Santa to bring me a new sweater and some computer games.
#Person2#: I want some computer games also. I gave my parents a really long Christmas list.
#Person1#: I hope that I get what I asked for.
#Person2#: So what does your family do on Christmas Day?
#Person1#: We wake up early and go to church. Then we come back home and open our gifts together. How about you?
#Person2#: Our family is a little different. We go to church on Christmas Eve instead.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2#talk about what they will do for Christmas and what Christmas gifts they each want.


#Person1#: Jack, I hear you bought a new car.
#Person2#: I did just buy a car, but it's not exactly a new one-it was made back in the 1950s. Here, take a look at this photo.
#Person1#: You are right. This car hasn't been new for a long time. Couldn't you afford a newer car?
#Person2#: Believe it or not, this car costs almost as much as a new one.
#Person1#: Really? How could it be?
#Person2#: Well, a lot of cars from the 40s, 50s and 60s have become collectors' items and are worth a lot of money.
#Person1#: But this one doesn't seem to be in very good shape.
#Person2#: The engine is still in good condition. I plan to fix up the interior and paint the car myself. Then it will be worth even more money.
#Person1#: So then you'll resell it?
#Person2#: No, I don't plan to resell it, but I might enter it in some classical auto shows. Maybe I'll win a prize.

Summary: Jack tells #Person1# he bought a car made in the 1950s. He decides to redecorate it himself and enter it in some classical auto shows.


#Person1#: Did you meet the new girl in our sales department. She is taking the place of Maggie during her alternative leave.
#Person2#: Did they finally fill that post, how come I haven't seen her? She must have not been inducted yet.
#Person1#: I guess not, They haven't officially introduced her to the whole staff yet, she barely started yesterday.
#Person2#: Is she just working temporarily? What are they going to do when Maggie comes back from leave.
#Person1#: If the new girl is competent, maybe they will promote her when that time comes.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the new girl who takes the place of Maggie during her alternative leave.


#Person1#: The bus was supposed to arrive at 9:00 and it's already 15 minutes late. If it doesn't come soon, I'll be late for my date.
#Person2#: Yes, I have a meeting at 10:00 and I can't afford to miss it.

Summary: The bus hasn't arrived. #Person1# and #Person2# will be late.


#Person1#: Tell me about your school, Daniel. I'm going there next term. I start on January fourth.
#Person2#: Great, Tina, but it's the fifth. No sorry, the sixth not the fourth.
#Person1#: Oh right. What time do lessons start? Is it 8:50, like at my old school?
#Person2#: No, we start half an hour earlier, at 8:20.
#Person1#: Oh, that's much earlier. Do you usually walk to school?
#Person2#: No, it's too far. I go on my bike, but there is a bus. You can take.
#Person1#: I see. Is there a uniform?
#Person2#: Yes, there is. They don't let us wear jeans. We have to wear boring trousers and coats, but there is a black sweater which is in bad.
#Person1#: Oh, and what are the teachers like?
#Person2#: Well, the maths teacher is cool. We have excellent lessons with him but I did board in history. And I don't enjoy my English lessons at all.
#Person1#: Do you have any sports lessons?
#Person2#: Yeah, we play football. I really prefer tennis or swimming. But we don't do those sports at all.
#Person1#: I see. Well, thanks Daniel.

Summary: Daniel tells Tina that the school starts at 8:20 and he usually bikes to school. Daniel also tells Tina about the uniform, the teachers and sports lessons at the school.


#Person1#: We're going to France for a couple of weeks in September. Tickets are a bit cheaper then.
#Person2#: Yeah. And the weather is agreeable, too. Are you staying on the coast or are you going to visit lots of different places?
#Person1#: Well, the village we're hoping to stay in isn't far from the coast. It's probably only about a 30-minute drive, but we thought we'd better leave the car behind and go walking instead of going to the beach.
#Person2#: Sounds very healthy.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s plan of traveling in France for a few weeks in September.


#Person1#: Why weren't you at the German class last night, Tom? Have you given up?
#Person2#: Well, no...I came back late yesterday and found John sleeping in the chair. He'd been writing a report all day long and he was too tired to go out again, so we gave the lesson a miss.
#Person1#: You've missed quite a lot of lessons lately, haven't you? Are you losing interest?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm afraid so. Neither John nor I have a gift for language. People just laugh at us when we attempt to speak German. How did you and Jane pick it up so quickly and easily? You've hardly been in Germany a month.
#Person1#: It was neither quick nor easy. We'd both studied the language before we came, and we only needed to revise it.
#Person2#: Anyway, all our friends here speak English very well, so we don't really need to learn German.

Summary: Tom explains why he missed the German class yesterday and admits that he has lost interest in German. He thinks it's unnecessary to learn German because all his friends here speak English very well.


#Person1#: Excuse me, Miss.
#Person2#: Yes. May I help you?
#Person1#: I'm a graduate student here in mathematics. I've just come from China and I've never used a western library before. I'll be here for five years, so I'd like to learn to use the library as efficiently as possible. I wonder if someone might have time to show me around.
#Person2#: I'd be very glad to show you around, but I'm very busy right now. Could you come back about 3 thirty?
#Person1#: Sure. 3 thirty this afternoon.
#Person2#: Good. See you later.
#Person1#: Thank you. Good-bye.

Summary: #Person1# requests #Person2# to show #Person1# around the library because #Person1# is new here. #Person2# is not available now and they'll meet in the afternoon.


#Person1#: I have read Mark Twain's book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. It's quite interesting and adventurous.
#Person2#: But this book I'm reading is kind of boring. It only tells you some facts about Mark Twain.
#Person1#: Oh, tell me something about Mark Twain, please.
#Person2#: Well, when Mark Twain was 4, his family moved to Hannibal, a port town on the Mississippi River that gave him the idea for writing the book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
#Person1#: Oh, really? Anything else?
#Person2#: In eighteen fourty-seven, when Twain was 11 years old, his father died. The next year, he began to learn printing. When he was 18, he worked as a printer in New York City.
#Person1#: What happened next?
#Person2#: Then on a voyage to New Orleans, the steamboat pilot, Horace, inspired Twain to become a pilot. And Mark Twain really received his steamboat pilot license in eighteen fifty-nine, after 2 years of hard work.
#Person1#: Oh, Mark Twain himself really had a life of adventures.

Summary: #Person2# is reading a book about the facts about Mark Twain. #Person2# tells #Person1# some stories and experiences of Mark Twain's life which #Person1# thinks is full of adventures.


#Person1#: Hey, Maris, are you a part-timer?
#Person2#: Part-timer? Is that a new buzzword?
#Person1#: Oh, it's pretty popular among my classmates these days. So are you?
#Person2#: Sure, I have a part-time job as a bartender.
#Person1#: Cool! It must be amazing to work at a bar!
#Person2#: Yeah, but I'm not there for fun. I have to remain professional and if I get distracted, the manager would be pretty upset.
#Person1#: That's true. I'm wondering did you learn anything from the job?
#Person2#: Of course. There's always much to learn. I got to know more about the real world.
#Person1#: You mean you got working experience, right?
#Person2#: Not just working experience. I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life.
#Person1#: It must be very demanding.
#Person2#: Sometimes it is. But after working for a few weeks, it's easy to figure out.
#Person1#: Really? It sounds interesting.
#Person2#: Maybe you can come to the bar one day and I'll show you around.
#Person1#: Great. I'm looking forward to it.

Summary: Maris tells #Person1# that he has a part-time job as a bartender and has learned a lot from it. Maris also invites #Person1# to visit there.


#Person1#: John, you look pale. What happened?
#Person2#: I stayed up last night.
#Person1#: Did you have something on your mind? You look so concerned! Maybe I can help you!
#Person2#: Will, I'm under a lot of pressure. My manager is very pushy. He assigned me two projects. Now the deadlines are near but I have finished neither of them.
#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I guess no one can help me but myself. For the moment, I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress.
#Person1#: I know your feeling. Take it easy and say something to me if you like.
#Person2#: Oh, buddy, you are so kind. Thank you!
#Person1#: Not at all!

Summary: John tells #Person1# that he stayed up because his manager is pushy and he hasn't finished his work. #Person1# is willing to help John relieve his stress.


#Person1#: I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree. The air here is much more polluted than in my country.
#Person1#: That's because your country is more agricultural and has much less industry.
#Person2#: Yeah, you are right.
#Person1#: We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years, but cars are still a major source of them. Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution laws have been introduced.
#Person2#: The problem is now on a truly global scale. I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it.
#Person1#: I think you're right. An international response to this problem is needed.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about air pollution in their countries and they call for an international response because a single country can do nothing.


#Person1#: This is the last of the milk.
#Person2#: I know. I intend to go to the store today.
#Person1#: Would you get some of that new cereal we saw advertised on TV?
#Person2#: Which one?
#Person1#: You know. . . the one with the silly ad about how vitamins jump up and down.
#Person2#: Oh, you mean'KIKES'?
#Person1#: Yeah. That's the one.
#Person2#: Well, I'll see. Sometimes the stores don't have some of the new kinds of cereal.

Summary: #Person2# intends to buy some milk. #Person1# asks #Person2# to buy the new cereal advertised on TV.


#Person1#: Are the people in the store buying our products?
#Person2#: Well, we have good products. Customers think that the products are excellent.
#Person1#: But you don't order the products on time.
#Person2#: The problem isn't there. It's the central computer in New York.
#Person1#: We must improve this system.
#Person2#: OK. Another problem is the salespeople. Customers aren't happy with the service.
#Person1#: But it's difficult to find staff who know about sporting goods, we must increase pay and find better people.
#Person2#: I don't agree. I think we must train the staff that we have.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# customers think the products are excellent, but the problems lie in the system and the salespeople.


#Person1#: You don't look very happy. What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: I've got to write a long composition for my English class, and I just can't come up with any ideas, and it is due tomorrow.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be. too difficult. Remember those pictures you were showing me last week?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Why don't you write something about the camel ride you took?
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea. I can also write about our visit to the North Africa.
#Person1#: Well, now that you're feeling better, I think I'll be on my way. I've got to finish my composition too.
#Person2#: Thanks for your help. I'm much more relaxed now and once I get organized, it won't be so difficult.

Summary: #Person2# can't come up with any ideas of the composition. #Person1# advises #Person2# to write a composition about the camel ride. #Person2# is very grateful.


#Person1#: Excuse me, I'm looking for your 3 - liter Pepsis, the ones that are on sale this week. There don't seem to be any in the soft drink section.
#Person2#: We may be sold out of them. Let me check the back. ( The clerk goes to the storeroom, returning a few minutes later. ) I'm afraid we're out of stock. Would you like a rain check?
#Person1#: Yes, I would, thank you.
#Person2#: Let me get the manager to sign one for you.

Summary: #Person1# is looking for 3-liter Pepsis but they're out of stock. #Person2#'ll ask the manager to sign a rain check for #Person1#.


#Person1#: I lost my dog. Can you help me look for him?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. When was the last time you saw him?
#Person1#: I tide him up right here as I went to grab some coffee. When I came back outside, he was gone.
#Person2#: OK, what does he look like?
#Person1#: He's white with black spots He's around 40 pounds and has short hair. His name is Milo and he always comes when he's called.
#Person2#: I'll take the streets going to the right and you take the streets going to the left. Meet me back in front of the coffee shop in 10 minutes. If we don't find him, we can take my car to look farther out.
#Person1#: Do you think I should call the police?
#Person2#: I doubt if they'll have time to help, but I don't think will need them. Look over there in that Park 2 blocks down.
#Person1#: It's Milo! Quick! Let's run over there!
#Person2#: Let's go.

Summary: #Person1# lost the dog and describes to #Person2# what it looks like. #Person2# helps to look for the dog.


#Person1#: Hot in here, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yeah, really.
#Person1#: Is it Ok if I sit here?
#Person2#: Of course. Suit yourself.
#Person1#: Thanks. My name's Bill Peters, by the way.
#Person2#: Hi, I'm Susan Jackson.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you. And what do you do, Susan?
#Person2#: I'm a student at UCLA.
#Person1#: Oh, are you? And what are you studying?
#Person2#: Medicine.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to be a doctor one of these days. What about you?
#Person1#: I'm an engineer, I work for Boeing. Say, would you like a drink?
#Person2#: Sure. Thanks.

Summary: Bill and Susan introduce themselves to each other. Bill is an engineer and Susan is a student majoring in medicine.


#Person1#: Have you noticed a lot of differences between your country and ours?
#Person2#: Well, that's a difficult question, but I can think of a few. People here dress quite differently, because the weather is warmer here. We wear winter clothes half the year-thick trousers and warm sweaters. Here, people dress more fashionably. Everyone looks very well dressed.
#Person1#: Is clothing expensive in your country?
#Person2#: Yes, it's more expensive than here.
#Person1#: Do you find it easy to talk to people here? Can you make friends easily?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. It's easy to meet people here, even if we speak different languages. People are the same everywhere. They worry about the same things. They worry about the cost of living and about the future of their children.
#Person1#: Yes, you are dead right.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the differences between #Person1#'s country and #Person2#'s, including dressing and prices of clothing. But #Person2# thinks making friends here is easy because people's worries are the same all over the world.


#Person1#: Do you want to go play tennis with me tomorrow morning?
#Person2#: That would be fun, but I need to pick up my passport from the police station.
#Person1#: Are you going on a trip?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm going to the UK with my dad next month.
#Person1#: Cool, is it a holiday?
#Person2#: Not really, he is going on a business trip in London and I'm going with him to check out a few universities that I might apply for next year.
#Person1#: Sounds great, so how long will you be there?
#Person2#: I'm going to be in London for 5 days, after that I will visit a couple of cities in Schottland as well.
#Person1#: Checking out some schools there, too?
#Person2#: Exactly, well, have a nice weekend and see you at school on Monday.
#Person1#: Thanks. See you.

Summary: #Person2# can't play tennis with #Person1# because #Person2# needs to pick up #Person2#'s passport. #Person2#'s going to the UK next month to check out some universities.


#Person1#: Good morning, Ms. Chan. What can I get you today?
#Person2#: Good morning, Mr. Church. I'd like some lamb chops for the children's lunch.
#Person1#: Shoulder chops, Ms. Chan?
#Person2#: Yes. I'll take four shoulder chops and I'd like a small chicken.
#Person1#: Would you like to choose a chicken?
#Person2#: Which one is cheaper?
#Person1#: This one is our cheapest.
#Person2#: How much is all that? I don't have much cash. Can I give you a check?
#Person1#: Yes, of course, Ms. Chan.

Summary: #Person1# helps Ms. Chan get some lamb chops for the children's lunch and a small chicken.


#Person1#: What are you doing, little Sarah?
#Person2#: I am looking at my pictures. dad. I painted them in class.
#Person1#: Show me your pictures, dear. Oh, what's that, Sarah?
#Person2#: It's a house.
#Person1#: And what are those?
#Person2#: Those are rooms. This room is the kitchen. That's my bedroom.
#Person1#: What are those green lines?
#Person2#: They are not lines, dad. They are trees. These trees are in the blue sky.
#Person1#: Is that a plane?
#Person2#: It's not a plane, dad. It's you? You are in the sky!

Summary: Sarah shows her Dad her painting which includes a house, trees, and her dad in the sky.


#Person1#: A cup of coffee sounds good, doesn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, but I think I'll have orange juice first.
#Person1#: Do you feel like having anything to eat?
#Person2#: Well, I think I'll try the pancakes. How about you?
#Person1#: Sounds great. That's just what I feel like having.

Summary: #Person1# orders coffee and pancakes while #Person2# orders orange juice and pancakes.


#Person1#: Have you met the new girl?
#Person2#: No. Have you?
#Person1#: She's one of the prettiest girls at the school.
#Person2#: What does she look like?
#Person1#: Well, she's quite short.
#Person2#: How tall would you say that she is?
#Person1#: I would say she's only 5 feet.
#Person2#: What about her facial features?
#Person1#: She has light brown eyes, absolutely beautiful.
#Person2#: I think I know who you're talking about.
#Person1#: Have you seen her?
#Person2#: I think that I have.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about the new girl at the school and describes her appearance.


#Person1#: I'm glad these batteries are on sale.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. These batteries are not on sale.
#Person1#: But that's what the ad said.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. If you look at the ad again, you'll see that the other brand is on sale.
#Person1#: Oh. You're right. I misread the ad.
#Person2#: Yes, many people make that mistake.
#Person1#: Well, you can't blame them. It's a confusing ad.
#Person2#: You're right. Many ads are like that.
#Person1#: Well, as long as I'm here.
#Person2#: Just one second, and I'll give you the batteries that are on sale.

Summary: #Person1# wants to buy some batteries but mistakes which brand is on sale. #Person2# tells #Person1# the correct one.


#Person1#: I couldn't look at you, and say you aren't beautiful!
#Person2#: You are pretending!
#Person1#: No, Miss Anna, you must let me say how lovely you are! What's wrong with that?
#Person2#: It's wrong because---it isn't true.
#Person1#: You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are, don't you?
#Person2#: Well, no-that is, I've heard Linda say they do, but. . . Thank you. But please don't speak to me again.
#Person1#: Oh, Miss Anna! That's too hard! I won't be here long.

Summary: #Person1# keeps saying Miss Anna is beautiful and Anna is shy to hear that.


#Person1#: There are two things that you'll need to know.
#Person2#: What are they?
#Person1#: The school has three lunch periods, and the kids are divided into three groups to go to lunch.
#Person2#: Wow!
#Person1#: Furthermore, when you are dismissed in the afternoon, you will be divided into two waves.
#Person2#: Two waves?
#Person1#: The school parking lot is not big enough for all the school buses to come in at one time. So only half the buses come in first to pick up the first wave's students.
#Person2#: And the other half come in later to pick up the second wave.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# there are three lunch periods and two waves due to the limited school parking lot.


#Person1#: Jim, are you planning to buy that nice blue Ford car you looked at last week?
#Person2#: I'm afraid that's impossible because I haven't been able to come up with the cash, and someone else has already made a down payment on it.

Summary: Jim is not going to buy the Ford car.


#Person1#: Hello? I would like to speak to Mr. Lee.
#Person2#: This is Lee speaking.
#Person1#: This is Linda, your old friend.
#Person2#: Oh, how are you, Linda? I'm glad you called.
#Person1#: Mr. Smith wrote to me that you were coming to our city. May I see you at your hotel right away?
#Person2#: Please hold on a moment. I have to check my schedule. Yes, that's ail fight.
#Person1#: Great. I'll be there in haft an hour.
#Person2#: All right, I'll be expecting you.
#Person1#: Oh, I almost forgot. What's your room number?
#Person2#: It's the No. 311 on the second floor. Please call me if you can't find me.
#Person1#: I'll do that. See you later.

Summary: Linda calls to Mr. Lee because she wants to visit Lee. Mr. Lee gladly agrees.


#Person1#: Have heard of Paul?
#Person2#: No, what?
#Person1#: He's got a promotion.
#Person2#: You're kidding.
#Person1#: No, they made him vicepresident in charge of sells.
#Person2#: I don't believe it. He is only being with the company for two years.
#Person1#: Well, it's true. The board man last thirdly and they choice Paul.
#Person2#: Well. Good for him.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that Paul got a promotion. #Person2# thinks it unbelievable.


#Person1#: The boss had an informal discussion with me this morning, I feel really down.
#Person2#: What's up? ?
#Person1#: Well, actually I failed to meet a deadline last week and I forgot to answer an e-mail for a VIP customer yesterday.
#Person2#: Anything that distracts you from work?
#Person1#: Yes, everything. I feel overwhelmed by the daily work. Sometimes, I just can't focus on what I am doing. What is worse, though I make plans for a whole week, I always have to make changes later on because other things come up. I can't manage my time well. I can't handle work well. I am afraid I was screw up more things.
#Person2#: Look, Lucy. Things are not so bad as you said. This is our company's busiest time in a year. You need to relax a little. Don't push yourself too hard, ok?
#Person1#: Well, I will try.

Summary: Lucy's down because she failed to meet a deadline.She feels overwhelmed by the daily work. #Person2# tells her not to push herself so hard.


#Person1#: Can you recognize that woman, Betty?
#Person2#: I think I can, Henry. It must be Jenny Brown, the actress.
#Person1#: I thought so. She is beautiful, isn't she?
#Person2#: Yes, she is. She doesn't look old at all.
#Person1#: I read she's twenty-nine, but she must be at least forty.
#Person2#: I'm sure she is. She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl.
#Person1#: That was a long time ago, wasn't it?
#Person2#: Not that long ago! I am not more than twenty-nine myself!

Summary: Betty and Henry recognize Jenny Brown and think she looks much younger than her real age.


#Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Good evening, Sir. Is this Mr. Charles Philips?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Phillips. This evening, I'm calling to offer you a special discount on ...
#Person1#: Ah, no, let me guess. You want to sell a subscription to the newspaper or a great deal on airfare to Hawaii, right? [Well, ...]. Or, you want to offer me an unbelievable bargain on flamenco dance lessons.
#Person2#: No, no, actually ... Mr. Jones. [Huh?] Oh, sorry. That was the last guy. [Ah, great.] Uh, we want to offer you a free trial membership to our sports club downtown at the introductory price of $39.95 ...
#Person1#: Thirty-nine ninety-five?!? I thought you said free! Uh, listen. I'm not interested.
#Person2#: Well, it includes unlimited access to all our facilities, including the gym, weight room, racketball courts, and swimming pool.
#Person1#: Again, I'm not interested. I have my own fitness program I do around the house anyway.
#Person2#: Well, this is a once-in-a-lifetime deal.
#Person1#: Nah. Like I said, I'll pass this time. And please put me on your 'don't call' list.
#Person2#: Okay. It'll take between four and six months before your name will be removed from our database. [Months?!?] You might be called by another representative during that time.
#Person1#: Ah, man. Ah, great.
#Person2#: Have a nice evening, Mr. Williams.
#Person1#: Ah, man.

Summary: #Person2# phones to offer Mr. Charles Philips a free trial membership to their sports club. Mr. Charles Philips refuses the offer and asks #Person2# to put him on the 'don't call' list, but it could take months.


#Person1#: How is the result of your lab test?
#Person2#: When it comes to that, I have a lot to say.
#Person1#: Then say it.
#Person2#: When I went back to my doctor to hear the results of my lab tests, I tried to keep a poker face even though I was scared to death. Then you guess what he said.
#Person1#: That ' s just what I want to know.
#Person2#: He told me the tests were negative and there was nothing wrong with me.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# was scared about the result of #Person2#'s lab tests but the doctor told #Person1# there was nothing wrong with #Person1#.


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

Summary: #Person1# wants to get a tattoo but #Person2# suggests #Person1# reconsider it because it hurts a lot and a tattoo is hard to be removed.


#Person1#: The country is strong only in appearance. Don't you think so?
#Person2#: Yes. In fact there are quite a large number of people who have no food to eat and no place to live in.
#Person1#: You can say that again. The government must open it's eyes to the fact.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# agree that this country is strong only in appearance.


#Person1#: Well, tell me something of yourself.
#Person2#: What would you like to know, Mr. Green?
#Person1#: What working experience have you got?
#Person2#: In 2004, I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou. I started a sales representative. A year later, I was promoted to the position of sales manager. I had that job ever since, which is just over a year now.
#Person1#: Oh, good. Irene, can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant? Don't you like your present job?
#Person2#: Frankly, some part of it I enjoy very much, but I prefer something more professional. It happens that I have a friend working here in this company. She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant. I felt very excited at this news. That's why I'm here.

Summary: Mr. Green interviews Irene. Irene shares her previous working experience and the reasons why she quits being a sales manager to work as Mr. Green's assistant.


#Person1#: What was the movie you saw last night?
#Person2#: It was a foreign film called'Gone with the wind'.
#Person1#: Really? I've seen that movie, too.
#Person2#: How did you like the movie?
#Person1#: I thought it was pretty good.
#Person2#: I can't say I agree.
#Person1#: You're kidding. The storyline and acting were outstanding.
#Person2#: I guess I expected too much from the movie, so I was a bit disappointed.
#Person1#: It might be.

Summary: #Person1# thinks the movie is pretty good, but #Person2# is disappointed.


#Person1#: Did you watch the Premiership last night?
#Person2#: Yes, I watched United play Chelsea. What a fierce battle! allay were engaged in intensive pressing and tackling in midfield. Well, it was not like a normal English League match.
#Person1#: No, it wasn't. Rather, it looked like a Bundesliga match, where physical contact is so frequent. English League teams are apt to pass the midfield quickly with long passes. It seems to me English soccer players are very gentlemanly. As Diego Maradona spoke teasingly, they often knew only chasing hard after the ball, but forgot to steal it.
#Person2#: Haha. That's probably why slide tackle and fouls are less common, and offsides more frequent in English League matches than those on the Continent. And the ball is often kept flying overhead, drawing beautiful curves in the sky. Such games are quite pleasing to the eye.
#Person1#: Which team do you back then?
#Person2#: I'm a firm United supporter. I like their playing style. The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs, Like Riggs, Peckham and Gary Neville. They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking.
#Person1#: But the Reds keep a weak midfield. I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield. It is the main source of its strength.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the Premiership and different playing styles of teams. #Person2# is a firm supporter of United for its playing style while #Person1# supports Juventas of Italian Series A for its strong midfield.


#Person1#: Here you are at last! You're half an hour late, you know.
#Person2#: I'm awfully sorry to have kept you waiting for so long.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: My watch stopped and I didn't know. I certainly need to buy a better one.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is late because of #Person2#'s stopped watch.


#Person1#: Are you cold?
#Person2#: Yes, a little.
#Person1#: I wonder if we can change the temperature.
#Person2#: I tried before. There are no buttons on the air conditioning.
#Person1#: There must be buttons. How do they turn it on and off?
#Person2#: I think it is centrally controlled. They control it at the main desk.
#Person1#: Well, they have it too cold in here. I want to be warmer. I won't be able to sleep.
#Person2#: I'm going downstairs for more drinking water. I will ask them.
#Person1#: What did they say about the air conditioning?
#Person2#: They said it is centrally controlled. All the rooms are the same. They can't change it.
#Person1#: That's stupid. How can I sleep in this?
#Person2#: You can wear more clothes.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are cold and want to change the temperature. The main desk tells #Person2# it's centrally controlled. #Person2# advises #Person1# to wear more clothes.


#Person1#: Waiter! I'd like to speak to the manager please... immediately if possible.
#Person2#: Is anything wrong, Madam?
#Person1#: I'm afraid there is. The service here has been terrible. We had to wait twenty minutes for a glass of mineral water.
#Person2#: I see. Well I'm sorry to hear that. The trouble is that we're a bit sort of hands at present. Two waitresses are ill.
#Person1#: All right, but that's no excuse. My husband asked for goose and he was brought chicken instead. It's just unbelievable! And my beans weren't cooked properly. It wasn't a very enjoyable meal at all.
#Person2#: This is most regrettable.
#Person1#: Look at this bill. We've been overcharged. We only had one dessert, not two. Can you check the bill again, please?
#Person2#: I do apologize, Madam.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I'm not going to pay the service charge, or give a tip, as I don't feel satisfied with it. I'm quite disappointed as a matter of fact.
#Person2#: I'll pass on your complaints to the manager right away.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# wants to speak to the manager to complain about the service. #Person2# explains that they are short of hands but #Person1# will not buy it. #Person2# promises to pass on her complaints to the manager.


#Person1#: Hey. Steven. You have a large chunk of money, but why do you still live in the old flat, instead of buying a new villa?
#Person2#: I like to live here and enjoy my neighbors' company. And I don't think I should waste money just because I have much of it.
#Person1#: But I found you always hate to part with your money. Look at the car you drive; it's such a junker!
#Person2#: Oh, the car is old but still in good condition. I just think we should be thrifty, whether you are rich or not.
#Person1#: But. . . But. . .
#Person2#: But what? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue, but also a great revenue.
#Person1#: Maybe you are right.

Summary: #Person1# thinks Steven should buy a new villa and a new car. Steven tells #Person1# he keeps the old stuff because he values being thrifty.


#Person1#: Can I talk to you for a moment,Jack?
#Person2#: Of course,Jane. Sit down. What is it?
#Person1#: I've decided to leave.
#Person2#: Leave?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Oh,no. Is it because we're moving out of London?
#Person1#: Well,yes. But there are other reasons.
#Person2#: I see. You never like working here.
#Person1#: No, no. I've enjoyed working here. But...
#Person2#: But what?
#Person1#: Well, I haven't time to do other things. I've worked here for five years. And I'd like to do something different.
#Person2#: What do you mean, something different?
#Person1#: I want to travel. You know, I have never been to other countries.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes. I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language.
#Person2#: What can I say? I'm really sorry. But I understand.
#Person1#: Thank you, Jack.

Summary: Jane tells Jack she's decided to leave because she'd like to do something different. She plans to live abroad. Jack feels sorry but understands.


#Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm looking for a cotton polo shirt.
#Person1#: Any particular colour?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: I like the design, but don't particularly care for the colour. Do you have that in other colours, too?
#Person1#: Well, they come in white, pale yellow, aqua, red and green. Will a white one do?
#Person2#: Yes. I prefer white - and may I see a pale yellow one, too?
#Person1#: Why, of course. Let's see. . . White. . . Pale yellow. Here you are, sir.

Summary: #Person2#'s looking for a cotton polo shirt and #Person1# offers recommendations.


#Person1#: Are you interested in mountaineering?
#Person2#: Yes, in some sense. I should say I like mountain climbing, you know, because I'm not so professional. How about you
#Person1#: I'm the same with you, an amateur mountain climber. I went climbing in the Rocky Mountains with my friends last summer vacation. We spent two days in the mountains.
#Person2#: How did you spend the night there?
#Person1#: We pitched a tent in the night, waiting for the sunrise. Wow! It was too beautiful.
#Person2#: I had a similar experience, but that was on the top of Tasha Mountain in my country.
#Person1#: Tasha Mountain? It's very famous in China, isn't?
#Person2#: Yes. It is one of the Five Mountains.
#Person1#: I want to climb Tasha Mountain this summer vacation. Would you be my guide?
#Person2#: I'd love to.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are both amateur mountain climbers. #Person1# describes the experience in the Rocky Mountains to #Person2# and invites #Person2# to be the guide while climbing Tasha Mountain.


#Person1#: By the way, do you know what time it is?
#Person2#: Well, it's a quarter to two.
#Person1#: Oh, I've got to go.
#Person2#: See Linda in the library?
#Person1#: No. Actually I'm going to meet with Professor Smith at ten past two. You may continue our project discussion with Michael.
#Person2#: All right.

Summary: #Person1# has to leave and asks #Person2# to continue the project discussion with Michael.


#Person1#: Let's decide what to order.
#Person2#: I'll have a hamburger.
#Person1#: The works?
#Person2#: No, just tomatoes, please. And large fries.
#Person1#: Anything to drink?
#Person2#: A small cola.
#Person1#: I'll have a sandwich and small fries. Would you like to have some desserts?
#Person2#: Apple pie is my favorite dessert.
#Person1#: I'd like to have an ice cream

Summary: #Person2# and #Person1# talk about what to order.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Do you know how to get to the mall?
#Person2#: Sure, I used to work there. Go straight for about a mile, then turn left at the light. The mall will be on the right.
#Person1#: Do you know the address?
#Person2#: Yes, the address is 541 Main street.
#Person1#: Can you write it down for me please?
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: Is it faster if I take Highland avenue?
#Person2#: No, that way is longer. There are more stop lights on that street.
#Person1#: I think you're right. Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get the mall efficiently and writes down the address.


#Person1#: Emily, are you getting rushed by a sorority?
#Person2#: More than one. I think the count is now three, if I remember correctly.
#Person1#: Wow. I'm getting rushed too, but just one. Are you thinking of joining any of them?
#Person2#: I don't know. I know there are advantages to joining, but I'm not much into group stuff.
#Person1#: The guys I've talked to say that the activities that go on in a frat house can be a little distracting depending on the group.
#Person2#: I think I'm going to decline. I just prefer to do my own thing.
#Person1#: Were your parents involved in that kind of thing at all when they went to school?
#Person2#: My dad was, but not my mom.

Summary: #Person1# asks Emily whether she will join a sorority. #Person1# hears that the activities may be a little distracting. Emily thinks she will decline.


#Person1#: Well, you seem to enjoy speaking English.
#Person2#: You can't help learning when you're using it all day. You'll see. A few weeks'study in the school will have a similar effect on you.
#Person1#: I hope so. You see, at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent. I'm awfully worried, I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect.
#Person2#: Oh, she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class. She doesn't mind your making mistakes, though.
#Person1#: You know, speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use.

Summary: #Person2# is worried about using English throughout the class. #Person1# thinks using English in class is a good way to practice English.


#Person1#: Good morning, and welcome to Live Tech. It is my honor to make this presentation for you. Let me begin by explaining some of our digital cameras'selling points. You will see immediately that they are very stylish, but what you can't see is the cutting-edge technology inside. All of our cameras are light, compact, and easy to use.
#Person2#: Can I take a look at one of those?
#Person1#: Be my guest. Live Tech's digital cameras combine point-and-shoot simplicity with the ability to easily turn pictures into great-looking prints. Furthermore, it allows users to transfer pictures to a computer while the camera recharges.
#Person2#: Can I take a picture of you? Seeing is believing.
#Person1#: Sure, Just push the button, like. . .
#Person2#: I think I can figure this out. Let's see if this works as advertised. Say'cheese!'
#Person1#: I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today.
#Person2#: I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves.

Summary: #Person1# is making a presentation about digital cameras' selling points and explains the advantages and functions to #Person2#. #Person2# takes a picture and thinks the quality of the photos will speak for themselves.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I'm looking for Bluemingdails. Could you tell me how to get there?
#Person2#: Sure. It's very close actually. You go straight down this road. Then you turn left, at the next junction.
#Person1#: Left the next junction. Ok.
#Person2#: Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block. You see it as you turn left. Seriously, You can't miss it. It's enormous.
#Person1#: Thanks very much.

Summary: #Person1#'s looking for Bluemingdails, and #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get there.


#Person1#: Hey, Terry, have all the players got here?
#Person2#: Yeah, most of them have arrived. Don't worry. There are still 20 minutes left before the match.
#Person1#: OK. By the way, the stadium is terrific.
#Person2#: Of course. It's a newly-built one.
#Person1#: We are lucky to play in a new stadium.
#Person2#: Hurry up, Benjamin! Pass the ball to me. I'm good at shooting.
#Person1#: Look out. Catch the ball. You should dunk besides the three-point line.
#Person2#: Oh, God! I didn't touch anybody. How can I commit a foul?
#Person1#: Just calm down. It's just a turnover. Make up your mind and we can shoot well.
#Person2#: Yes, I got it. Come on, Benjamin, don't let him get into the paint.
#Person1#: No problem, I once played a 2 - meter-high player successfully.
#Person2#: Really? You must be. . .
#Person1#: But that game he dunked over me for 13 times.
#Person2#: That's interesting. Let's hurry up, we should beat them in the first half.
#Person1#: Oh, look, what's happened to Jack? He sat down.
#Person2#: He may be injured. Yes, come on, call the team doctor.

Summary: Terry and Benjamin are playing basketball in the newly-built stadium. Benjamin is confident with the shooting. Terry wants to beat the other team in the first half, but Benjamin finds Jack may be injured.


#Person1#: Let's start to study how to use computers , Paubler. It's good to know that a computer has two major parts, the hardware and the software.
#Person2#: What's the hardware?
#Person1#: The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes.
#Person2#: That's seems obvious enough. then what about the software?
#Person1#: The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things.
#Person2#: I see, actually the hardware is the easy part, I do want to study how to use the software.
#Person1#: Right you are, Paubler, and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus.
#Person2#: Ever since I saw computer can do your project, I wanted to have a computer.

Summary: #Person1# and Paubler are studying how to use computers and #Person1# tells Paubler about the hardware and the software.


#Person1#: Hello. I'd like a copy of the brochure, please. How much is that?
#Person2#: It's free. There's one map inside.
#Person1#: Oh. Thank you very much. Look, I'm only here for three days. What are the best places to see?
#Person2#: Well... There is a lot you could do. Are you interested in visiting some outlying islands such as Lantau?
#Person1#: Outlying islands?
#Person2#: Yes, there are a lot of interesting things you can see there; there are old villages and temples. And the scenery is very nice. This brochure tells you more. You could think about it.
#Person1#: Well... I will. Thanks very much indeed!
#Person2#: You're welcome.

Summary: #Person1# buys the brochure from #Person2# and asks #Person2# what are the best places to see. #Person2# recommends some outlying islands.


#Person1#: Hello, may I speak to Mr. Robert the Human Resources Manager?
#Person2#: Wait a minute. I will get him here. Sorry, he is busy doing something. Why don't you give him a ring later?
#Person1#: OK, that's fine. Thank you.
#Person2#: You are welcome.

Summary: #Person1#'ll ring Mr. Robert later for he's busy.


#Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to check out.
#Person1#: Yes, of course sir. What's your name and your room number, PLS?
#Person2#: Jack Remington, room 1408.
#Person1#: Ok, here is your bill, Mr. Remington.
#Person2#: Which of these is my bill?
#Person1#: Oh, I am sorry sir. I forgot to explain that to you. This one is an allowance slip. We made a mistake in your bill and overcharged you 120 dollars. So we had to write up an allowance slip and deduct 120 dollars from your bill.
#Person2#: I see. So this is the bill then and the total is. . . ?
#Person1#: Down here, 800 dollars. How do you wish to settle your account, sir, in cash or by credit card?
#Person2#: In cash.
#Person1#: Is that US dollars?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Just a moment, PLS. I'll write out a receipt for you.

Summary: #Person1# serves Jack Remington to check out and gives him the bill. #Person1# explains to Jack that they made a mistake in his bill and have corrected it.


#Person1#: I visited the Polar Aquarium today.
#Person2#: Is it like a zoo of polar animals?
#Person1#: Almost. There are a lot of polar animals sea birds, such as seals, whales and penguins, People don't get much chance of seeing them.
#Person2#: It must have been fun seeing those unusual animals and birds.
#Person1#: Absolutely. To be frank, I learned quite a lot about those animals and polar areas. I'm thinking of my kids there one of these days.
#Person2#: Maybe you should let me know about your plan. I want to take my kids there some day. too.

Summary: #Person1# visited the Polar Aquarium and #Person2# thinks it's fun. They both want to take the kids there one day.


#Person1#: Hello. Is this Dr. Smith's office?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. May I help you?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like to speak to Dr. Smith, please.
#Person2#: Dr. Smith went home this afternoon. May I ask who is calling?
#Person1#: This is Jim White.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, Mr. White. Dr. Smith asked me to give you his home phone number.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. Yes, what's the number?
#Person2#: His number is 77231059.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: That's all right.

Summary: Jim White phones for Dr. Smith, but #Person2# says he isn't available and leaves his number.


#Person1#: Would you like to come by and play bridge?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. Why don't we go dancing for a change? We haven't done that for a long time.
#Person1#: Well, to tell the truth, I don't really feel like it tonight. I had a pretty hard day and I'm sort of tired.
#Person2#: Hmm. Well, in that case, we could go to the movies.
#Person1#: Oh, we always go to the movies. Can't we do something different?
#Person2#: Well, do you have any suggestions?
#Person1#: Let's see. How do you feel about playing bridge?
#Person2#: It's OK with me, but we don't have any beer and things.
#Person1#: Well, shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over, and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Hello, Janet. It's me. . . Oh, fine. Just fine. Say, Janet, I was wondering if you and Tom were doing anything tonight. . . No? Well. would you like to come by our place and play a few hands of bridge?

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to come by and play bridge. #Person2# at first wants to do something else but ultimately agrees. Then #Person1# calls Janet and Tom to come.


#Person1#: Excuse me, how do I get to the Forbidden City?
#Person2#: Follow this road and turn right at the second intersection. It'll be right there.
#Person1#: Is it far?
#Person2#: No, it should only take you about 15 minutes by foot.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the way to the Forbidden City.


#Person1#: Why is it that some children performed better than others at school?
#Person2#: Obviously, certain children are brighter than others, but it is not that simple. A lot of emphasis is placed on intelligence measured by tests.
#Person1#: The so called IQ tests?
#Person2#: Yes, basically they are intended to test language and numerical ability, so some children are bound to suffer. This is very unfortunate. A child with an average IQ may turn out to be successful when he grows up.
#Person1#: What you are saying is that some children have abilities that are not easy to measure.
#Person2#: Exactly. If these abilities are not discovered early, they cannot be developed. That's why there are so many unhappy parents in the world. They're not doing the things they are best at.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: But at school, only those who are good with words and numbers will probably do well in exams.
#Person1#: Right. Is there anything a parent can do to help in this case?
#Person2#: Yes, in my opinion, a child should be judged on his individual talents. After all, being happy in life is putting your skills to good use no matter what they are.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# believes the IQ test cannot reflect children's abilities and children should be judged based on their talents.


#Person1#: Is there a daily passenger ship to Dalian?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How many days does it take to Dalian?
#Person2#: About one day. It arrives in Dalian at 10:00 a. m. tomorrow.
#Person1#: How many ports do we call at on our passage to Qingdao?
#Person2#: Four ports.
#Person1#: The ship is going very fast.
#Person2#: Perhaps she makes about 25 knots an hour.
#Person1#: The sea is calm and peaceful. A sea trip is always enjoyable in fine weather like this.
#Person2#: Yes. I hope it will remain fine all the way.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# about the ship to Dalian and the port information. They both hope that the weather stays fine.


#Person1#: A Westerner said to his Chinese friend. ' Chinese people slurp when drinking soup. It's disgusting. ' The Chinese friend replied, ' Westerners make a lot of noise licking their fingers when eating. It's even worse. '
#Person2#: Everyone has his own habits, but these habits are not very good. The noise often spoils other people's appetite.
#Person1#: I attended a course on table manners while I was in the United States. Some of the things we learnt included how to place the napkin and utensils and how to pass the bread. Before each course, the teacher would ask if we wanted to learn the Continental European way or the American way. We always said ' American way. ' It's amazing that everyone is so used to their own table manners. What is the Chinese way?
#Person2#: The westerners use knives and forks to eat so it is complicated. The Chinese use a pair of chopsticks and eat out of the same plate. I assume it is less complicated, right?
#Person1#: Not really. I did some research about Chinese table manners. The important rule is to remain silent while eating. Of course, this refers to family meals only. Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health. It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party. The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated. Each dish should be placed in the correct position. When fish is served, the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty. If it is in winter, the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter. Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table. The diners should sit close to the table so food won't drop on their cloths. No noise should be made when chewing. No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn't like it. One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise. All these table manners are very similar to Western habits.
#Person2#: It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background. Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles. We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people's appetite. Westerners like to say, ' bon appetite ' before meals which is one way to suggest ' mind your table manners. ' Is there such an expression in Chinese?
#Person1#: Yes. We say ' eat well and drink well. '

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about western and Chinese table manners. #Person2# thinks the Chinese table manners are less complicated but #Person1# finds the table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated and takes serving the fish for example. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# more about Chinese table manners which are very similar to Western habits. They both agree people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background.


#Person1#: Hey, you, pick up that piece of garbage!
#Person2#: Huh? Me?
#Person1#: Yeah, you. I just saw you throw a piece of garbage on the ground. Can't you read the No Littering sign? It's a $ 500 penalty for littering, so go pick it up and put it in the garbage can over there.
#Person2#: Why should I do that? It's only a piece of garbage. Why should you care?
#Person1#: Because this is a public place, and I want to spend my time here without having to look at your garbage.
#Person2#: Listen, I really don't know why you're making this into such a big issue. It's only a small piece of garbage in a large space. It's not like there's garbage everywhere. Besides, someone will come along to clean it up at some time or another.
#Person1#: It's not the cleaner's responsibility to pick up after lazy people. It's part of your responsibility to make sure that the place is neat for other people. If everyone thought like you, there'd be garbage everywhere! The cleaners can't be everywhere!
#Person2#: Ok, whatever. See, I'm putting it in the garbage can.
#Person1#: Hold on, that's an item. You should put that in the recycle bin next to the trashcan.

Summary: #Person1# requires #Person2# to pick up the garbage #Person2# just threw on the ground and put it in the recycle bin, although #Person2# doesn't think it's a big issue and the cleaner will do it.


#Person1#: It's weekend again, I'm glad I can arrange for my personal matters.
#Person2#: What do you mean by that?
#Person1#: Oh, that means I can do whatever I like without few interruptions.
#Person2#: You've been always active and versatile. It seems that you are interested in everything.
#Person1#: Oh, really? I just have lots of hobbies in my spare time ; such as going to the concert, painting, handwriting, reading novels and reading fashion magazines. What about yours?
#Person2#: I have fewer hobbies than yours. That's why I find campus life a bit dull and uninteresting.
#Person1#: Oh, you can't think like that. We young people should try our best to learn new things and accept new ideas. You like taking photos and going to photography shows, why not practise the technique and catch something unforgeable?
#Person2#: That's a good suggestion. It's fine today. Maybe I can take photos on the scenery of the lake at sunset. It must be fantastic.
#Person1#: I quite agree with you. With our hobbies, our life can be more colorful and exciting.
#Person2#: And I can concentrate on my study after the relaxation over the weekend.
#Person1#: Yes, it's a good habit to have a life-long hobby. Those who practise calligraphy and Qigong always live longer.

Summary: #Person1# has lots of hobbies while #Person2# has fewer and finds campus life uninteresting. #Person1# knows #Person2# likes taking photos and suggests #Person2# practice the technique. They agree hobbies make their life more colorful and help them concentrate on their studies.


#Person1#: What are you going to do for the project?
#Person2#: I don't know. I was hoping you could help me think of something.
#Person1#: Well, you're such a good artist. You could talk about watercolor while you're doing one in front of the class.
#Person2#: Maybe, but what if I make a mistake in front of everyone?
#Person1#: Come on, you're really talented. Besides you wouldn't have to do much preparation before hand.
#Person2#: True.
#Person1#: Or how about this? You could bring in a photo, a pencil drawing and watercolor of the same subject. Something simple so it wouldn't take so much time to do like a flower. Then you could show the advantages and disadvantages of working with different materials.
#Person2#: I could do that ahead of time.
#Person1#: You could, but remember it would take a lot more time.
#Person2#: Sure. Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# suggests #Person2# doing the art project by showing the same subject in different materials to show the advantages and disadvantages.


#Person1#: Are you ready?
#Person2#: Ready for what?
#Person1#: Ready for the big switch.
#Person2#: What are you talking about?
#Person1#: The nation is switching to digital TV.
#Person2#: Oh. Of course I'm ready.
#Person1#: Did you buy the converter?
#Person2#: No, I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV.
#Person1#: How much was that?
#Person2#: It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen.
#Person1#: Does it pick up any digital channels?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I get six Korean channels but nothing in English!

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# the age of digital TV is coming. #Person2# says #Person2# has already bought one.


#Person1#: Have you seen that house?
#Person2#: Yes, it looks interesting.
#Person1#: You're right. I love it very much.
#Person2#: It must be old.
#Person1#: At least more than 100 years old.
#Person2#: Let's enter it!
#Person1#: I can't open the door.
#Person2#: It must be locked.
#Person1#: Let me ask the old woman in that reception office.
#Person2#: She can't answer you.
#Person1#: She must be deaf.
#Person2#: It must be a haunted house. Are you frightened?
#Person1#: Frightened? You must be joking.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are interested in an old house but they can't open the door, #Person2# thinks #Person1#'s frightened.


#Person1#: So, what should we take?
#Person2#: I'm going to take my guitar.
#Person1#: Great! And I'm going to take my CD player.
#Person2#: You'd better take lots of music. We've got a 4 hour drive with just mom and dad.
#Person1#: Yeah. I don't know why they want to go camping anyway. Boring.
#Person2#: It sure is and we're missing the baseball game on TV tonight.
#Person1#: Don't remind me. Hey, do you think I should take these?
#Person2#: Yeah,why not?

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# will take the guitar and CD player since they will get a 4-hour drive.


#Person1#: Did you feed the puppies today?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: That's good! Just make sure to bathe them later.
#Person2#: No problem. I can do that for you.
#Person1#: Thank you! You know they have to go to the vet on Saturday?
#Person2#: I know. What time do they go?
#Person1#: Their appointment is at eleven o'clock in the morning.
#Person2#: Okay, I won't forget.

Summary: #Person2# has fed the puppies and will take them to bathe and the vet.


#Person1#: Now, I see from your records that you're often off sick.
#Person2#: Yes, I seem to get a lot of colds and things.
#Person1#: I see. Can I ask about your general way of life? Do you smoke?
#Person2#: I don't smoke.
#Person1#: That's good. Do you eat a lot of fruit and vegetables?
#Person2#: Not really, especially no fruit.
#Person1#: Well, since you don't eat fruit, I think you should drink more water because it helps fight colds.
#Person2#: Really? Hmm...I don't like drinking water. But, well, uh, perhaps.
#Person1#: There's no perhaps about it. And some exercise is needed to improve your health.
#Person2#: Oh, I go swimming once a week.
#Person1#: Well, you should go swimming 3 times a week, so that it really helps your health.

Summary: #Person1# finds #Person2# is often off sick and asks about #Person2#'s lifestyle. #Person1# advises #Person2# to drink more water and swim more.


#Person1#: Hello, how are you? I am Jack.
#Person2#: Hello, I am Amy.
#Person1#: What brings you here?
#Person2#: I saw that your Corollas are on sale.
#Person1#: Yes, it is really a good deal. $ 1, 000 discount. I've never seen a sale as good as this one.
#Person2#: Tell me about Corollas.
#Person1#: Sure. It has 1. 8 liter engine. This one comes with all power options, air condition, CD player, full size spare tire, automatic transmission and ABC. The window price is $ 17, 000, and I can give You for $ 16. 000.
#Person2#: Sounds good. How about $ 15, 000?
#Person1#: You must be kidding! You cannot get that price anywhere.
#Person2#: I am serious. $ 15, 000.
#Person1#: Can you put down a $ 2, 000 deposit, and I'll talk to my manager, see what we can do.
#Person2#: No. Just talk to your manager and let me know.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll be right back. . . Congratulations! The manager approved the final price $ 15, 000.
#Person2#: The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats.
#Person1#: You are really tough. You got a deal.
#Person2#: Thanks!

Summary: Amy saw Corollas are on sale and Jack says the Corolla has all power options and it costs $16000. Amy wants it $15000 and the manager agrees.


#Person1#: What would you like today?
#Person2#: Let me get a hamburger.
#Person1#: Do you want cheese on it?
#Person2#: No cheese.
#Person1#: Can I get you something to drink?
#Person2#: Can I get a soda, please?
#Person1#: What kind do you want?
#Person2#: I'd like a Sprite.
#Person1#: Would you like anything else?
#Person2#: I'd like a bag of Doritos with that.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: That'll be all.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# order a hamburger, a Sprite, and a bag of Doritos.


#Person1#: Hey! That food was terrific. I can't eat another bite. Are you sure you don't want another dish?
#Person2#: No, I'm full. My stomach isn't growling at me any more.
#Person1#: I know what you mean. I'm so full that I can burst. Shall we go then?
#Person2#: I'm all set. Thank you for the dinner, Jack.
#Person1#: You are welcome.

Summary: Jack and #Person2# are both full, then #Person2# thanks Jack for the dinner.


#Person1#: Ben, what are you doing?
#Person2#: Well, I would say that I'm just drifting - - - here, in the pool.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, it's very comfortable just to drift here.
#Person1#: Have you thought about graduate school?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Would you mind telling me then, what were those four years of college for? What was the point of all that hard work?
#Person2#: You got me.
#Person1#: Now listen, Ben. Look, I think it's a very good thing that a young man, after he's done some very good work, should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself, and lie around, and drink beer and so on. But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass.

Summary: #Person1# questions Ben for his indulgence in entertainment and urges him to work hard.


#Person1#: Hello, BCD Company, can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, may I speak to Mrs. Smith?
#Person1#: This is Mrs. Smith, may I have your name?
#Person2#: This is Sun, and I interviewed with you yesterday.
#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Sun.
#Person2#: I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday.
#Person1#: You are welcome, Mr. Sun.
#Person2#: I really enjoyed meeting with you.
#Person1#: You certainly made a good impression on me, as well.
#Person2#: I am very interested in this position.
#Person1#: We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible.
#Person2#: Well, thank you for your time and consideration again.
#Person1#: You are welcome.

Summary: Mr. Sun calls Mrs. Smith to say thanks for giving him an interview for the Sales Manager position. Mrs. Smith tells Mr. Sun they'll make the decision by the end of the week.


#Person1#: What were you thinking? You nearly hit me!
#Person2#: What are you talking about? You saw my signal and when I started to turn left, you sped up and blocked me.
#Person1#: You're crazy, lady. I had the right of way and I was just driving through a yellow light.
#Person2#: You're lucky. There were no police around, or you would have gotten a ticket for sure. It's drivers like you that give the rest of us a bad name.
#Person1#: Obviously, you're new to this whole driving thing. I've wasted enough of my day and you already. So if you will kindly move your car, I'll be on my way.
#Person2#: Me? Move my car? You've got some nerve buddy. You're the one who should move.

Summary: #Person1# quarrels with #Person2# about the car accident that happened when #Person2# was trying to turn left and #Person1# was driving through a yellow light.


#Person1#: Hello. Could you have a taxi pick me up before 10:00 a. m.?
#Person2#: What is your address?
#Person1#: I stay at No. 115 Fucking Road.
#Person2#: OK, a taxi will be there by 9:30.
#Person1#: What are your rates?
#Person2#: It is RMB 10 yuan initially and 2 yuan for each kilometer.
#Person1#: I have a lot of luggage. Will those fit in the taxi?
#Person2#: Take it easy. I'll send a larger to pick you up.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person2# will send a larger taxi to pick #Person1# up at No. 115 Fucking Road by 9:30.


#Person1#: Hello, Pineapple Computer Company. This is Janice Shaw, the secretary of Nova. May I ask who is calling?
#Person2#: Good morning. This is Dan. Could I speak to Nova?
#Person1#: I feel so sorry that Nova has gone on her business trip.
#Person2#: Really? When will she come back?
#Person1#: Maybe next weekend. She only mentioned this before she left.
#Person2#: Well, the reason why I am calling is to tell her that our appointment in next month will have to be postponed. And the exact time for this meeting will be discussed after she comes back.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. I have to leave a memo here. Anything else?
#Person2#: The file for the meeting needs to be retyped and please send it to us as soon as possible.
#Person1#: Dan, don't worry. I will tell her everything as soon as she comes back.

Summary: Dan calls to speak to Nova but Nova is unavailable. Janice will help to inform Nova that Dan intends to postpone their appointment and the file for the meeting needs to be retyped.


#Person1#: What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: My washing machine isn't working.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: The water will not drain.
#Person1#: Is there anything else wrong with it?
#Person2#: No, that's it.
#Person1#: I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like.
#Person2#: When will you be able to fix it?
#Person1#: How does this afternoon at 2 thirty sound to you?
#Person2#: That would be perfect.
#Person1#: Alright, so I'll see you then?
#Person2#: See you then.

Summary: #Person2#'s washing machine isn't working. #Person1# will come down to fix it this afternoon at 2 thirty.


#Person1#: Welcome, everyone. Welcome to Language International. My name is Ema Waston. And I am the center manager. I hope you will all have a wonderful stay here with us. This is Mr. Brone, our social organizer.
#Person2#: Thank you, Ema. Hello, everyone. I'm Jone Brone, And it's my job to make sure you have some fun while you are here. Now this afternoon we'll go together on the walking tour of the city. And then on Wednesday afternoon, we are off to the legal sports center where you can play volleyball or football, use the gym, or go swimming to keep yourselves fit. And on Friday afternoon, we have a film club. This week's film is Spider Man. On Saturday, we are going on a day trip to Oxford, leaving here at 8:30 in the morning. Please don't be late, or we'll go without you. And finally on Sunday, we are off to London, leaving at the same time. If there are any other things you'd like to do while you are here, just ask me. And I will see if I can help.

Summary: Ema Watson welcomes everyone and introduces John Brone. Brone tells everyone they'll have a walking tour this afternoon and they'll go to the sports center, film club, Oxford and London in the following days.


#Person1#: Hello, it's nice to meet you.
#Person2#: I'm glad we're meeting today. Thank you.
#Person1#: You're welcome.
#Person2#: I would like to talk to you about your daughter.
#Person1#: Is there a problem?
#Person2#: No, your daughter is great.
#Person1#: That's great news.
#Person2#: Your daughter is a wonderful student.
#Person1#: She isn't messing up in class?
#Person2#: Of course not. Your daughter is smart and very well behaved.
#Person1#: Well, I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well.
#Person2#: It is my pleasure to have her in my class.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1#'s daughter is a wonderful student. #Person1# feels glad.


#Person1#: You are in the pink recently. How do you make it?
#Person2#: Well, I attend an aerobic class three times a week.
#Person1#: Are you tired after class?
#Person2#: No. And on the contrary, I feel young, fresh and energetic.

Summary: #Person2#'s been pink recently because #Person2# takes an aerobic class regularly.


#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 till 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 go to bed and get up early to work rather than smoke to keep himself awake.


#Person1#: Can I borrow your CDs for our school dance?
#Person2#: Oh, you don't ask much, do you?
#Person1#: I promise I will personally guard every single one and they will come back in perfect condition.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. Your class can rent them from me for the night and buy back any damaged ones.
#Person1#: That sounds fair. That's still cheaper than paying a band to come play for us.
#Person2#: Not as fun though. A live band is way more exciting!
#Person1#: Our class doesn't have enough money. We already checked into it.
#Person2#: Let me know with your next dance. I know a band that may give you a break for the publicity.

Summary: #Person1# borrows CDs from #Person2# for the school dance because inviting a band is not affordable. #Person2# promises to give them back in perfect condition; otherwise, his class will buy the damaged ones.


#Person1#: It's so relaxing, taking a walk in the country. The air is so fresh and clean.
#Person2#: Would you like to live in the country? I'm not sure I'd like it.
#Person1#: I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage. The problem is that, for me, each advantage has its own disadvantage.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, I hate the noise in the city, but I love being around lost of people. The problem is that you can't have lots of people and have peace and quiet. The tow just don't go together.
#Person2#: I see what you mean. I love being far away from a city, but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities.
#Person1#: People can't have it both ways. If you live in the country, it is often less convenient. If you live in a city, it is noisy, buy there's more to do.
#Person2#: I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams. They're so much better to look at than concrete, rows of parked cars and tall buildings.
#Person1#: I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face. When the wind blows in the city, you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes.
#Person2#: The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing. There's so sign of pollution. The village looks so peaceful.
#Person1#: Just remember that in that village there's nothing to do. There's not even a pub or restaurant. There's just one small shop with a poor selection of goods.
#Person2#: You're right. I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends. I would hate living in the country!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the advantages and disadvantages of living in the country. For #Person1# each thing has two sides and people cannot have them both. They both like the peaceful life in the country, but it isn't convenient for distant stores and facilities.


#Person1#: Hi, do you have any tickets for the show tonight?
#Person2#: Sorry, it's all sold out.
#Person1#: Well, do you have any for tomorrow?
#Person2#: We have tickets for the matinee. It starts at 3p. m.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll take it.
#Person2#: Where would you like to sit?
#Person1#: Do you have anything in the middle section? I want a good view, but sitting too close hurts my eyes.
#Person2#: Certainly.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a ticket in the middle section for the matinee tomorrow.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Who is the person responsible for handling complaints here? I would like to make a few complaints.
#Person2#: I am the manager here. You can complain to me. How may I help you?
#Person1#: Here is the thing. I was woke up by strange noises of the telephone several times last night. Even I unplugged it, it wouldn't stop beeping. I am also not satisfied with the housekeeping service in my room. So I want to change to a cleaner and quieter room.
#Person2#: I apologize for everything disturbing you. We will give another room to you right now. Please wait a moment.

Summary: #Person1# complains about the room. #Person2# apologizes and agrees to change to a cleaner and quieter room for #Person1#.


#Person1#: Hey, Bill. I hear they're going to send you to Germany for the new project.
#Person2#: Boy, news travels fast around here. I only got the orders a couple of hours ago. Rachel doesn't even know.
#Person1#: Oh, no? So what are you waiting for? When do you plan to tell her?
#Person2#: Well, she's at work at the moment. She doesn't finish until 5:00. I'll have to wait until tonight now, I suppose.
#Person1#: Well, I was posted there before, back in two thousand and eight. It's OK. A bit like England really, at least the weather is similar and the people aren't much different. The only thing I didn't like is the food, especially the sausages. What do you intend to do about the family? Are you going to take them with you?
#Person2#: Well, I'd like to, but I don't know much about the situation at the moment. You know about schools and all that, but I hope to move the family out there in a couple of months time. I don't think I want to spend a year and a half out there on my own. I mean, without Rachel and the kids. I mean, I don't see that much of them now as it is.
#Person1#: Yeah. Well, that's the way it is normally in our company, I suppose.
#Person2#: Yeah. Well. We'll see. Let me pay for the coffee.
#Person1#: No, no. I'll pay.

Summary: #Person1# hears Bill will be sent to Germany for the new project. #Person1# was posted there before and tells Bill about the life there. Bill hasn't told Rachel yet and he's considering taking the family with him.


#Person1#: I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for such a long time. I didn't think the meeting would be so long.
#Person2#: That's all right, Dr. Green. I've got the data you required and a few reference books which I think may be useful to your representation at the conference.

Summary: Dr. Green apologizes for keeping #Person2# waiting.


#Person1#: Ok. . . I'll talk to you later. Bye
#Person2#: Carrie, are you ok? You seem a bit down.
#Person1#: I just got off the phone with my boyfriend. He is always getting upset and losing his temper over nothing. It's so hard to talk to him at times.
#Person2#: Maybe it's just that he is stressed out from work or something. He does have a pretty nerve wracking job you know.
#Person1#: Yeah but, he is always in a really foul mood. I try to find out what's bothering him or get him to talk about his day but, he always shuts down and brushes me off.
#Person2#: Men are like that you know. They can feel nervous, anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness.
#Person1#: I guess you are right. What do you think I should do? He wasn't always this grouchy you know. . .
#Person2#: Talk to him, try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn't work, I say get rid of him and get a new one!
#Person1#: You are something else you know that?

Summary: Carrie just got off her phone with her boyfriend and complains about her boyfriend's bad temper to #Person2#. #Person2# suggests cheering Carrie's boyfriend up or getting a new one.


#Person1#: The baby is crying again.
#Person2#: Leave him alone, he'll soon stop.
#Person1#: How can you do so? Perhaps something is wrong with him. Let's go and see him.
#Person2#: OK. Nothing serious. He just wants us to be with him.

Summary: #Person1# worries about the crying baby. #Person2# thinks it's nothing serious.


#Person1#: Where did you get all these barney tour pamphlets?
#Person2#: I took them from a travel agency. Look at those nice pictures, lash forest, palm fringed, white sand beaches, crystal blue ocean, they're breath-taking. It is like paradise on earth.
#Person1#: That's why it's become a very popular holiday destination these years. Someone told me the service there is very good too. Are you planning to spend the holiday there?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm thinking about signing up for a tour in the travel agency. Their next tour starts the same time as my holiday does next month.
#Person1#: How many days is the tour?
#Person2#: 10 days. When I get back, I still have two days to go before work. Isn't that great?
#Person1#: That's a perfect plan. Enjoy yourself.

Summary: #Person2# took some barney tour pamphlets from a travel agency and is planning to sign up for a tour. #Person1# thinks it's a perfect plan.


#Person1#: The children have been playing in the mountains for a long time. Why haven't they come back? I am really worried about them.
#Person2#: Look at the sky. Black clouds are gathering and strong winds are blowing. It seems a heavy rain will fall soon.
#Person1#: They haven't brought anything to protect themselves. They will be caught in the rain I think.
#Person2#: Don't be worried too much about them. Anyhow, they're old enough now. They ought to be able to take care of themselves.
#Person1#: I'm afraid they will catch a cold if they are caught in the rain. You see it's a little cold now.
#Person2#: Shall we bring some umbrellas or raincoats for them?
#Person1#: How can you find them since we don't know where they are?
#Person2#: Well, we can only stay home and wait for them.

Summary: #Person1# is worried about the children who are playing in the mountains because it seems heavy rain will fall soon. #Person2# thinks they can take care of themselves.


#Person1#: I see an Open House sign over there, and I think we should go check it out.
#Person2#: I think that looks like a very nice house. Is it on our Internet listing for Open Houses?
#Person1#: Yes, I see it listed on the printout we got off of the Internet.
#Person2#: I love the beautiful lawn. What a great front entryway!
#Person1#: We need to make sure to put our names in the registry so the realtor knows we were here.
#Person2#: That works for me. We can check out the kitchen next.
#Person1#: On such a hot day, it is thoughtful to have water out for potential buyers.
#Person2#: Check out the flyer with all of the home's information on it.
#Person1#: What is the price of this house in the flyer?
#Person2#: They have changed the asking price since it first went on the market. It is now two hundred and twenty-five thousand.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# see a nice house with the Open House sign. They visit the house, check its information on the flyers, and talk about the price.


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


#Person1#: I have been very busy this year, working late, often taking work home and taking no vacation. I feel exhausted.
#Person2#: You should ask for a holiday and relax yourself for a little bit. You worked so hard.
#Person1#: You are right. For the past few weeks, I had no appetite and couldn't sleep well. What's worse my back started aching this Monday. It is time for me to take a vacation.

Summary: #Person1# feels exhausted from work lately. #Person2# suggests asking for a holiday.


#Person1#: Well, I'm glad you're finally back. I was wondering what happened.
#Person2#: I feel kind of stupid.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: We got lost coming back. I guess I don't really know this town yet.
#Person1#: You got lost. You're kidding!
#Person2#: No. We took a wrong turn somewhere. And Joseph doesn't know the town at all. So I started giving him directions. But I didn't really know where we were. So we got seriously lost.
#Person1#: You could have called.
#Person2#: I know I could have. But finally we asked someone where we were.
#Person1#: You've been gone for two hours. How could you get lost for so long?
#Person2#: Guess where we ended up.
#Person1#: I don't know. Where?
#Person2#: When we finally decided to ask someone, they told us we were in Grangerfield.
#Person1#: Grangerfield! You were in Grangerfield? That's a completely different town! How could you drive to a completely different town?
#Person2#: I don't know. The person we asked had to give us directions to the highway to get back here.
#Person1#: Grangerfield is like a dozen miles away from here.
#Person2#: I know it is. I don't know how it happened.
#Person1#: Hmm, maybe I do.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: Maybe I have an idea how it happened.
#Person2#: How?
#Person1#: You were too busy looking at Joseph, and you weren't paying attention to the road.
#Person2#: Oh, that's what you think, huh?
#Person1#: Yes, that's what I think. Maybe the next time you go out with him to buy groceries, you'll get lost for even longer. Maybe six hours or so.
#Person2#: You know what, Trish?
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: I hope so. I really hope so.
#Person1#: Hah, hah! See? I guessed right. You weren't watching the road at all.
#Person2#: No, I wasn't. It's kind of hard to watch the road when Joseph is behind the wheel.

Summary: #Person2# tells Trish that she got lost on the way driving back. Trish is astonished and guesses it was because #Person2# was looking at Joseph and couldn't concentrate on the road, which is exactly the reason.


#Person1#: Would you please mail these letters, Lucy?
#Person2#: Yes, Sir.
#Person1#: These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail. Others are ordinary letters.
#Person2#: All right, who should I send them to?
#Person1#: It's sent to Mr. Charles. I believe he is in London.
#Person2#: Ok, home or office address?
#Person1#: Office address, please. He might be at work when they arrive.
#Person2#: Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters?
#Person1#: Yes, it's right.

Summary: #Person1# is asking Lucy to mail the letters to Mr. Charles in London.


#Person1#: Good morning, is this Ryan?
#Person2#: You are speaking with Ryan. How can I help you?
#Person1#: Ryan, this is Malia, and I need to call in sick today.
#Person2#: What seems to be the problem?
#Person1#: I went hiking and have terrible poison oak.
#Person2#: When did you get that?
#Person1#: I think I got it on Saturday, but it just showed up today.
#Person2#: What are you doing for it?
#Person1#: The doctor prescribed an ointment and gave me a shot.
#Person2#: Good. You probably should be much better by tomorrow.

Summary: Malia calls Ryan for sick leave because she has poison oak, and she has already seen a doctor.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, Mrs. Brown. I've come to see Mr. Brown.
#Person2#: Good afternoon, Mr. Green.
#Person1#: Is he in?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but he's not in, he's gone out on business.
#Person1#: Oh! I just drop in on him for a chat.
#Person2#: Please come in for a cup of coffee.
#Person1#: No, thank you. Please tell him to phone me when he comes back.

Summary: Mr. Green comes to see Mr. Brown, but he's gone out. Mr. Green asks Mrs. Brown to tell him to phone.


#Person1#: Have you had any experience with sales work?
#Person2#: Yes, I have. In fact, I had worked for a foreign trade company for nearly two years, where I established business ties with several firms.
#Person1#: What exactly did you do at that company?
#Person2#: Visit customers, dispatch consignments and things like that.
#Person1#: Did you like your work?
#Person2#: Yes, I did.
#Person1#: But when and why did you leave the company?
#Person2#: I left it two months ago. I didn't think I could learn much there, and there were not many opportunities for self-development.
#Person1#: I see. Why did you choose our company?
#Person2#: I've been informed that there are many opportunities to develop myself in your company. Besides, I grew up in a city in the Northeast. I have lots of acquaintances in the region, which might help to push sales.

Summary: #Person1# is interviewing #Person2# and asks #Person2# several questions, including experience with sales work, the work at the previous company, and why #Person2# left there.


#Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Huang. It's a pleasure to meet you again.
#Person2#: Pleased to see you. Welcome to our company. I hope you have a good day.
#Person1#: Thank you. Can I meet my colleagues?
#Person2#: Sure, come with me. Hello, Michael, this is Steven. He will be part of your team. Hi, Steven, welcome to join us!
#Person1#: I've been looking forward to meeting you. I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance.
#Person2#: That's right. Just call me if you need anything.
#Person1#: That's great.
#Person2#: Well, as the other guys are still not in, I'll introduce you to them later.
#Person1#: All right.

Summary: Steven is new to the working world. Mr. Huang introduces Steven to Michael and will introduce Steven to other colleagues later.


#Person1#: I'm calling to ask about your apartment you 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 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 they are 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 a very apartment there.
#Person1#: Great! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon. Could you tell me the detailed dress?
#Person2#: Of course. It's just at 19 Lingual Road. You can phone me again if you can't find the right place.
#Person1#: OK. Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# phones to ask about the apartments #Person2# advertised. #Person1# wants an unfurnished apartment near downtown with a relatively lower cost. #Person2# recommends the Jinyuan apartments at Lingual Road. #Person2#'ll arrange a viewing.


#Person1#: Look, it's full of traffic here. Is this the shopping district?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. There are a lot of stores, restaurants, and theaters near here.
#Person1#: What is the largest building on the left?
#Person2#: That's Honor Department Store. They sell clothing, furniture, food-almost everything.
#Person1#: Do you like purchasing everything in the supermarket? It's very convenient and saves a lot of time. Now I just want to buy some clothes there.
#Person2#: Wait a minute please. I'd like to recommend some better stores for man's clothes. Look, there, next to the bank, is a man's clothing store building. And there are also some good stores on Park Street.
#Person1#: Are they far from here?
#Person2#: No, it's just three blocks straight ahead.
#Person1#: Ok, maybe I can shop around by myself. Thanks a lot for your help.
#Person2#: That's my pleasure. Go ahead.

Summary: #Person2# introduces the shopping district to #Person1# and recommends some better stores for man's clothes to #Person1#. #Person1#'ll shop around by himself.


#Person1#: Good afternoon. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I booked a room here.
#Person1#: Your name, please?
#Person2#: Brown, Jason Brown.
#Person1#: Wait for a minute, Mr. Brown, a single room with bath from today to the fifteenth.
#Person2#: That's right
#Person1#: Would you like to register now?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Could you fill out this registration form, please?
#Person2#: OK. Is this all right?
#Person1#: Yes. Thank you. May I see your passport, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. Will you be paying in cash or by credit card?
#Person2#: In cash.
#Person1#: Your room number is 210. The bellboy will show you the way there. I hope you enjoy your stay.
#Person2#: Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# helps Jason Brown register for the room. Brown fills out the form, shows his passport, and pays in cash.


#Person1#: Waiter, bill, please.
#Person2#: Yes, I'll be with you in a minute. Here's your bill, sir. It's 480 yuan altogether.
#Person1#: What's this for?
#Person2#: That's for the wine.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Would you like to put it on your hotel bill?
#Person1#: Yes. please.
#Person2#: Your name and room number, please?
#Person1#: Bill Black, Room 1201.
#Person2#: May I have a look at your room card, Mr. Black?
#Person1#: Sure. Here it is.

Summary: Bill Black asks to add the wine bill onto the hotel bill. The waiter asks for his name, room number and a look on his room card.


#Person1#: I've heard The Hitchhiker would be on next week. I want to see it.
#Person2#: Is it horror movie?
#Person1#: Yeah, I love horror movies the most. Would you like to go with me next weekend?
#Person2#: No way. I will be scared out of my wits.
#Person1#: Well, What kind of movies do you like?
#Person2#: Er, let me see. Romance, comedy, documentary, action, science fiction, cartoon and so on.
#Person1#: In a word, you like all the movies except for the horror movies.
#Person2#: Yeah, It seems like we don't talk the same language as far as movies are concerned.
#Person1#: Not quite. I also like romance and comedy movies very much.
#Person2#: The Terminal is a movie of this type.
#Person1#: So we can relax now.
#Person2#: Yeah, I could hardly wait to see it.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to see a horror movie but #Person2# doesn't like. They finally decide to watch a romance and comedy one.


#Person1#: I hate spring in this city. It's always raining. We hardly get any sunshine.
#Person2#: You're right. It's terrible.
#Person1#: Summer will soon be here. I like summer very much.
#Person2#: Summer? I can't stand it. It's too hot, especially if you have to take the bus to work like I do.
#Person1#: Well. I can't imagine that, but I really hate the rain.
#Person2#: I don't mind it really.
#Person1#: But summer in Qingdao is lovely, especially the beach. I usually spend the summer there. Peter and I go there every summer. You can come with us next time, Brian. I'm sure you will enjoy lying on the beach very much.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I prefer a more active holiday.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Well, I was thinking of climbing mountain Huang.
#Person1#: Climb the mountain? Oh, after a day of climbing, you will be very tired and won't want like to do anything.
#Person2#: Perhaps, but I don't mind.

Summary: #Person1# prefers summer to spring but Brian can't stand summer. #Person1# invites him to go to the beach next time in summer. Brian refuses because he prefers a more active holiday.