#Person1#: Good afternoon, how may I help you, Madam?
#Person2#: Hello, I reserved a room here. The day before yesterday, are room for 2 from the thirteenth to the fifteenth.
#Person1#: Ok, may I have your name?
#Person2#: Yes, it's Jenny Green.
#Person1#: Just one moment, please. Ah yes, here it is, I'll just print out the details for you to confirm. You are in room 408.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: And could you fill in your details in the guest book, please? Name, home address, today's date thirteenth and your signature?
#Person2#: Ok, here you are.
#Person1#: Ok, please phone or come down to reception if you need anything. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 9:30 in the Green Hall, and check out time is 11:00 o'clock.
#Person2#: Thank you, would it be possible to have a newspaper sent to my room?
#Person1#: Yes, certainly, which newspaper would you like?
#Person2#: The Times, please.

Summary: #Person2# reserved a room the day before yesterday. #Person1# helps her check in and asks her to fill in the details in the guest book. #Person2# then asks for a newspaper.


#Person1#: Bob! Your eyes look bloodshot. Did you not sleep well?
#Person2#: I had a drop too much last night. I attended a banquet given by a Chinese colleague of mine. And it was startling for me to find that people are forced to drink against their will on a Chinese table.
#Person1#: you have it right. Alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China. Drinking with business partners or would-be friends is a way of solidifying friendship, especially in Northern China.
#Person2#: I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me. But if I keep gulping down one cup after another, I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick.
#Person1#: you lose face by refusing to drink, and the host might think you refuse to give him face. The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up. This will endear you
#Person2#: a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night, crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood.
#Person1#: then he must be opening his heart to the friends. In a word, as long as you demonstrate a rediness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort, no one will jeer at you.
#Person2#: I got you. Next time. I'll perface a toast with a statement like 'I can't drink any more' and then drink anyway.

Summary: Bob drank too much last night. #Person1# tells him that alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China, the host might think Bob refuses to give him face if Bob refuses to drink. Bob will demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort.


#Person1#: Matthew, do you know much about body language in countries around the world?
#Person2#: Sure, I've picked up a few things from travelling around for work. Why?
#Person1#: Well, I had a meeting today with a woman from Japan and she wouldn't stop bowing! I didn't know what to do!
#Person2#: Did you bow back?
#Person1#: No, I tried to shake her hand, but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended.
#Person2#: Well, Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan. She might have been offended by your strong handshake.
#Person1#: But she was in America! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect?
#Person2#: Things are different in Japan. You know, in some countries, making eye contact with others is considered rude.
#Person1#: Is that why she wouldn't look at me in the meeting?
#Person2#: I think it's highly possible, yes.
#Person1#: The meeting really didn't go down well at all. I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. When you don't know much about other cultures, the simplest thing can offend someone.
#Person1#: That's so true. It's great that we see eye to eye on this.

Summary: #Person1# tells Mathew #Person1# had a meeting with a Japanese who kept bowing. Mathew says body language is different in Japan, they typically bow to greet and avoid eye contact. #Person1# thinks #Person1# should read intercultural communication before meeting someone from another country.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, I'm afraid you can't park your car here.
#Person2#: Why not? It's my parking space.
#Person1#: I'm afraid not, sir.
#Person2#: Oh? That's a surprise. Let me see... D 0411 Our dog's birthday. Yes, I'm sure this my parking space!
#Person1#: But I saw a red car always parking here before.
#Person2#: Oh, we've just repainted our car. It was red.
#Person1#: Maybe. But the car of this space has a broken rearview mirror on the left.
#Person2#: Yeah. It used to. We got that fixed yesterday too.
#Person1#: Could you wait for a minute, sir? I'd like to have a check.
#Person2#: Sure, go ahead.
#Person1#: Sorry, sir, my mistake. This is your parking space.
#Person2#: That's all right. It's not your fault.

Summary: #Person1# mistakenly thinks the parking space doesn't belong to #Person2# because of the new appearance of #Person2#'s car. But #Person1# realizes the mistake after checking.


#Person1#: Hello, could I speak to Allison, please?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, he's out at the moment.
#Person1#: When do you expect him back?
#Person2#: I think he'll be back in about an hour at least.
#Person1#: Well, may I leave a message?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back?
#Person2#: Ok. Does he know your number?
#Person1#: I'm afraid he doesn't. My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026.
#Person2#: 13924774026. All right. Thanks for calling. Oh, hang on, someone's at the door that may be him, please hold on.

Summary: Chris wants to speak to Allison but #Person2# says Allison is out. When Chris is leaving a message, #Person2# asks Chris to hold on and goes to check if the person at the door is Allison.


#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello, I'm a local student and I'm reading about the flat that you posted on the website. Is it still available?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: How about the rent? Do you want the rent weekly or monthly?
#Person1#: The rent is 50 a week and you have to pay weekly on Mondays.
#Person2#: OK. Is it near public transport?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, it's only 5 minutes walk to the underground station.
#Person2#: Great. May I come over to see it tomorrow afternoon at about 3:00 pm?
#Person1#: Sure. See you tomorrow.
#Person2#: See you.

Summary: #Person2# wants to rent the flat, and #Person1# tells #Person2# some information. #Person2# will look at the flat tomorrow.


#Person1#: I wonder if we can change to Channel 5.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: I want to know what's on that channel.
#Person2#: Oh, good.
#Person1#: There is a football match.
#Person2#: I prefer TV play to football.
#Person1#: OK. Could you turn it down?
#Person2#: What are you going to do?
#Person1#: I'm going to listen to the radio.
#Person2#: Maybe we can enjoy the TV play together. It's interesting.

Summary: #Person2# suggests #Person1# that they enjoy the TV play together.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I see your passport?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Here it is.
#Person1#: Thank you. Are all these yours?
#Person2#: No, some of them are my friend's. Do you want her passport, too?
#Person1#: Yes, please. Do you have any carry-on items?
#Person2#: Do you want me to put it on the belt, too?
#Person1#: Yes, please. Would you please open this big suitcase?
#Person2#: OK. Just a moment. It's just some clothes and toiletries.
#Person1#: OK. Do you have anything to declare?
#Person2#: I think there is nothing.
#Person1#: Any fresh food, live plants, or animals?
#Person2#: Oh, no. None of that.
#Person1#: Thank you. You may lock up your suitcase. Here are your passports.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot.

Summary: #Person1# sees #Person2#'s and #Person2#'s friend's passport and checks their luggage. #Person2# tells #Person1# they've nothing to declare. #Person1# lets them go.


#Person1#: Service is really slow here. I've been trying to get the waiter's attention for 10 minutes.
#Person2#: I hope he can serve us soon. I'm starving and I have a class at 2 o'clock.
#Person1#: Me, too. I recognize that you were holding an English book. You must be a student at the English language center.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm in the fourth course. Are you studying there, too?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm in the fifth course. I took the fourth course last month.
#Person2#: I just came here 2 weeks ago. Do you like the institute?
#Person1#: It's pretty good. I think I've learned a lot of English so far.
#Person2#: Yeah, I only wish the classes were a little smaller, because we don't get enough chance to talk. But I like my teachers a lot.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are students at an English language center. #Person1# thinks the institute is good while #Person2# wishes the classes can be smaller.


#Person1#: Hello, sir. Is there anything I can help you find?
#Person2#: Um. . . Uh. . . I'm just looking, thanks.
#Person1#: Need a gift for your girlfriend or wife?
#Person2#: No, no, no. I'm just browsing. Thanks anyway.
#Person1#: Well, if you need anything, just ask.
#Person2#: Um. . . well, where's the men's shoe department?
#Person1#: It's on the third floor. Turn left when you get off the escalator.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# how to get to the men's shoe department.


#Person1#: Well, Jenny, the school year is almost over. We just have 2 more weeks before exams. What do you plan to do this summer?
#Person2#: I'm going to teach English to some immigrants in the universities community service program.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting, don't you need to speak a foreign language for a job like that?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I just have to present the language simply and give the students a chance to practice speaking.
#Person1#: Come to think of it. That's the way I was taught to speak Chinese, but speaking Chinese didn't help me learn to read and write Chinese.
#Person2#: My students won't want to read and write English, at least not now. They are more interested in speaking.
#Person1#: You sound very knowledgeable about all of this. How do you know so much?
#Person2#: I took a teaching English as a second language course last year when you were in China. I've also talked with the program administrators quite a lot. I think I would like to be an ESL teacher when I graduate.

Summary: #Person1# asks Jenny about her summer plan. Jenny tells #Person1# she's going to teach English to some immigrants and how she will teach.


#Person1#: Hi Isabel! You wanted to see me?
#Person2#: Yes Anthony, come on in. Have a seat.
#Person1#: Is everything okay? You seem a bit preoccupied.
#Person2#: Well, Anthony, this is not going to be an easy conversation. The company has made some decisions which will have a direct impact on your employment.
#Person1#: Okay. . .
#Person2#: I don't want to beat around the bush so I'm just gonna come out with it. We are going to have to let you go.
#Person1#: What? Why? I mean. . . just like that? I'm fired?
#Person2#: I'm sorry but, to be honest, you are a terrible employee!
#Person1#: What! I resent that!
#Person2#: Anthony, you were caught making international calls from the office phone, you called in sick in eight times this month and you smell like alcohol!

Summary: Isabel asks Anthony to come and tells him directly that he's fired for being a terrible employee. Anthony resents that.


#Person1#: Hi, Jack. It's several months since I last saw you.
#Person2#: Hi, Sue. I've been busy with my book.
#Person1#: Haven't you finished it yet?
#Person2#: I will have in a few days.
#Person1#: Are you going to advertise it yourself?
#Person2#: Hmm...Some friends suggested I should, but I'm still in 2 minds about it.
#Person1#: If I were you, I would.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice. I think I'll market it.

Summary: Sue advises Jack to advertise his book himself. Jack thinks he'll market it.


#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I have a problem with this check.
#Person1#: What's wrong?
#Person2#: I wrote out a check for $ 100 and it bounced.
#Person1#: Do you have enough money in your checking account?
#Person2#: I believe so.
#Person1#: Give me a moment, and I'll check.
#Person2#: All right. Thanks.
#Person1#: You only have $ 57 left in your checking account.
#Person2#: That's impossible.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but that's what our records show.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks. Have a nice day.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2#'s check bounced because the money left in #Person2#'s account is not enough, despite #Person2# believing otherwise.


#Person1#: Hi. Very glad to meet you here.
#Person2#: Hi. Have we met before?
#Person1#: Aren't you the woman who gave the computer lecturer at the city library last winter?
#Person2#: Yes, it's me. You look familiar. Were you there in my class then?
#Person1#: Yes, sure. I'm so glad I took your lecture and I've benefited quite a lot from it.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's also rewarding for me to do something meaningful in my spare time.
#Person1#: Oh, I thought you were a IT engineer or something like an expert in this profession.
#Person2#: Not exactly, but I know a bit about computer.
#Person1#: I thought that it would be impossible for me to learn how to use a computer at my age, but now I'm exchanging emails with my grandchildren. They say I am learning fast and well. It's the happiest thing after my retirement.
#Person2#: That's great. Giving a lecture after work is a good experience for me because that is a change of pace from my daytime job as a sales representative.
#Person1#: That's right.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# has benefited a lot from #Person2#'s computer lecture. After retirement, #Person1# feels happy while learning computer and exchanging emails with #Person1#'s grandchildren. #Person2# thinks that giving lecture is a change of space after work.


#Person1#: Who's that man over there talking to James?
#Person2#: Where? Oh, that's Henry.
#Person1#: He's very handsome, isn't he? What's he like?
#Person2#: He's very nice, actually, but rather eccentric.
#Person1#: Really? I love eccentric people.
#Person2#: Yes, but he may be too eccentric even for you.
#Person1#: Why? What do you mean by that?
#Person2#: Well, haven't you heard?
#Person1#: Heard what? No one ever tells me anything.
#Person2#: Well, apparently, he's been having an affair with his secretary.
#Person1#: Really! How fascinating.
#Person2#: According to Mary, he's divorcing his wife and there's a big fight going on about the children. I thought everyone knew.
#Person1#: Well, what can I say? I didn't know. Oh, I meant to tell you earlier, your blouse doesn't really match your skirt. Those colors don't really suit you either.
#Person2#: Oh. Thanks. Look, I must just go and say hello to someone. I'll be right back.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that Henry has an affair with his secretary and is now fighting for the children against his wife. Then, #Person1# reminds #Person2# of the strange dress-up.


#Person1#: How smart of you to book the tickets before hand!
#Person2#: Oh, do you really think so?
#Person1#: Of course, otherwise you'll just have to wait for hours.
#Person2#: But I just got a call from my sister and I have to cancel the movie tonight.

Summary: #Person1# thinks it's wise of #Person2# to book the ticket beforehand.


#Person1#: What is the movie you saw last night?
#Person2#: It is a new film, 'Transformer'.
#Person1#: How do you like it?
#Person2#: I expected too high from that movie, but I was a bit disappointed about it.
#Person1#: But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week.
#Person2#: Box office can't explain everything. I do not think it is cheerful or well-made. The plot is old and the female character is not pretty.
#Person1#: My sister has given me two tickets for tonight. It is called'The life of Rose', a French movie.
#Person2#: What's it about?
#Person1#: It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world. It is a kind of tragedy.
#Person2#: I prefer the tragedy. It is moving and makes me ponder about my life.
#Person1#: Let's go. The time is coming.
#Person2#: We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema.

Summary: #Person2# saw 'Transformer' last night and was a bit disappointed about it. #Person1# invites #Person2# to watch 'The life of Rose' tonight.


#Person1#: Hey, Sis. Are you interested in buying some used books for school? You can really save some money that way.
#Person2#: Well, what do you have?
#Person1#: Well, let's see. I have a science book called, Today's World, and I'm selling it for thirty dollars.
#Person2#: Thirty? That's a little expensive for a beat-up book like that.
#Person1#: Maybe so, but I bought it for sixty. Plus, I wrote a lot of notes in the book that should help you with the class ... if you could read my writing.
#Person2#: What else are you selling?
#Person1#: Okay, I have English writing textbook for fourteen dollars, a math book for twenty-three, and a novel for only seven bucks.
#Person2#: Uh, Hmmm.
#Person1#: It's up to you. You know, these things go fast. I mean you have to listen to my advice as your older brother.
#Person2#: Psh. I'll take the English book and the novel. I need both of those for sure. I think I'll hold off on buying other books for now. [Okay.] Teachers are always changing their minds about textbooks. [Alright.] And, what are those books?
#Person1#: Which ones? Ah, ah, nothing. Never mind.
#Person2#: Wait, wait, wait. Finding Your Perfect Someone. You're selling it for forty dollars? What's, what's this all about? And the price?
#Person1#: Well. You .. It's a ... It's just a marital relations class. You know about finding a partner. You know, mom's always, you know, on me about that. What does it matter to you anyway?
#Person2#: Forty dollars? That's a little expense.
#Person1#: Well, they guarantee results, but ah, never mind. You would never understand.
#Person2#: What about this one? Introduction to Gourmet Cooking? Why did you take this class? You hate cooking.
#Person1#: Well, um, I have a friend who's into cooking, and she's [She?] ... I mean, my friend's taking the class. I mean, ugh, does it really matter?
#Person2#: A marriage class ... a close female friend ... a cooking textbook ... I think I get the picture. Mom's going to be excited about this.
#Person1#: Ah, you got it all wrong. So, do you want to buy any of these textbooks or not?

Summary: #Person1# shows #Person2# the books #Person1# is selling and advises #Person2# to buy some, which can save some money. #Person2# buys the English book and the novel. #Person2# finds #Person1# also has books about marital relations and cooking. #Person2# thinks if #Person2# get the picture, #Person2#'s Mom will be excited about that.


#Person1#: Where is that?
#Person2#: Take me to the airport, please.
#Person1#: Are you in a hurry?
#Person2#: I have to be there before 1700.
#Person1#: We'll make it except a jam. You know it's rush hour.
#Person2#: There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person1#: I'll do my best.
#Person2#: Here's twenty dollars.
#Person1#: Do you have small bills?
#Person2#: No. If you can't break it , keep the change. But can you give me a receipt?
#Person1#: Here is your receipt. Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# is happy to pay an extra $10 if #Person2# can take #Person1# to the airport by 17:00, #Person2# pays $20 and tips #Person1# the change.


#Person1#: One of my students told me she was very depressed today.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Her father is dying.
#Person2#: Oh, that's very sad.
#Person1#: Yeah, she's broken up about it, poor kid.
#Person2#: What did you do?
#Person1#: I talked to her for a while, but she's really depressed. So, I made an appointment with the school counselor for her.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. The counselor is a psychologist. He's better trained to handle these sorts of things.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's what I told her. I'm glad she's reaching out for help, instead of trying to deal with this on her own.
#Person2#: Yeah, me too.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# one of #Person1#'s students was depressed because her father was dying. #Person1# made an appointment with the school counselor for her.


#Person1#: Do you have experience in advertising?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to have a part-time job in advertising company.
#Person1#: What were you mean duties there?
#Person2#: I mostly did advertising planning.
#Person1#: What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have?
#Person2#: I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts, creative talent, and be sensitive to the changes in the market.
#Person1#: What was the most important thing you have learned at work?
#Person2#: The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities. Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact to success. If I want to make in marking in advertising industry, I can ' t stop studying and creating.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s experience in advertising. #Person2# shares what qualities an advertising planner should have and what #Person2# has learned at work.


#Person1#: What do you want to do now?
#Person2#: I want to go back to the hotel.
#Person1#: But it's only four o'clock.
#Person2#: I'm tired. We've done a lot of sightseeing.
#Person1#: We can still go shopping. The stores don't close for another hour.
#Person2#: No, I want to rest for a while. We're going to the theatre tonight, you know.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. What time does it start?
#Person2#: At eight o'clock.
#Person1#: Do you want to try to take the bus to the theatre?
#Person2#: We can take a taxi. It's more expensive, but it's a lot easier.
#Person1#: Where do you want to eat?
#Person2#: There are a lot of restaurants near the hotel.
#Person1#: But what kind of restaurant? Chinese? French? Japanese?
#Person2#: Oh, I don't know. Right now I just want to go back to the hotel and rest.

Summary: #Person2# is tired and wants to go back to the hotel since they're going to the theatre tonight, but #Person1# thinks they can still go shopping.


#Person1#: Oh, I'm terribly sorry, sir. I didn't see you stop.
#Person2#: Well, that was probably because you were talking on your mobile phone.
#Person1#: Sir, I don't know what you're talking about. I was just looking out the window.
#Person2#: Young lady, I saw you in my mirror. You had the phone up to your ear the whole time.
#Person1#: No, I was just doing my hair.
#Person2#: Listen, I'm not stupid, OK? When the police get here, they're going to check your phone and see that you made a call at the time of the accident. You're in big trouble.
#Person1#: No. Please don't call them. My father will kill me. Look, here's my insurance card. They'll pay for the damage to your car.
#Person2#: They are already on their way. Next time, maybe you'll think twice about answering a call when you're on the road.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# caused an accident. #Person2# thinks #Person1# was answering a call at the time of the accident. #Person1# doesn't admit but doesn't want #Person2# to call the police. However, #Person2# has already called.


#Person1#: You must be feeling terrible for Mary.
#Person2#: Yes, she's been like this for two weeks.
#Person1#: I'm worried that she can't catch up with her class.
#Person2#: So am I. The doctor says she'll get over in a month.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are both worried about Mary.


#Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'd like to buy a gift for my younger brother. He's going to take a trip to South America.
#Person1#: By air or by sea?
#Person2#: By air. So my gift should be quite light. What can you suggest?
#Person1#: How about this wallet? It's made of fine leather.
#Person2#: My sister already gave him one. I like something unusual.
#Person1#: This gift is the best for a man who has everything.
#Person2#: Oh, a nice handkerchief. That's a great idea. I'll take it.

Summary: #Person2# wants to buy a gift for #Person2#'s younger brother and #Person1# finally recommends a handkerchief.


#Person1#: Well, how did you enjoy your seaside trip?
#Person2#: It was fun, I tell you.
#Person1#: Tell me about it, will you?
#Person2#: Well, we drove through the valley on our way there in the morning. It was a magnificent sight!
#Person1#: Did you stop at the Fall for some pictures?
#Person2#: Sure, we wouldn't miss that for anything. After that, we took a short cut to the park. There was very little traffic, so we got there in less than an hour.
#Person1#: You were lucky then.
#Person2#: Yeah, we spent the whole morning under the tall trees. We had our picnic there, too.
#Person1#: What did you do after that?
#Person2#: We went for a swim in the sea. That was the biggest part of the day. Just look at my nice tan!
#Person1#: So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. And I was so tired out that I fell asleep on the way back. My muscles are still stiff from the swim yesterday.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about the enjoyable seaside trip yesterday that #Person2# drove through the valley, stopped at the Fall for pictures, had a picnic and swam in the sea.


#Person1#: How do you use an ATM card, Billy?
#Person2#: It ' s easy grandpa. Insert you card into the machine here. Then wait a moment. Ok. Now you enter your PIN. It should have four numbers.
#Person1#: Oh yes. I ' Ve got it written down here. Just a minute.
#Person2#: You really shouldn ' t write it down. You should memorise it. You can change it to a more convenient number if you like.
#Person1#: Ok, I ' Ve entered my PIN. There are several options on the screen. I guess I just choose which service I want, don ' t I?
#Person2#: Yes. Choose the service you need to use. If you choose to withdraw money, the machine will ask you how much you want.
#Person1#: I can just enter the amount using the key, right?
#Person2#: That ' s right. Give the machine a moment to process you request. Then take your money.
#Person1#: These machines aren ' t very difficult to use. In fact, I quite like them. They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk.

Summary: Billy tells his grandpa how to use an ATM and an ATM card. Billy's grandpa feels the machines are not difficult to use.


#Person1#: Welcome to IBA. How can I help you?
#Person2#: You called yesterday to tell me that our funds under the L / C had arrived? It's Ming Cha Legal Services.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I remember. You must be Mr. Xie. It's nice to put a face to a voice.
#Person2#: Yes, it sure is. The L / C number is JD185649000023.
#Person1#: JD185649000023? Yes, found it. 175, 000 Euros, is that correct? JD185649000023?
#Person2#: Correct. Could I convert that into RIB?
#Person1#: Yes, you can. Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now.
#Person2#: That's fine, thanks.

Summary: Mr. Xie tells #Person1# at IBA to convert the funds JD185649000023 into RIB.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, thank you. I want to get a handbag.
#Person1#: Do you want it for yourself or for your girlfriend?
#Person2#: No, I have no girlfriend.
#Person1#: Please excuse me for what I said just now. What do you think of this one?
#Person2#: I am afraid it is too big.
#Person1#: Sorry. It is the smallest size we have.
#Person2#: Too bad. But, is there any other leather store nearby?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. There is a big one at the right corner of the street. Perhaps you will get one there.
#Person2#: I hope so. Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# recommends a handbag to #Person2# but it's too big. #Person1# shows #Person2# another leather store and #Person2#'ll go there.


#Person1#: Excuse me.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Do you have any information about the city sights?
#Person2#: Sure. There's a lot here in this pamphlet.
#Person1#: Thank you. And what's the best way to get downtown?
#Person2#: Take the subway. It's $ 1. 50 per ride. You can buy a metro card at the station.
#Person1#: You've been very helpful.
#Person2#: My pleasure.

Summary: #Person2# suggests #Person1# find information about the city sights in the pamphlet and tells #Person1# how to get downtown.


#Person1#: Come in and sit down.
#Person2#: Thank you. Here I've got a small present for you for Christmas.
#Person1#: How nice of you! Let's open it right now. Oh, how lovely it is!
#Person2#: This small basket will be just right for candy and some other little things.
#Person1#: Where did you get it?
#Person2#: It's from China. Two months ago, I went to China with my parents and I bought it for you in Beijing, the capital of China.
#Person1#: From China? Thank you so much. No wonder it's so lovely. China's famous for its handicrafts. Let me see what it is made of.
#Person2#: It's woven of bamboo.
#Person1#: Really? How skillfully it's done! I'll get it right here. Everybody can see it when coming in.
#Person2#: I'm very glad you like it.

Summary: #Person2# gives #Person1# a Christmas gift which is a basket made of bamboo from China. #Person1# likes it very much.


#Person1#: How are you feeling, Flora?
#Person2#: Much better, thanks. I have been resting all day. Only with television as my companion. In fact, in the whole week the only thing I feel like doing was watching TV.
#Person1#: What did you watch today?
#Person2#: I started with game show this morning, I really enjoy them, and even answered the most of questions correctly.
#Person1#: And next?
#Person2#: At 2 o'clock, I switched to the Channel 6, and watched a terrific movie without commercials.
#Person1#: I know what you mean, there wasn't old action movie next. I think you won't like it.
#Person2#: I want to watch it, but I was already tired by the time it came on. I had a rest instead, then I watched the news at Channel 11.
#Person1#: Anything important happened?
#Person2#: A bank was robbed this afternoon. A reporter on the scene covered the event, the live coverage reproduce the robbery to the live.

Summary: Flora is feeling much better because she's been resting all day with television as her companion. She tells #Person2# she watched the game show, a movie, and the news.


#Person1#: I think I going to need some iced water too. Is there an extra charge for that?
#Person2#: Yes, we charge 50 cents for water.
#Person1#: That's fine. Could you give me some more napkins, too?
#Person2#: Sure. Do you need anything else?
#Person1#: Yes, I would also like some sweet and sour sauce and pepper.
#Person2#: I'll put all that into the bag for you.
#Person1#: Do I owe you anything for the sauce, pepper and napkins?
#Person2#: No, there is no charge for those.

Summary: #Person1# wants some iced water, napkins, sauce, and pepper. #Person2# charges 50 cents for water but offers others for free.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, the toilet in my room doesn't flush.
#Person2#: I am sorry, sir. Can you tell me your room number?
#Person1#: 812.
#Person2#: Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person1#: The tap is always driving. I can't sleep well.
#Person2#: OK, we will send a repairman to your room right now.

Summary: #Person2#'ll send a repairman to #Person1#'s room to fix the toilet and the tap.


#Person1#: I'm really sorry, Bob. I accidentally damaged your bike.
#Person2#: Uh-oh. It'll probably cost a lot to fix it.
#Person1#: I'll make it up to you. Let me know how much it costs and I'll give you the money.

Summary: #Person1# apologizes to Bob for damaging his bike and will pay for it.


#Person1#: How do you like your new job?
#Person2#: I like it very much. This is a nice company to work for.
#Person1#: You worked for a large company before, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. But I prefer a small company.
#Person1#: Is it really different?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. It's much different. I like a small company because it's more exciting.
#Person1#: You mean a large company is boring to work for?
#Person2#: No, it's not boring. But a large company has too many people and because it is so big that two or three people couldn't possibly make all the important decisions.
#Person1#: You see, small businesses have a common problem: only the two or three people who run it can make decisions, and the employees may not be very happy because they can't make decisions.
#Person2#: But large companies also have a common problem, so many people are making decisions that sometimes it is a waste of time and money.
#Person1#: Well, I guess there are problems everywhere.
#Person2#: Yeah, but I still prefer working for a small company. It's more interesting and I'll keep more opportunities.

Summary: Though there are common problems in small and large companies, #Person2# thinks it's more interesting and #Person2#'ll keep more opportunities in a small company.


#Person1#: Berry, you're just back from Rio de Janeiro?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: What was it like?
#Person2#: Well, the first day in Rio was quite a shock for us. Here it was a lot of fat middle-aged Europeans and Americans exercising along the beach, sunbathing, walking with their walkmans. It's a big contrast to the thousands of people sleeping on the street during night.
#Person1#: What was the weather like?
#Person2#: The climate is very different from other places such as Peru or Bolivia. We were at sea level, and we all felt very good about it. No one of us needed to breathe extra air from time to time, and the temperature is about 25 degrees and the air is very humid.
#Person1#: That's really nice.
#Person2#: The first day we had very nice weather, and were able to really relax on the beach. After these two days we had bad weather, rain and cloudy. So, we're a little bit disappointed about that. Due to the weather, we explored the old part of Rio.
#Person1#: How about the food there?
#Person2#: We ate at local restaurant. Tiffs restaurant has a fixed fee of about US $10. Then you can eat as much as you want from a vast and delicate buffet consisting of both seafood and meat. Dessert and drinks are not included.
#Person1#: It's been really a nice trip.
#Person2#: Well, Rio was not the experience we had hoped for, and we feel that this city is over-publicized. But anyway it's cool to have been there.

Summary: Berry is back from Rio de Janeiro and he thinks the first day was a shock because many people exercised along the beach. Then Berry says they experienced both nice weather and bad weather and they ate at a local restaurant.


#Person1#: Ticket, please. Do you have a seat preference?
#Person2#: Yes. I want a window seat definitely, in the smoking section.
#Person1#: Sure. Please put your baggage on scale.
#Person2#: What's the weight limit?
#Person1#: 20kg. Yours is not overweight. Here is your boarding pass and baggage tag. Please go to the satellite hall to wait for boarding.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# is checking in and will wait for boarding.


#Person1#: Hello, Benson Software, you're through to customer service.
#Person2#: Hello, this is Mike Williams from Smiths retailers. I'm phoning about the CD players you sent last week. Emm, I'm afraid you don't seem to have sent us enough.
#Person1#: Oh, dear, I'm sorry about that. How many did you receive?
#Person2#: Well, we received 50, but I'm pretty sure we ordered 150.
#Person1#: Just a moment, I'll check your order. Well, according to our records, you seem to have ordered 50.
#Person2#: Really? Oh, perhaps there's been a mistake. I feel certain we have ordered 150.
#Person1#: Sorry about the misunderstanding. We'll get the extra 100 to you as soon as possible.

Summary: Mike Williams calls #Person1# to explain he received 50 CDs but have ordered 150. #Person1# checks the order and will send the extra 100 to him.


#Person1#: Hi, how are you?
#Person2#: It's nice to meet you. Thanks for coming.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure.
#Person2#: I wanted to meet with you to discuss your daughter.
#Person1#: Is she acting up in class?
#Person2#: Not at all. She's a joy to have in my class.
#Person1#: Is she really?
#Person2#: She is absolutely wonderful.
#Person1#: So she isn't causing you any problems?
#Person2#: No. She is actually very intelligent and well behaved.
#Person1#: I'm glad to know that you like her.
#Person2#: You have nothing to worry about with her.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1#'s daughter is wonderful, intelligent, and well-behaved in #Person2#'s class.


#Person1#: Let me suggest this one. It's an excellent watch, it looks good, and it's only $ 100.
#Person2#: Hmm. That's not too bad. Does it have a stopwatch?
#Person1#: Uh, no. Analog watches don't come with stopwatches. You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch.
#Person2#: Oh. I see. Where are your digital watches?
#Person1#: Right here.
#Person2#: I don't like this kind as much. Never mind the stopwatch then. I'll take that other one. Do you take checks?
#Person1#: Yes. Make it out to Time After Time.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# at first wants a watch with a stopwatch but later buys an analog watch by check with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Where is the report I asked you to finish for today, Daug?
#Person2#: I'm really sorry, Ms. Jameson but it's not quite ready. I will have it by tomorrow.
#Person1#: That will be too late, Daug, it is needed at the board meeting this afternoon. You have been working on it for three weeks now. Why can't you have your work done on time?
#Person2#: I've just had a lot of other things to do. And I still haven't caught up with the work I missed while I was on vacation.
#Person1#: Well, I am really tired of your excuses, Daug. Your work has been getting worse for the past several months. I have said a few things about it in the past, but nothing seems to help.
#Person2#: I am really sorry. I know I am not working up to my abilities. You will see a real improvement in my work from now on. Ms. Jameson. I can promise you that.
#Person1#: I certainly hope so. I know you are able to do much better than you have shown in the last few months.

Summary: Daug doesn't finish a report on time. Ms. Jameson criticizes him for his terrible work performance in the past few months and Daug promises to improve his work from now on.


#Person1#: Hey John, nice skates. Are they new?
#Person2#: Yeah, I just got them. I started playing ice hockey in a community league. So, I finally got myself new skates.
#Person1#: What position do you play?
#Person2#: I'm a defender. It's a lot of fun. You don't have to be able to skate as fast on defense.
#Person1#: Yeah, you're a pretty big guy. I play goalie, myself.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah? Which team?
#Person1#: The Rockets.
#Person2#: Really? I think we play you guys next week. Well, I have to go to practice. See you later.
#Person1#: All right, see you later.

Summary: #Person1# sees John's new skates and finds out John plays defender. #Person1# plays goalie and they will play each other next week.


#Person1#: Tell me about the parking regulations on campus. I got fined yesterday.
#Person2#: You have to get a parking permit first.
#Person1#: Where can I get a permit?
#Person2#: Over there in the Service Building. I can go with you... Right, here is the form you need... OK, surname, well I know that, Hanks... Other names, just Andrew. What's your student number?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. It's 9301321.
#Person2#: Your address. I know, it's 16 Bull Creek. And the postal code?
#Person1#: It's 6150.
#Person2#: What's the license plate number of your car?
#Person1#: Er... It's BGF739.
#Person2#: BGF739. OK, I can write the date, but you have to sign it yourself.
#Person1#: Oh, OK, I can manage that I think.

Summary: Andrew asks #Person2# about the parking regulations on campus. #Person2# helps him to get a parking permit.


#Person1#: So, Jack, do you believe in ghosts?
#Person2#: No, not really. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Because I want to tell you about the time that I saw a ghost.
#Person2#: You saw a ghost? When?
#Person1#: It was many years ago, when I was a little child. It was the middle of the night, and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen. I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs, when...
#Person2#: So that's where you saw the ghost? In your house? What did it look like? Was it hideous?
#Person1#: It was a big, green thing that looked like a person. It was in the kitchen, and it slowly moved towards the stairs...
#Person2#: So what did you do?
#Person1#: I hid so that it couldn't see me. Slowly it got closer and closer, until ... ...
#Person2#: Until what? What happened? Did you see it clearly? Did it attack you?
#Person1#: It moved slowly up the stairs, step by step, and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs, I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas. He had gone to get a late night snack.

Summary: #Person1# describes the experience of seeing a ghost when #Person1# was a little child to #Person2#. But it turned out to be his father getting a late-night snack in his green pajamas.


#Person1#: Honey, the basketball game is about to start. And could you bring some chips and a bowl of ice cream? And ... uh ... a slice of pizza from the fridge.
#Person2#: Anything else?
#Person1#: Nope, that's all for now. Hey, hon, you know, they're organizing a company basketball team, and I'm thinking about joining. What do you think?
#Person2#: Humph
#Person1#: 'Humph' What do you mean 'Humph.' I was the star player in high school.
#Person2#: Yeah, twenty-five years ago. Look, I just don't want you having a heart attack running up and down the court.
#Person1#: So, what are you suggesting? Should I just abandon the idea? I'm not that out of shape.
#Person2#: Well ... you ought to at least have a physical before you begin. I mean, it HAS been at least five years since you played at all.
#Person1#: Well, okay, but ...
#Person2#: And you need to watch your diet and cut back on the fatty foods, like ice cream. And you should try eating more fresh fruits and vegetables.
#Person1#: Yeah, you're probably right.
#Person2#: And you should take up a little weight training to strengthen your muscles or perhaps try cycling to build up your cardiovascular system. Oh, and you need to go to bed early instead of watching TV half the night.
#Person1#: Hey, you're starting to sound like my personal fitness instructor!
#Person2#: No, I just love you, and I want you to be around for a long, long time.

Summary: #Person1# wants to join the company basketball team. #Person2# doesn't think it's a good idea because it has been a long time since #Person1# played and #Person1#'s physical condition is not that good. #Person2# advises #Person1# to have a healthier lifestyle and take up some physical training to stay healthy.


#Person1#: Good morning, young man. What's your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is Zhang Ming. I'm 12 years old now. Can you introduce your doctors?
#Person1#: We doctors in this hospital fly to different poor places. People with eye problems can come to us. We give medicine to the poor or do operations on them free.
#Person2#: I started to have problems with my eyes when I was 7. Now I can't see things clearly. Can you help me?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. We'll try our best.
#Person2#: My parents don't have enough money for the medicine or the operation.
#Person1#: Don't worry. We get donations from all over the world. You don't have to pay.

Summary: #Person1# tells Zhang Ming the doctors in this hospital help the poor with their eye problems for free and will try their best to treat Zhang Ming.


#Person1#: Thank you for purchasing your new mattress with us.
#Person2#: No, thank you.
#Person1#: Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you?
#Person2#: That would be great.
#Person1#: When do you want it delivered?
#Person2#: I need it delivered tomorrow. Will that be possible?
#Person1#: What time exactly?
#Person2#: I need it delivered at 12.
#Person1#: We can have it to you at that time.
#Person2#: That's not a problem?
#Person1#: We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock.
#Person2#: That's great! Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1#'ll deliver the mattress to #Person2# at 12 tomorrow. #Person2# thinks it's great.


#Person1#: Have you ever been to a school reunion?
#Person2#: Uh yeah, why do you ask? Are you going to one?
#Person1#: I'm organizing one for this summer. I have to make a reservation for a party room at a hotel. Do you know any good places?
#Person2#: Why don't you try the Omni hotel, it often caters banquets or birthday parties but more important my brother works there.
#Person1#: Could I ask you to check with him about the party rooms?
#Person2#: Sure, I can do that. Maybe he can offer you a discount.
#Person1#: Thanks. So what did you think about your school reunion? Was it fun?
#Person2#: I didn't really enjoy mine. I'm not very good at making small talk, but it was nice to see old friends.

Summary: #Person1# will organize a school reunion. #Person2# recommends a hotel where #Person2#'s brother works, so #Person1# requests #Person2# to check with #Person2#'s brother about party rooms.


#Person1#: Peter, you're learning to drive, aren't you? Do you go to the AA Driving School?
#Person2#: Actually it's called the ABC Driving School.
#Person1#: Is it expensive?
#Person2#: I've had ten lessons already and each one is fourteen pounds.
#Person1#: I see. And is the teacher's car new?
#Person2#: Yes, and it's not a big car so parking is easy.
#Person1#: When are you going to take your driving test?
#Person2#: I failed it last week.
#Person1#: Did you hit something or ...
#Person2#: The traffic lights were red but I didn't see them and I couldn't brake in time.
#Person1#: Never mind. You can take the test again. Tell me about your teacher. Is he friendly?
#Person2#: He's OK. He's quite young and interesting to talk to, but my father will give me my next lessons. He's cheaper.

Summary: Peter is learning to drive for ten lessons in ABC Driving School and #Person1# asks him some questions about the school.


#Person1#: What time is it, Steven?
#Person2#: Uh, it's 7:30. Aren't you going to finish your breakfast?
#Person1#: I don't have much time. I've got a lot to do downtown today.
#Person2#: If you're coming into the city, we may have lunch together.
#Person1#: OK. Let's say 1 o'clock. I'll go to the gym. I have an aerobics class until 11:45. Oh, and it would have to be some place quick.
#Person2#: How come?
#Person1#: I have a hair appointment at 2:30.
#Person2#: Oh, OK. What else are you doing today?
#Person1#: I'm meeting Rebecca to do some shopping at 5:30 PM.
#Person2#: Tough day.
#Person1#: Well, it is my day off, you know.
#Person2#: OK, OK. Enjoy your morning. I'll see you later.
#Person1#: You better get going to. You're not even dressed yet.
#Person2#: Don't worry about me. I'll get to work on time.

Summary: Steven invites #Person1# to have lunch together if #Person1#'s coming into the city. #Person1# tells Steven #Person1#'s busy day and asks Steven to hurry up.


#Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. My name's Jill Bush. I'm planning to go to a conference in Sydney for three weeks.
#Person1#: I see, do you want the excursion fare or the full return fare?
#Person2#: Now, can I get a stopover on an excursion fare?
#Person1#: Yes, you are allowed only one stopover on the excursion fare.
#Person2#: Oh, I see, only one.
#Person1#: Yes. But of course, if you pay the full return fare then you can have unlimited stopovers. There's Singapore, Kuwait, Athens, you've really got quite a lot of choices you know.
#Person2#: Oh, It sounds good. You see, I've got a two-week holiday after the conference. How much is the full fare?
#Person1#: The full fare? Well, that's really quite a lot. It's $ 1,204.
#Person2#: Yes. Well, it's once in a lifetime, you know. The thing is actually that I'm absolutely afraid of flying. I've never done it before.
#Person1#: Oh dear. Um...
#Person2#: And I'm hoping that I can persuade my two friends to go along with me.
#Person1#: Yes, that would be a good idea.
#Person2#: By the way, one of them is in Cairo at the moment. Would it be possible for me to stopover there on my way to Sydney?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. There are lots of flights to Cairo and, then plenty more onwards from Cairo to Sydemy. And then you can stay for as long as you like.
#Person2#: Oh, that's great! Thanks very much.

Summary: #Person1# helps Jill Bush to choose a flight to Sydney. Jill Bush is afraid of flying and hopes that he can persuade his two friends to go along with him.


#Person1#: Where are you going for your holiday this year, Jane?
#Person2#: Florida.
#Person1#: Great! How long are you going to stay there?
#Person2#: One week. Just for Christmas time.
#Person1#: Have you got any friends there?
#Person2#: No. I have always wanted to go, but I've been too busy. Now I've got a week's holiday, and I can enjoy Christmas special prices. My dream will come true.
#Person1#: Lovely! I guess you will certainly go to Disneyland.
#Person2#: You are right. You have been there, haven't you?
#Person1#: Yes, but just a couple of days.
#Person2#: Tell me something about it, will you?
#Person1#: There are so many things to see in the park. It has several main sections. They are named Main Street, Frontier Land, Fantasy Land, Tomorrow Land and Adventure Land. The park is often called a 'Magic Kingdom'.
#Person2#: It must be an unforgettable experience for you.
#Person1#: That's true, especially the Magic Mountain and Fantasy Land. I'm sure you'll enjoy your visit too.
#Person2#: Thank you. I believe so.

Summary: Jean tells #Person1# that she will go to Florida and Disneyland for Christmas time. #Person1# introduces Disneyland's sections to Jean and hopes she will enjoy the visit.


#Person1#: Excuse me, I'd like to try some Chinese food.
#Person2#: We serve excellent Chinese food. Which style do you prefer?
#Person1#: I know nothing about Chinese food. Could you give me some suggestions?
#Person2#: It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food, Shandong food, Sichuan food etc.
#Person1#: Is there any difference?
#Person2#: Yes, Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy.
#Person1#: How about Sichuan food?
#Person2#: Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot. They taste differently.
#Person1#: Oh, really. I like hot food. So what is your recommendation for me?
#Person2#: I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious. We have a Sichuan food dining room. May I suggest you to go there? It's on the third floor.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.

Summary: #Person2# recommends several Chinese foods for #Person1# and explains the difference between cuisines. #Person1# chooses Sichuan food because #Person1# likes hot food.


#Person1#: What would you do if you won $1,000,000?
#Person2#: Oh, I don't know. I guess I'd buy a car.
#Person1#: That doesn't sound very interesting.
#Person2#: Well, what would you do?
#Person1#: I would go on a trip around the world.
#Person2#: Where would you go?
#Person1#: The first place I'd go to is Paris. I have always wanted to go shopping in Paris.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You can spend some of your money there.
#Person1#: Yes, and then I think I'd go to Rome. I love Italian food best.
#Person2#: Me too.
#Person1#: After that I'd go to Egypt to see the Pyramids, and then to Australia to see the Great Barrier Reef. But after that, I'm not sure where I go. Where would you go?
#Person2#: If I was on a trip like that, I'd go to Germany to see where they make BMWs.
#Person1#: Of course, you love those cars.
#Person2#: Yes, that's true. But I would also like to watch a football match. The German team is my favorite.

Summary: #Person1# would go on a trip around the world if #Person1# won $1,000,000. #Person1# tells #Person2# where #Person1# would go, but #Person2# would buy a car or go to Germany.


#Person1#: I need some new clothes for the new school year. Can you help me?
#Person2#: Of course. What do you like to wear?
#Person1#: Well, I attend college in California and it's always warm there. So I need a lot of shorts and T shirts. I also like to go to the beach when I'm not in class, so I need bathing suits and beach shoes.
#Person2#: OK, follow me over here. We have some new summer clothes. Do you like bright colors? Here are some nice blue, green and yellow shirts.
#Person1#: Those are too bright for me. I like those white and gray ones.
#Person2#: OK, I'll grab some different sizes and you can try them all on.

Summary: #Person2# assists #Person1# in buying shorts, T-shirt and bathing suits whose colour are white and grey for the new school year.


#Person1#: We'Ve got a lot of work to do now, but take your time over this project. We don't want to make any mistakes.
#Person2#: Ok. I should have it finished by Friday afternoon. Then I can check those account over the weekend. We need to have them finished by Monday, right?
#Person1#: That's right. We'll finish them just in time. The Macy project can wait for the time being. We need to spend several days on that project, but it isn't due to be finished until the end of the month, so we have plenty of time to get it done.
#Person2#: Some next week on, we should be in less of a rush.
#Person1#: I'm going to give everyone on the team an extra day off. Everyone deserves it.
#Person2#: Don't say that yet. A new project could suddenly appear.
#Person1#: That's true. Right. I'm going back to the meeting. It's been going on for hours and there's no indication that it'll end soon.
#Person2#: Carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work.
#Person1#: Good. I have to go right now. I really hope this meeting doesn't last too long.
#Person2#: They usually go on for ages.
#Person1#: I'll stop by if I have time later. Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines.
#Person2#: I will. Enjoy your meeting!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# will finish one project on time by Monday. Then, they will have enough time for the Macy project. #Person1# goes back to the meeting which has lasted for long and asks #Person2# to ensure that everyone sticks to the deadlines.


#Person1#: Excuse me, how many sightseeing spots are there in the park?
#Person2#: There are about 20 main spots and some other small spots.
#Person1#: Do I have to buy extra ticket if I want to visit the main spots?
#Person2#: Yes, some of the spots charges separately.
#Person1#: Well, do you have through tickets?
#Person2#: Yes, sir, it's $ 20.

Summary: #Person2# says there're main and small sightseeing spots and #Person1# asks for through tickets.


#Person1#: Is that true?
#Person2#: I guess so. Now Anna's got four kids and another on the way.
#Person1#: Wow. She looks good for having had that many kids. She's pregnant and wearing Prada!
#Person2#: That's Anna for you. She keeps up the image of the stylish Italian woman. Here she comes.
#Person1#: She's glowing. It must be the pregnancy.
#Person2#: Yeah, or the expensive Italian facial treatments.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Anna who is pregnant but still fashionable.


#Person1#: Hi, can I speak with the apartment manager, please?
#Person2#: Hello, this is the apartment manager speaking.
#Person1#: I'm calling about the apartment for rent on Main Street.
#Person2#: Would you be interested in seeing the apartment?
#Person1#: I would love to see it.
#Person2#: Are you free today at around 6 p. m.?
#Person1#: Yes, I will be able to make it then.
#Person2#: Well, I'll see you at 6 p. m. Do you know how to get there?
#Person1#: I used to live in that area.
#Person2#: I'll give you an application form when I see you.
#Person1#: That sounds good. Do I need to bring anything?
#Person2#: No. Just bring yourself.

Summary: #Person1# calls #Person2# to make an appointment to see an apartment for rent at 6 PM today.


#Person1#: There is a tornado warning on. My mother just told me she heard it on the radio.
#Person2#: What is a tornado warning?
#Person1#: It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area.
#Person2#: Really? In New Berlin?
#Person1#: No. Not necessarily in town. But in southern Wisconsin somewhere. A tornado has been spotted. They have two stages here. This is what is called a ' tornado watch. ' That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado.
#Person2#: I understand. They think a tornado might come.
#Person1#: Yes. People should look out, because maybe there will be tornadoes coming. So it's called a ' watch. '
#Person2#: And the second stage is called a ' tornado warning '.
#Person1#: Yes. If a tornado has been spotted, they announce a ' tornado warning '. So if there's a tornado warning on, it means a tornado is out there somewhere.
#Person2#: It's scary.
#Person1#: Well. Tornadoes can be dangerous, it's true. If we hear something like a loud train coming, then we have to go in the basement.
#Person2#: What do you mean ' a loud train '?
#Person1#: That is what tornadoes sound like. They sound like trains. They're very loud.
#Person2#: But if you hear them coming, isn't it already too late?
#Person1#: Maybe. It depends on the tornado. Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour. That is very fast. Others aren't so fast.
#Person2#: Have you seen a lot of them?
#Person1#: I've only seen one in my life. I was looking out the window. It was around two miles away. It was very interesting to watch. But it was heading toward my friend's house. So I quickly called them on the phone.
#Person2#: Did it hit their house?
#Person1#: No, it didn't. But they are glad I called them.
#Person2#: What were they doing when you called?
#Person1#: They were all sitting in the living room watching TV. They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house. If it had hit them, they could have all been killed.
#Person2#: That's terrible. Do many people die in tornadoes?
#Person1#: Not so many really. But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes.

Summary: #Person1# says that there is a tornado warning on, which means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in southern Wisconsin. #Person1# explains to #Person2# the two stages of a tornado. The first is a 'tornado watch' and the second is a 'tornado warning'. #Person1# also indicates that not so many people die in tornadoes, but a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes.


#Person1#: Isabel, how many people work for Rolls Royce?
#Person2#: Rolls Royce Group is a big company. But our office here in France is small, only four people, two directores from Germany, one engineer and myself.
#Person1#: So what is a typical day? How much time do you spend on the telephone and the email?
#Person2#: Well, first of all, I make myself a big cup of coffee. Then the telephone and daily affairs. OK, it's not too bad. But I have a lot of emails to write and read. So this may be takes around 75% to 80% of my time.
#Person1#: How many hours per week do you work?
#Person2#: In France, we have a 35 hour working week now. So I start to work at 9:00, have one hour for lunch and finish at 5:15. I even leave at 4:30 on Fridays sometimes.
#Person1#: Do you like your job?
#Person2#: I do like my job. I like working for a British company and I feel like a member of the team rather than just a secretary. It's a real pleasure to come here every day.

Summary: Isabel tells #Person1# about the number of staff works in Rolls Royce Group. Isabel takes around 75% to 80% of her time on email and works 35 hours per week. Isabel likes her job.


#Person1#: Speed Airlines Reservation. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you have any flight to Paris on 15th? I want one leaving in the afternoon.
#Person1#: Yes. Flight DP336 leaves at 15:16. Is that all right?
#Person2#: Is it a direct flight?
#Person1#: No, Sir. It has an hour layover in London.
#Person2#: Well, I don't think I want it.

Summary: #Person2# gives up buying the flight ticket to Paris for the layover.


#Person1#: We were decorating and I'm going to ask some things.
#Person2#: Well, I'll be glad to help you out. We can deliver what you need for your office. Shall we need at one fifteen this Thursday?
#Person1#: Yes, that would be great. We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to deliver some furniture to #Person1#'s office at one fifteen this Thursday.


#Person1#: I heard you took Jenny to a dentist yesterday. What was wrong with her?
#Person2#: She needs fillings because there was something wrong with her teeth. I really shouldn't have given her so much candy.
#Person1#: How often did you give her candy?
#Person2#: I gave her candy on a daily basis.
#Person1#: You make a huge mistake. Giving children candy harms them in various ways. I read an article the other day. It says kids who often eat canny may suffer from obesity, and poor nutrition besides bad teeth.
#Person2#: So do you give Jim any candy?
#Person1#: Yes. But I only give him one on a weekly basis.
#Person2#: It seems you have known the harm of eating too much candy before you read that article.
#Person1#: Yes,my grandma had had bad teeth due to eating too much candy. So she never let me eat too much candy.
#Person2#: I'll give Jenny less candy,too. Oh,my husband will come back from work soon. I must go back and prepare dinner now,
#Person1#: OK. Bye.
#Person2#: Bye bye.

Summary: #Person2# took Jenny to a dentist because she had teeth problems and was given too many candies. #Person1# says #Person1# gives Jim one candy on a weekly basis. #Person2# will give Jenny less candy.


#Person1#: May I help you? Miss!
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to look at lipstick and eye shadow.
#Person1#: What color set do you prefer?
#Person2#: Well, brown.
#Person1#: We have a beautiful selection of eye shadows this fall. Look at the colors. Aren't they beautiful?
#Person2#: But they're purple. I prefer a brown set.
#Person1#: If you insist, I can show you the brown sets. I'll have to warn you that they're very ordinary, though.
#Person2#: Well, I'm not so sure. Most of my make-up is brown.
#Person1#: Why don't you wear purple eye shadow for a change? We also have lipstick to go with it.
#Person2#: Can I try it?
#Person1#: Sure. Are you wearing any make-up?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Have a seat, please. Now, here is the mirror. How do you like it?
#Person2#: Not bad. Actually, it makes me look younger. I like it.
#Person1#: Try the lipstick as well. See, how fresh and charming you look.
#Person2#: You're right. I'll take them all.

Summary: #Person2# prefers a brown set of eye shadows but #Person1# recommends a purple one. #Person2# buys the purple set and lipstick after trying them.


#Person1#: So what kind of career would you like to have?
#Person2#: Well, I'm not sure exactly. Being a writer could be interesting.
#Person1#: I guess so, though I'm sure I wouldn't like it, because it would require spending a lot of time alone and always sitting down.
#Person2#: What do you want to do then?
#Person1#: Well, I'd love to work as a sports coach. I really like staying in shape.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd like to be able to keep fit while I work. You know, I'd love to be a university professor. Teaching college students would be really worthwhile.
#Person1#: Sure, but don't you think it would be kind of boring?
#Person2#: No, I think it would be an exciting career.

Summary: #Person2# says #Person2# would like to be a university professor. #Person1# would love to work as a sports coach.


#Person1#: Bobby! Come here, look what I got you!
#Person2#: What is that?
#Person1#: A chess board! Daddy is going to teach you how to play!
#Person2#: Cool!
#Person1#: Ok, each player gets 16 pieces. You can be the white ones and I'll play with the black pieces. Now in the front, you set up the pawns. Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward. When you are about to capture another piece, it can move one space diagonally.
#Person2#: What about all these other pieces?
#Person1#: See this one that looks like a tower? It's called the rook. The one with the tall hat is called the bishop. See this little horsey? This is called the knight, it's a very important piece so it's best to not let your opponent capture it.
#Person2#: And these two? They are husband and wife?
#Person1#: That's right! That's the queen and that's the king. If the other player captures your king, he will say ' Check Mate ' and the game is over! Doesn't this sound fun?
#Person2#: Nah! This is boring! I'm gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation!

Summary: #Person1# gives Bobby a chess board and introduces all the pieces in chess to teach him how to play. #Person1# tells Bobby the game rules but he doesn't feel interested.


#Person1#: This is tough to say, John, but I think we should break up.
#Person2#: Are you serious?
#Person1#: Yes, I mean it.
#Person2#: But why? Did I do anything wrong?
#Person1#: No, we are just too different. This relationship isn't going anywhere.
#Person2#: Hey, come on. It's too early to say that. We can fix things.
#Person1#: I have thought about it for a long time. I think it's time to move on for both of us.
#Person2#: But I still love you.
#Person1#: I'm sorry.
#Person2#: I knew this would happen some day. . .
#Person1#: Then why didn't you talk to me?
#Person2#: Well. It's not all my fault, Anna. . .
#Person1#: I don't want to argue with you anymore. This is going to be tough, but let's try to forget that and be friends.
#Person2#: Have you made the decision yet?
#Person1#: I think we'll be better off if we are apart.
#Person2#: Then shall we keep pure friendship?
#Person1#: Sure, let's just be friends.

Summary: Anna is determined to break up with John who is not willing to, but they finally decide to be just friends.


#Person1#: Why are you reading the classifieds? What do you need?
#Person2#: I'm looking for a bookcase, but I don't want to buy a new one.
#Person1#: Are you having any luck?
#Person2#: Not really. There aren't any used bookcases listed. But there are a few rummage sales on Saturday. I think I'll go to them.
#Person1#: Do you mind if I go with you?
#Person2#: Not at all. These private sales are great places to bargain. And sometimes you can find terrific things among all the junk.
#Person1#: I learned to negotiate 9 from my mother. I thought I was pretty good at bargaining, but I had a problem the other day at Kimble's Department Store.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I wanted to buy a beautiful wool sweater for my girlfriend. It was priced at forty dollars, so I started by offering the salesclerk thirty.

Summary: #Person2# wants a second-hand bookcase and will go to rummage sales. #Person1# will go with #Person2#, and #Person1# shares his bad experience about bargaining.


#Person1#: Welcome to our university's fifties anniversary, Sir. Please have a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you. Wow, your school has so many honors. Congratulations!
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Excuse me. I wonder see Dean Mr. Lee first. I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is?
#Person1#: Certainly. Mr. Lee's office building at the south end of the campus, just beside the library.
#Person2#: Excuse me?
#Person1#: Let me show you the way. Please follow me.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. It's very kind of you.
#Person1#: My pleasure.
#Person2#: This is it?
#Person1#: It's up on the second floor. You have to use the stairs. The elevator isn't working.

Summary: #Person1# welcomes #Person2# at their university's fifties anniversary and leads #Person2# to Dean Mr. Lee's office.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I'm with the airport office. I'm doing a survey. Can I ask you some questions?
#Person2#: Sure. Go ahead.
#Person1#: How do you feel about the arrival area? Were you happy with it?
#Person2#: Yes, but it's a long way from the gate to the Immigration.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry about that. Well, how about Immigration? How long did it take you to get through?
#Person2#: Oh, it's really quick-it took me only about 3 or 4 minutes.
#Person1#: Oh, good. OK, then, I see you bought some duty free items. Were you happy with the prices?
#Person2#: Well, I thought they were a little high.
#Person1#: A little high? Compared to...?
#Person2#: Oh, to most places in Asia- although I will say the prices seem lower here than in the States.
#Person1#: I see. Well, how about the general appearance of the airport?
#Person2#: Oh, excellent. It's about the cleanest airport I've ever been in.
#Person1#: So, all in all it is clean and efficient?
#Person2#: Yes, oh, I've got to go, here comes my suitcase.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions to do a survey. #Person1# asks #Person2#'s feelings about the arrival area, Immigration, etc. #Person2# then has to go because here comes #Person2#'s suitcase.


#Person1#: Good afternoon.
#Person2#: Hello. I wonder if you could help me. I've just arrived here, and I'm looking for some where to stay.
#Person1#: Uh huh.
#Person2#: Can you tell me where I can find a cheap hotel?
#Person1#: Certainly. There are a few around here, but the nearest and one of the nicest is just around the corner. It's called the Euro Hotel. Would you like me to phone to see if they have a room?
#Person2#: No, that's OK. I'll just wander round there myself. Ah! Another thing. I need to change some travellers' cheques, but I don't know what time the banks close.
#Person1#: They close at 7 o'clock in the evening.
#Person2#: Right, thanks. This is a very pretty town, isn't it? It looks terribly old. Have you any idea how old this town is?
#Person1#: Yes, it was founded in the thirteenth century.
#Person2#: Really? As old as that? Wow! Well, I'd better get going. Oh, I'm not sure if we're near the centre of town, because I've only just arrived.
#Person1#: Yes, this square out there is just about the centre.
#Person2#: Thanks very much. Thanks for your help. I'll go to... oh, sorry, I can't remember which hotel you suggested.
#Person1#: The Euro Hotel.
#Person2#: The Euro. Thanks a lot. Bye.

Summary: #Person2# is new here and asks #Person1# how to find a cheap hotel. #Person1# recommends the Euro Hotel, and #Person2# will wander round there to see. #Person2# asks #Person1# the banks' closing time and how old the town is.


#Person1#: Dalian is a beautiful city. Do you agree?
#Person2#: I suppose I do.
#Person1#: The climate here is pleasant.
#Person2#: They usually said it
#Person1#: This city is really comfortable to living.
#Person2#: It sure is
#Person1#: No other city can match it. It's heaven.
#Person2#: Well, if you live in other as long enough you love them just as much.
#Person1#: Maybe.
#Person2#: That's for sure.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# think Dalian is a beautiful city and comfortable to live in.


#Person1#: You are an early bird, Tom. What do you do in the morning then?
#Person2#: Exercise. The morning hours are the most precious period within a single day. We should not pass them up easily. Seize the time and do something useful.
#Person1#: So, you choose to spend it on bodybuilding. Where do you exercise?
#Person2#: Usually, I run to the Black Bamboo Park as a warm-up. Admission is free. Then I start my activities.
#Person1#: Do you do the same exercises every day?
#Person2#: No, I've deliberately kept a balance between various exercises ; parallel bars, push-ups, sit-ups, bunny-hops, five-kilometer run, and so on. I alternate them over the weekdays. Sometimes, when I find myself in a bad state, I will simply idle about in the park.
#Person1#: Why don't you just stay in bed when you are feeling unfit for exercising?
#Person2#: It's not easy to keep a good habit, you know. I fear that if I fail to get up early one day, I may find it still more difficult to rise early the next. Besides, a mere walk in the early morning is much fun, too. Here and there in the park, you meet whole gangs of senior citizens who might be singing operas or old songs, playing er'hu, chess, or just chatting and gossiping. It's interesting to join them.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. Singing is also a good way of keeping fit, at least mentally.

Summary: Tom tells #Person1# he gets up early to exercise. He keeps a balance between various exercises. If not feeling good, he'll just idle around instead of staying in bed because it's important to keep the routine and it's interesting to join the senior gangs.


#Person1#: Please help yourself at your dishes. I hope you ' ll enjoy what you ' Ve got.
#Person2#: It suits my taste. You are really a good cook.
#Person1#: Would you like to try my special recipe?
#Person2#: Wow, let me try. It tastes nice. How did you make it?
#Person1#: It ' s as easy as pie. I always follow recipes.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to try #Person1#'s special recipe which #Person2# thinks nice.


#Person1#: What do you think of that situation comedies showed every weekend?
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, I don't think much of them.
#Person1#: You're becoming a real television watcher.
#Person2#: A lot of people feel the same way.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# doesn't think much of the situation comedies.


#Person1#: Welcome back to your student union radio station. I'm with Catherine, who just successfully climbed the Great Mountain, Mont Blanc. Actually, she once did. The same climb in 2007. Catherine, was it easier the second time around?
#Person2#: In many ways. They were totally different experiences. The first time I went as part of an organized group. We took 4 days to reach the top. This year, I decided to go alone with just one overnight stop, actually you're never really alone. It's all been crowded up there. The first climb, was quite difficult is the weather was very changeable, and we found ourselves climbing in very cold windy conditions. The weather this time was wonderful. Plus. I spent a few days before in chamonix and got myself more used to the height. If it's certainly made it easier, you can also achieve the same thing by climbing some of the smaller mountains first.
#Person1#: Well, I'm wondering if you have any useful advice for others? Planning on doing something similar.
#Person2#: Well, I'm not talking here about the physical condition you need to be in, or having the right equipment. That goes without saying, we should pay special attention to the extreme weather conditions. You really need to wear enough clothes to protect yourself from the cold and wind.

Summary: Catherine shares her two experiences of climbing the Great Mountain. The first time she was in a group and the weather was changeable. The second time the weather was wonderful. Catherine also reminds people of the extreme weather conditions.


#Person1#: Hi Kara, this is Mike.
#Person2#: Hello Mike. How are things going for you?
#Person1#: Great, how are you?
#Person2#: Fine. Everything is just fine.
#Person1#: Kara, I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend.
#Person2#: Mike, I enjoyed your company, but I am getting ready to graduate soon. I really need to focus on my studies.
#Person1#: Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done.
#Person2#: It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done, but thank you for a lovely dinner.

Summary: Mike invites Kara to go out again this weekend and Kara refuses because she needs to focus on studies.


#Person1#: Hi Sue it's me.
#Person2#: Well hello, where have you been all day Steve? Mister Smith asked me this morning where you were, but he didn't seem to be looking for you or anything.
#Person1#: What did you say?
#Person2#: I told him that I didn't know. He seemed very busy, as managers always are. Are you OK?
#Person1#: I'm sorry I didn't call you this morning. I've had a cold since Saturday. I haven't eaten much these days, it, it has made me feel really weak. But I'll probably be there tomorrow.
#Person2#: Alright we'll go on a business trip next week and don't worry. You should go see a doctor Steve.
#Person1#: Thanks, but I'm getting better now.
#Person2#: Take care then, bye.
#Person1#: Bye bye, Sue.

Summary: Sue asks Steve where he has been all day because Mr. Smith is looking for him. Steve has had a cold but he's getting better now.


#Person1#: Now if you have any questions about the contract. I'll be happy to answer them.
#Person2#: Nothing comes to mind right now, but I'd like to go over all the articles of the contract once more before signing it.

Summary: #Person1#'s willing to answer any questions about the contract. #Person2#'ll go over the contract before signing.


#Person1#: Excuse me! How can I get to the post office, please?
#Person2#: Well, turn left at the first corner after the crossroad. It's near the corner. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure!

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the post office.


#Person1#: My jewelry store needs a new website. The one I have now is so out of date. I bet I'm losing customers because of that.
#Person2#: I have been designing websites for three years. Just give me a week, and Fll create an amazing site that will impress both you and your customers.

Summary: #Person2#'ll design a amazing website for #Person1#'s jewelry store.


#Person1#: Welcome to this idition of writers. Tonight we have Steven Das with us. Congratulations on your book. It's such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first time to that poetry? Did you ever try before? Did you ever take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well. My only real experience was writing business plans. Other than that. I've experience. We're writing with concerned. I've always had the good grass of the writing with the English language. Thanks to my mom who studied my reading when I was very little.
#Person1#: What's the hardest thing that in the world?
#Person2#: Definitely finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say. There're always work word two that I might to rewrite if given the chance.
#Person1#: Was there be more collections of poetry from Daisy?
#Person2#: There will be more something that surprise. But maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I'd see what I wrote this kind of writing. that might inspaire people in someway.

Summary: #Person1# interviews Steven Das. Steven wrote a successful poetry book. Steven is good at English writing and writes with concern. Steven feels hard to find perfect words to express. Steven will write more, maybe not poetry.


#Person1#: Excuse me, which one is of the highest quality here?
#Person2#: This one. It is of the best quality and excellently tailored as well. You may try it on.
#Person1#: That is nice. But I don't quite like the collar.
#Person2#: The collar? It is just the collar that is popular with young people in Shanghai.
#Person1#: I don't care what others wear. How much is it?
#Person2#: 250 Yuan.
#Person1#: Really? Too expensive. I don't think I can afford it.
#Person2#: But it is really worthwhile.
#Person1#: OK, anyway, let me have it.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# doesn't like the collar of a product and thinks it's too expensive but sill buys it according to #Person2#'s suggestions.


#Person1#: Ann! Don't you see the children are making so much noise here? Why don't you keep them occupied and out their mother's hair?
#Person2#: OK! What about taking them outside and flying a kite.
#Person1#: Good idea! Well, Joan, I have something important to tell you.

Summary: #Person1# thinks the children are noisy. Ann suggests taking them outside.


#Person1#: Please show me the menu, Miss.
#Person2#: Of course. Here you are. Can I take your order now?
#Person1#: Yes. I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.
#Person2#: All right. Can I serve you anything else?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards. Make it hot, please.
#Person2#: You've got it, sir.

Summary: #Person2# takes #Person1#'s order, including soup, fried noodles, and coffee.


#Person1#: We can go to the cinema or say at home watching TV, what's it to be?
#Person2#: As far as I'm concerned, staying at home is more comfortable than going to the movies.
#Person1#: Thanks, dear. I feel so tired after a whole day's work.

Summary: #Person2# and #Person1# prefer staying at home than going to the cinema.


#Person1#: Mr. Lin, what are you interested in?
#Person2#: I enjoy camping.
#Person1#: Really? I'm not much of an outdoor person. What do you like about it?
#Person2#: I love the fresh air, the scenery the exercise, and the time to think.
#Person1#: Do you hike or fish on your trips?
#Person2#: Yes, both. Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles.
#Person1#: Did you catch anything?
#Person2#: Yes, but I threw them back.
#Person1#: How about Joining our summer camp next week?
#Person2#: Great! I can't wait.

Summary: Mr. Lin tells #Person1# why he enjoys camping. He also hikes or fishes. #Person1# invites Mr. Lin to join their camp.


#Person1#: Ah, Michelle, hi. I was hoping to see you. How have you been? How's the family?
#Person2#: Oh, hello, Mr. Campbell. I'm fine and Jack's doing well. How are you?
#Person1#: I'm fine thanks. I got your report this morning. Thank's for that. Are you joining the conference today?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm leaving at four pm.
#Person1#: Good, well we can discuss this more then, but I think the figures are looking very good for this quarter.
#Person2#: Yes, me too.
#Person1#: I'm planning to discuss the advertising budget at the conference. I don't think we should continue with the TV advertising.

Summary: Mr. Campbell and Michelle are going to join a conference to discuss Michelle's report and the advertising budget.


#Person1#: Have you ever witnessed any crimes or accidents?
#Person2#: I don't quite remember. Why did you ask that?
#Person1#: I was taking a walk in the park early this morning when suddenly I heard someone calling 'help'. I rushed over and saw a man beating a woman.
#Person2#: Oh, my. What did you do?
#Person1#: I guess I was stunned for a moment, then I quickly ran away to get help.
#Person2#: Did you call the police?
#Person1#: Yes. Fortunately, I had my cell with me this morning. I called the police as I was running to get people to come to help.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# witnessed a man beating a woman. #Person1# was stunned for a moment but quickly got help.


#Person1#: What should I do to prepare for a job interview?
#Person2#: An understanding of the basic workings of a company and the services or goods it provides is essential. Do you have that?
#Person1#: Sort of, but I could know more, I guess.
#Person2#: With that understanding, you can figure out what your company is looking for in terms of basic attitude. Right?
#Person1#: I think that they are a very formal company.
#Person2#: What you wear is important. So keep in mind what is suitable for the company and type of work you will be doing. Need help?
#Person1#: I need a lot of help in this area.
#Person2#: In addition to clothes we need to think about other basics, OK?
#Person1#: Yes, what else should we think of?
#Person2#: Be prompt. Don't forget to be friendly and interested. Listen carefully and listen to what they are really asking you. You'll be a hit!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# what to prepare for a job interview. #Person2# considers it important to understand basic workings and advises #Person1# to pay attention to clothes and be prompt.


#Person1#: How were things in the Tokyo branch when you were there?
#Person2#: Good! They have expanded and are doing better than they were last quarter. It's nice to see some improvement for a change.
#Person1#: Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months?
#Person2#: Yes, especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan. The only problem is, they may have trouble when they go to open up business here.
#Person1#: Why would you say that?
#Person2#: They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan. There are a lot of cultural differences to account for.
#Person1#: I'll say! Sometimes they just do things really differently. But one thing I can say, they are really hospitable.
#Person2#: Have you ever been to Japan?
#Person1#: Sure! I just got back yesterday. I'm still suffering from jet lag.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that the Tokyo branch #Person2# worked for has expanded and is doing better than before, but they have trouble doing business outside of Japan because of cultural differences.


#Person1#: Did everyone fill out their entry permits?
#Person2#: Yes. The videographer has already started filming my parents trying to speak English with the flight attendants.
#Person1#: Speaking of flight attendants, they keep smiling at me. I wonder why. . .
#Person2#: It'll be the year 2000! The flight attendants are coming over here. They're carrying bottles of champagne!
#Person1#: That's because it's time.
#Person2#: Time for what?
#Person1#: It's time to make our wedding wish come true. . .
#Person2#: You mean get married now? On the plane?
#Person1#: Why not? I've got the rings ready.
#Person2#: I don't know what to say, Jack!
#Person1#: Hopefully, you'll say ' yes '. . .

Summary: Jack and #Person1# are on a plane talking about the flight attendants. Then Jack proposes to #Person1# suddenly which surprises #Person2#.


#Person1#: I'm sorry I'm late, Cindy.
#Person2#: That's alright, Joe. My house isn't that easy to find. But you know, you wouldn't have gotten lost if you had a smart car.
#Person1#: A smart car? What's that?
#Person2#: I just read a magazine article about some new technology that can make a car smart, that something like a GPS with a map display and a voice. You just enter the address where you want to go and the voice tells you how to get there street by street.
#Person1#: Hey. That's just like my brother. He never gets lost and he's always telling me the best route. So what else will smart cars be able to do?
#Person2#: Well. The article said that they'll be equipped with warning systems that will warn drivers if they're getting too close to other cars with an alarm signal. And they'll even put on the brakes if the drivers don't.
#Person1#: It seemed to be reported on TV, too. Tell me, Cindy, will these cars be smart enough to fill themselves up with gas?
#Person2#: Not that I know of. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not late, because I got lost. I am late because I ran out of gas on the way over here.

Summary: Joe is late. Cindy believes he wouldn't have gotten lost if he had a smart car and explains how it works, but it turns out that Joe is late because he ran out of gas.


#Person1#: What would you like to be in the future?
#Person2#: A teacher.
#Person1#: But if I were you, I would be a singer . You've got such a beautiful voice.
#Person2#: I wouldn't like to be a singer , but I'd like to become a music teacher to teach children to sing , That dream developed in my mind when I was a child.
#Person1#: Are you sure about that?
#Person2#: I'm quite sure. I've always loved working with children.

Summary: #Person2# wants to be a music teacher since childhood instead of a singer.


#Person1#: Hey, Mary, what's up?
#Person2#: Just so so. Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time, so we decided to meet again tonight.
#Person1#: Oh, that's exciting. What does this guy look like? Is he hot?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't think so at first. But as we started talking, I found him extremely funny and witty. I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes! And we have so much in common. We like the same team, music, and most amazingly, we both love Chinese food! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends.
#Person1#: It seems you two are a good match. What qualities do you look for in a friend?
#Person2#: There's nothing definite I think. I don't have a list or anything, but when I first meet somebody, I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend. It seems I have radar helping me spot new friends.
#Person1#: Well, that's something I've never heard of. But if you ask me what I value most in a friend, I would say honesty.
#Person2#: I agree. You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person. Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need.
#Person1#: Yeah, I know. A friend in need is a friend indeed. I don't need fair-weather friends either.

Summary: Mary tells #Person1# she met a guy last night and had a wonderful time. She describes the man, and #Person1# thinks they are a good match. Mary doesn't look for specific qualities in a friend, while #Person1# thinks honesty is the most valuable. Mary agrees.


#Person1#: Hey Jack. Are you excited about starting work?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'm really looking forward to it.
#Person1#: What was more exciting, starting college or starting work?
#Person2#: They're pretty similar, but in different ways. I really can't decide. How about you?
#Person1#: For me, I think starting school was more exciting.
#Person2#: Does that mean work isn't that great?
#Person1#: It's different for everyone, but because I knew school was going to be so much fun, I really got excited about it.
#Person2#: But work is a huge portion of our lives. I'm looking forward to making it fun.
#Person1#: That's a great attitude to have. I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce.
#Person2#: I hope you're right.

Summary: Jack is excited about starting work. #Person1# thinks starting school was more exciting than starting work but says it's different for everyone.


#Person1#: I have been having a lot of headaches lately.
#Person2#: Have you been having these headaches for a long time?
#Person1#: I have had headaches my whole life, but they have been getting worse lately.
#Person2#: Have you been under a lot of stress lately?
#Person1#: I'Ve been under stress, but no more than usual.
#Person2#: Have you been getting enough sleep lately?
#Person1#: No, I only sleep a few hours a night.
#Person2#: Have you had any head injuries lately?
#Person1#: Yes, actually I fell skiing last week and hit my head.
#Person2#: I am going to send you for a CT scan, and I will see you again when we see the results.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person1#'s headache. After understanding the situation, #Person2# lets #Person1# have a CT scan.


#Person1#: Well, here, we are not too crowded.
#Person2#: Great. Let's order quickly so we can chat a little.
#Person1#: OK. What are you in the mood for?
#Person2#: Something light. I went out for pizza at lunch and I'm still full.
#Person1#: There are 3 salads or you could have soup and a sandwich.
#Person2#: What are you having? A hamburger I suppose.
#Person1#: No. Actually I ate out last night too. We had fast food at McDonald's. Then a late snack at Kentucky Fried chicken.
#Person2#: Oh, dear. Well, maybe you should have the chicken salad.
#Person1#: Yes, I think so. Look, the daily special is spaghetti. That sounds good.
#Person2#: Oh, the prices are great, too. I'll have that as well.
#Person1#: Now let's decide on drinks.
#Person2#: I'll just have coffee and a glass of iced water.
#Person1#: Er, coke is fine with me.
#Person2#: Here comes the waitress. Let me order first.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are ordering food. #Person1#'ll order the chicken salad and coke. #Person2#'ll have spaghetti, coffee and iced water.


#Person1#: Morning, Bob. Fancy meeting you here!
#Person2#: Morning, Jenny. Haven't seen you for ages!
#Person1#: Well, I thought I'd come to see you, so here I am.
#Person2#: You did give me a surprise. How have you been?
#Person1#: Fine, just fine. And you?
#Person2#: Not so well. I've come down with the flu.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. Take care of yourself.
#Person2#: It's really great to see you again. How about a drink tonight?
#Person1#: Sounds wonderful. When shall we make it?
#Person2#: How about seven?
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: I'll pick you up.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary: Bob and Jenny greet each other. Bob invites Jenny to have a drink tonight and will pick Jenny up.


#Person1#: Shirly, I'm working on our class diary for next week. Would you please give me the information?
#Person2#: Sure. First is the deadline for after class activity application. The deadline is next Monday, June fourteenth.
#Person1#: Monday, June fourteenth.
#Person2#: Yes, then on Wednesday, that's the sixteenth, all classmates have to hand in three student photos.
#Person1#: Three student photos.
#Person2#: OK. Next is the basketball club meeting. It's on the seventeenth.
#Person1#: The basketball club meeting on the seventeenth, and where will they meet?
#Person2#: At the stadium.
#Person1#: And at what time?
#Person2#: From 12:45 to 1:30 PM.
#Person1#: Right.
#Person2#: Then the last thing is about filling in a form with up-to-date personal data. Our class needs to go to the computer room during the morning break on the eighteenth.
#Person1#: OK. The morning break on the eighteenth.
#Person2#: Ah, wait a minute. I made a mistake. It should be during the lunch break.
#Person1#: Got it.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: Shirley helps #Person1# to work on the class diary for next week. They need to apply for after class activity, hand in student photos, attend the basketball club meeting, and fill in a form next week.


#Person1#: Well, no one could survive without water, but you see pollution has been making more and more water unable for drinking.
#Person2#: Yeah. Water pollution has for a long time been a major concern among the environmental issues.
#Person1#: But what are the sources of water pollution?
#Person2#: They could generally be divided into two categories, direct and indirect contaminant sources.
#Person1#: Well, direct ones are the pollution directly from factories, refineries waste treatment plants etc. , aren't they?
#Person2#: Yeah. They are emitted directly into urban water supplies.
#Person1#: But what about the indirect ones?
#Person2#: Indirect sources include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rainwater.
#Person1#: I see. For the sake of us all, we should be an active participator in the prevention of it.
#Person2#: Sure. It's an issue asking for everyone's participation.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss direct pollutions, which are from factories, refineries waste treatment plants, and indirect pollutions which include contaminants that enter the water supply. Then they call for active participation in dealing with those problems.


#Person1#: Hi, Mike! How are you feeling now?
#Person2#: How did you know I was here? Is it Tom?
#Person1#: I was talking with Bob yesterday and I learnt your right leg had been injured. How did it happen?
#Person2#: Their right back Tom knocked me down when I rushed to their goal with the ball.
#Person1#: Wow! He must have hit you hard.
#Person2#: Of course. He hit me from the back and sent me rolling over and over. At the time I had a lot of pain. Anyway, they brought me here.
#Person1#: Nothing serious, I hope.
#Person2#: The doctor said there weren't any internal injuries, but that I'd better stay here a couple of days.
#Person1#: Well, Mike. Take it easy.
#Person2#: Thank you for your coming. And thanks for the flowers.

Summary: #Person1# comes to visit Mike who got injured during a football match. Mike tells #Person1# about the injury and expresses his gratitude for #Person1#.


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

Summary: Carl sees #Person2#'s new car and praises it.


#Person1#: Well, hello everyone, and welcome to today's show. And joining me today is my daughter, Ashley, who has had to endure my cooking experiments over the years. Are we ready, Ashley? [Ready to eat.] No, let's wait for a few minutes. We'll get to that. But as you know, my faithful listeners, I starting cooking and baking almost 30 years ago when my grandmother taught me in her humble kitchen. In fact, she taught almost me everything I know, and I've never attended cooking classes [You should have ...] Wait, wait, wait ... I know my daughter's going to mention to you faithful listeners that recently as I was helping the kids prepare for our kitchen for chicken meal, I forgot to take the chicken out of the oven, burned the bird to a crisp, and we ended up ordering pizza for dinner.
#Person2#: We had to use the fire extinguisher.
#Person1#: But that's another story. So, anyway, today I'd like to share with you our favorite ... at least my favorite ... chocolate chip cookie recipe. Now, before you switch the TV channel, I know what you are thinking. 'Another fattening cookie recipe.' But wait. What makes this recipe great is that it offers a wonderful low-fat, low-calorie, low-cholesterol dessert for the entire family.
#Person2#: We still like the fat though.
#Person1#: Well, I know we do. But let's see. We have all the ingredients, so we can start by mixing all of the ingredients, the sugars, the flour, the egg whites, the low-fat butter, vanilla, baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl. Then, we add the mini chocolate chips. Now, my kids would like me to add the big ones but we start with the mini-chocolate chips. And don't forget to preheat the oven to 350 degrees (Fahrenheit). And finally, when the cookies are done, take them out of the oven, remove them from the cookie sheet, and let them cool before their fingers get into them. Did I forget anything?
#Person2#: Yeah, if you have college-age kids, be sure to make a few extra batches they can take back to school for their roommates. And don't forget the kids still at home.
#Person1#: Oh, well yeah. We can't do that. We can't forget them. And unfortunately, by the time your kids get the cookies, you, the cook, will be left with a single cookie - your instant diet plan for you - and a dirty kitchen. So, that's all for today. On next week's show, we will be showing you how to feed hungry teenagers on a budget without having to sell the family car. Until then.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person1#'s daughter, Ashley, introduce #Person1#'s childhood experience with #Person1#'s grandmother, the experience of a failed chicken meal, and a healthy chocolate chip cookie recipe.


#Person1#: It was really hard for our parents to save money when they were young.
#Person2#: Most people were living form hand to mouth. How could they?
#Person1#: Yeah. They simply had no extra money to save up or for other things.
#Person2#: Fortunately, things are changing these years.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# agree that their parents had no extra money to save when they were young.