#Person1#: Mr. Smith. could you give me your quotation for your bicycle A5, FOB Qingdao?
#Person2#: Can You tell me how many you want to buy?
#Person1#: 100 for immediate delivery, and 500 in two months time. that's by the end of July
#Person2#: Well. then, 260 yuan each.
#Person1#: Since this is a sizeable order, I was thinking you might give us a 5 % discount.
#Person2#: I'm afraid we can't go as high as that. You know we usually don't give any discount. but considering the newly established business relationship between us, I could give you 3 % off the list price.
#Person1#: Only 3 %? That's not much. If you could make some concessions, we would probably buy some of your other products.
#Person2#: OK. OK. I don't want to haggle with you. Let's say, how about 3. 5 %?
#Person1#: I think I can accept that.

Summary: #Person1# is going to buy bicycle A5, FOB Qingdao from Mr. Smith, and #Person1# asks for a 5 % discount. Finally, they agree on 3. 5 %.


#Person1#: Daniel, what are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be at school now?
#Person2#: The same question to you.
#Person1#: Well, we shall make it a secret between us.
#Person2#: Deal, Where is Gucci?
#Person1#: She is the cheer-leader. They are required to put on a performance. Look! Here they come.
#Person2#: Oh, look at her. She looks like one is the basketball babies in NBA.
#Person1#: I want to be like her.
#Person2#: Get real. Don't be so pathetic.
#Person1#: Hey, young man! I'm your sis. Don't talk to me like that.
#Person2#: Oh, man, look at her, go! She is amazing! She should be my sis.
#Person1#: Boy, you've got such a crush on her, haven't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to be her boyfriend. Just like in the movie.
#Person1#: Are you out of your mind?
#Person2#: She told me she liked my new haircut. She thought it was cool.
#Person1#: Go ahead, have a try and be a joke.

Summary: Daniel and #Person2# skip the school. Daniel finds that #Person2# has got a crush on Gucci, but Daniel thinks #Person2# is not able to make Gucci his girlfriend.


#Person1#: I haven't had much exercise lately. My only recreation has been watching TV or going to the movies. What do you do for recreation?
#Person2#: In summer I like playing tennis instead of swimming and boating, and my favorite sport in the winter is skating.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are sharing their recreations together.


#Person1#: Hey, Lily, what are you doing?
#Person2#: Waiting for someone.
#Person1#: You mean the boy you met on MSN?
#Person2#: You're right. He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him.
#Person1#: You must be joking. You can't fall in love with someone you've never met!
#Person2#: I know, but I keep thinking of him every day. And I get really depressed when he's not online.
#Person1#: I think it's just a crush. You can't be serious.
#Person2#: Well, this might be silly. But I just can't get him off my mind. And I can't help missing him.
#Person1#: Did you tell him?
#Person2#: Yes. He said I'm his dream girl.
#Person1#: You shouldn't take it too seriously. It might be a lie.
#Person2#: I know. I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice.
#Person1#: I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends, and then the right person will come along.

Summary: Lily falls in love with the boy she met on the internet, but #Person1# advises her not to take it too seriously and to make more real-life friends.


#Person1#: Do you speak only English in the class, or does your teacher explain everything to you in Spanish?
#Person2#: Oh, we never speak Spanish in class! Miss. Parker speaks to us only in English.
#Person1#: I suppose she's right. Does she speak English very slowly?
#Person2#: Not always. Sometimes we don't understand her. Then she has to repeat what she said.
#Person1#: It must be interesting to study English.
#Person2#: Mario and I are the best students in the class. Miss. Parker says that my pronunciation is very good.
#Person1#: Is English pronunciation easy or difficult?
#Person2#: Sometimes it's difficult. Some words look different from the way one pronounces them.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s teacher speaks only in English in class and students sometimes can't understand. #Person2#'s pronunciation is good though #Person2# thinks it's difficult sometimes.


#Person1#: Let's play a little game. I'll describe someone and you try to guess who it is.
#Person2#: Ok. I'm really bored at the moment.
#Person1#: Ok. This man is tall and slim. He's got blue eyes and curly brown hair.
#Person2#: Does he have a moustache or a beard?
#Person1#: Good question. Yes, he has a moustache, but no beard.
#Person2#: Sounds like Mike, is it?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. You describe someone we both know.
#Person2#: Right. She's not very tall and she's quite plump. She's got blonder hair, but I don't know what color her eyes are.
#Person1#: Is she attractive? I don't think I know anyone like that.
#Person2#: Well, I don't find her attractive, but I'm sure you will disagree.
#Person1#: I like slim girls, so I doubt I would find a plump girl attractive. You'll have to give me some more information.
#Person2#: She's got tiny feet and wears really unfashionable shoes. In fact, she wears unfashionable clothes too.
#Person1#: This doesn't sound like anyone I know. I give up. Teel me who she is.
#Person2#: She's your mother!
#Person1#: How embarrassing! I don't even recognize a description of my own mother! How important do you think appearance is?
#Person2#: I think that unfortunately it's more important than a person's character. Advertising and stuff tells us that we have to be attractive. I think it's wrong, but that's the way the world is now.
#Person1#: I'm afraid you're right. I chose my girlfriend because she has a wonderful personality.
#Person2#: Well, you certainly didn't choose her because of her looks! Hey, I was joking! Don't hit me!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# play a game of describing someone and asking each other to guess who it is. After two rounds, they start to talk about the importance of one's appearance. They both agree that a person's personality is more important than appearance.


#Person1#: How's your father?
#Person2#: He's fine. He retired last week. It's turning point in his life. Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement.
#Person1#: He can spend more time with his grandchildren.
#Person2#: Oh, I don't think he wants to. He wants to travel to several different countries around the world.
#Person1#: So, he wants to have a more active retirement. Good idea!
#Person2#: How do you want to spend your old age?
#Person1#: In the same way, probably.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s father retired and he wants to travel around the world. #Person2# probably wants to spend old age in the same way.


#Person1#: Is it me or is it really hard to understand this speaker?
#Person2#: You're right, it's not that he has an accent like some of the other speakers from another country. It's just that he is speaking too softly. Do you think it would be rude to ask him to turn his microphone up a little bit?
#Person1#: I don't think he's wearing one, either that or he's turned it off.
#Person2#: That's crazy, there must be 400 people here.
#Person1#: This part of the conference has turned into such a waste of time. Maybe we should leave and try to find another lecture.
#Person2#: I can't do that. I come here specifically to hear this guys speech. I think I'll just go up to him at the end of the speech and try to ask him some questions.
#Person1#: Good idea, would you mind if I followed you up there? It might be the only way to get anything out of this hour?
#Person2#: No problem.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# cannot understand the speaker because he's speaking too softly. #Person1# wants to leave but chooses to stay with #Person2# who wants to ask the speaker some questions at the end.


#Person1#: I want to mail this letter overseas.
#Person2#: OK, Ma'am. I'll have to weigh it first. All right, it's not over- weight. That's 5.5 yuan for overseas mail.
#Person1#: That's not expensive. How long does it take for a letter to get to the U. S.?
#Person2#: It all depends. It usually takes four or five days.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. It used to take more than a week when I was staying here six years ago. Well, I want to register it.
#Person2#: All right. It's probably take a little longer to get there though.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. Well, please let me have a post office box.
#Person2#: That's OK. Fill out this form, please.
#Person1#: How much is the rent per month?
#Person2#: It's 100 yuan per year.
#Person1#: Here is the form and money.
#Person2#: OK. Here is the key for you. The number is on it. Any more requests?
#Person1#: No, Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# wants to mail the letter to the U.S and #Person2# tells her that it takes four or five days. Then #Person1# asks for a post office box.


#Person1#: On today's show we have Dennis Dean, owner of Double the Fun bus parties. Hi, Dennis. Can you tell us what you do?
#Person2#: Well, Double the Fun is a party bus where you and up to 50 friends can hold celebrations. All buses have fridges for cold drinks, disco-quality sound, an amazing light show and comfortable leather seats. What we don't have is cooking equipment. All buses also have a bus host, whose job is to make sure all the guests get back on the bus after each stop.
#Person1#: After each stop? So guests don't spend the whole evening driving around on the bus?
#Person2#: No! In fact, we take them to 4 different clubs during the evening. At each club, we've booked special VIP entrance, which means no waiting to get in, and everyone gets a free drink.
#Person1#: Anything else our listeners should know about the parties?
#Person2#: Yes, all guests must be smartly dressed. No jeans or sports shoes. The only exception would be if they want to have a fancy-dress party. And we need to know the time you book if you are planning a fancy-dress party. Clubs like to know in advance when parties will be arriving.
#Person1#: Thanks, Dennis.

Summary: #Person1# interviews Dennis Dean and asks him to introduce the party bus to the audience on the show. Dean says the bus has several party equipment and will take the guests to 4 clubs. He also reminds guests to dress smartly.


#Person1#: The portions here are man sized. We usually end up taking half of the meal home with us.
#Person2#: Everything looks so good. Is there anything in particular that you recommend?
#Person1#: Hey, sis. You know me, if I don't like everything on the menu, I don't go back to the restaurant!
#Person2#: So you're saying I can't go wrong with anything I order? In that case. . .
#Person1#: Wait, you love salmon, don't you? They have the best salmon pasta.
#Person2#: That sounds really good! Does it come with a soup?
#Person1#: Soup and bread and salad bar! I'm telling you, these people know how to keep you coming back!
#Person2#: I see what you mean!

Summary: #Person1# likes everything on the menu of a restaurant and recommends salmon pasta with soup, bread, and salad bar to #Person2#.


#Person1#: Come in, please.
#Person2#: Good morning, sir!
#Person1#: Good morning, please make yourself comfortable.
#Person2#: Thank you, sir.
#Person1#: Your name and examination number, please.
#Person2#: My name is Du Tao, number 3.
#Person1#: Pardon?
#Person2#: Du Tao. D-U for Du and T-A - 0 for Tao.
#Person1#: Yes, Mr. Du, when were you born?
#Person2#: I was born on January 1st, 1988. I ' m 20 years old now.
#Person1#: Where do you live?
#Person2#: I ' m living at Room 222, Building 18, N. P. U.
#Person1#: Can you leave me your phone number?
#Person2#: Gladly, 8962105 2.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# some personal information to help #Person2# check in for the examination.


#Person1#: I just finished reading this article 'Getting Old Gracefully'. It's a very good article.
#Person2#: What does it say?
#Person1#: A lot of things. There is a part about how old people should accept being old and stop feeling restless. You really should read it.
#Person2#: Thank you. But I don't think I'll bother.
#Person1#: Why not? What this article says makes good sense to me. If you read it, I'm sure you'll agree with me.
#Person2#: I don't think I'll have any trouble with getting old. But perhaps you can keep the article for a while, I may read it later.

Summary: #Person2# recommends #Person1# to read an article about getting old. #Person1# doesn't have such worries but may read it later.


#Person1#: How's it going?
#Person2#: I'm doing well. How about you?
#Person1#: Never better, thanks.
#Person2#: So how have you been lately?
#Person1#: I've actually been pretty good. You?
#Person2#: I'm actually in school right now.
#Person1#: Which school do you attend?
#Person2#: I'm attending PCC right now.
#Person1#: Are you enjoying it there?
#Person2#: It's not bad. There are a lot of people there.
#Person1#: Good luck with that.
#Person2#: Thanks.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s attending PCC right now. #Person1# wishes #Person2# good luck.


#Person1#: Eastern Airlines Agency. Good Morning.
#Person2#: Good Morning. I want to book a round-trip ticket.
#Person1#: Where are you flying from, and what's your destination, sir?
#Person2#: From Montreal to Toronto.
#Person1#: What day do you want to fly?
#Person2#: I want to leave on Monday the 24th and return on Friday. Do you have any flights in the afternoon?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. By the way, will that be first class or economy class? How many people are there in your party?
#Person2#: Just myself. And I'd like economy class.
#Person1#: All right, there are seats still available. Would you prefer a window, aisle or center seat?
#Person2#: Window, please. Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# to book a round-trip air ticket from Montreal to Toronto.


#Person1#: Hi, are you busy?
#Person2#: Hi, I was just coming to see you. But since you made the trek to my office, you get to go first.
#Person1#: Okay, I'm putting together a report on the Allied Marketing Co. failure, and I seem to have run into a stone wall. Can you help me out?
#Person2#: Well, I can try, what do you need?
#Person1#: You were there when the problem started. I was hoping you could fill me in on the details.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. But I need something from you.
#Person1#: Name it.
#Person2#: I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready. Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these?
#Person1#: All right, I can do that, and as soon as we finish this, we can both work on my problem.
#Person2#: That works for me.
#Person1#: Give me the study. I'll start as soon as I get back to my office.
#Person2#: Here's a print out of the study, and this is a disc with the full report on it. The file name is product study, this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to help with a report on the Allied Marketing Co. failure while #Person2# requests #Person1# to edit the product study. They agree to help each other.


#Person1#: I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only 10 in the morning.
#Person2#: Me too. Do you think we're boring people?
#Person1#: I don't think we are boring and it's just that we don't have any hobbies.
#Person2#: That's right. What do you think I should do as a hobby?
#Person1#: That all depends on what you like to do. I like to draw things in my notebook.
#Person2#: I like playing the piano for fun.
#Person1#: Yeah, that could be a good hobby.
#Person2#: Cool. I'm going to make a list of all the things I like doing.
#Person1#: Great idea. I'm going to do the same now.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# feel bored and decide to find a hobby.


#Person1#: Hello. This is Charles Richards from Channel 7 News, and we're down here, uh, at the City Mall, interviewing people on how they celebrate Christmas. And, uh, hi young lady. What is your name?
#Person2#: Elizabeth Carter.
#Person1#: And, uh, Elizabeth, uh. How does your family celebrate Christmas?
#Person2#: We go sledding, and we go over to my grandparents' house and have dinner with them.
#Person1#: Well, that is great, and let me ask this young man. Hi, what is your name? [Johnny.] And Johnny, how old are you?
#Person3#: Five.
#Person1#: And, uh, does your family eat anything particular for Christmas?
#Person3#: Turkey ...
#Person1#: And what does Christmas mean to you?
#Person2#: Going to my grandma's and making their breakfast.
#Person1#: Going to grandma's and making breakfast. And let me ask another young man. Hi, what is your name? [Steven.] Okay, and Steven, what does Christmas mean to you?
#Person4#: Giving but not expecting to get.
#Person1#: Now, that's kind of hard for a young man like yourself. What does that mean: Giving by not expecting?
#Person4#: Well, one thing that we do is secret giving.
#Person1#: Secret giving? Now how does that work in your family?
#Person4#: We sneak up to the porch of somebody that we want to give to, we put the gift that we want to give to them, ring the doorbell, and hide.
#Person1#: Ring the doorbell and hide? Uh, so you're not expecting something; you just want to be generous to someone else. Is that right?
#Person4#: Yeah. That's correct.
#Person1#: And let's interview one more. And, uh, how do you celebrate Christmas? What is the best thing about Christmas and what does it mean to you?
#Person5#: It means getting off from school!
#Person1#: Getting off from school?! Do you all feel that way?
#Person6#: Yeah!!
#Person2#: Because I hate homework.
#Person1#: Yeah. Well, that all here from the City Mall. Channel 7 reporting.

Summary: A reporter from Channel 7 News interviews three people at the City Mall and asks them about the way they celebrate Christmas, the best thing on Christmas, and the meaning of Christmas to them.


#Person1#: Hi, Jack. Who are you writing to?
#Person2#: I'm writing to my parents telling them I'll stay here this summer.
#Person1#: You're not going home? I thought you were going on a trip to Japan with your family.
#Person2#: Well, I intended to go with them, but I thought again and changed my mind.
#Person1#: Tell me. I'm interested in knowing what keeps you from joining your beloved family and staying here. It certainly is not studying.
#Person2#: No, certainly not. Michael arranged for me to work at his uncle's institution.
#Person1#: How much will you be paid?
#Person2#: Judy, I don't do it for money, but for experience. Besides, it's voluntary work.
#Person1#: You work without payment? That's really something.
#Person2#: When will you leave for home?
#Person1#: Tomorrow. We'll fly to Hawaii two days after. I really have to pack now.
#Person2#: Go then. Have a nice vacation!
#Person1#: I'll send you postcards.

Summary: Jack tells #Person1# he is staying here during the vacation to gain some working experience while #Person1# is leaving for home.


#Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Croft.
#Person2#: Good morning, nurse. I want to see the dentist, please.
#Person1#: Do you have an appointment?
#Person2#: No, I don't.
#Person1#: Is it urgent?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. It's very urgent. I feel awful. I have a terrible toothache.
#Person1#: Can you come at 10 am on Monday, April 24th?
#Person2#: I must see the dentist now, nurse.
#Person1#: The dentist is very busy at the moment. Can you come at 2 PM?
#Person2#: That's very late. Can the dentist see me now?
#Person1#: I'm afraid that he can't, Mr. Croft. Can't you wait till this afternoon?
#Person2#: I can wait, but my toothache can't!

Summary: Mr Croft has a terrible toothache and wants to see the dentist right now, but the nurse tells him that the dentist is not available and he has to wait.


#Person1#: Good afternoon. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I need some remedies for an upset stomach.
#Person1#: Are you also suffering from pain and fever?
#Person2#: Yes, and I also have the runs
#Person1#: I'll give you some tablets that should make you feel better. One moment, please. Here you are. Take these tablets three times a day swallow them with water.
#Person2#: When should I take them?
#Person1#: Take on after each meal.
#Person2#: How long should I continue taking them?
#Person1#: Take them for two days. If your symptoms persist for more than two days, you should see a doctor Also, be sure to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice.

Summary: #Person1# gives #Person2# some tablets to ease #Person2#'s symptoms and asks #Person2# to see a doctor if symptoms persist for more than two days.


#Person1#: I think I'm going to go to the market today.
#Person2#: Do we need food?
#Person1#: Yeah, I think so.
#Person2#: What are you going to get?
#Person1#: I'm not sure what we need.
#Person2#: Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator.
#Person1#: Could you do it for me, and write out a list of things that we need?
#Person2#: Just get the basics.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: You know. Get some eggs, milk, and bread.
#Person1#: Just go and make a list for me, please.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll go do that for you.

Summary: #Person1#'s going to the market and asks #Person2# to make a shopping list.


#Person1#: You look a bit dull today. What's up?
#Person2#: Well, my mum lost her job yesterday.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. Well, I heard that registered urban unemployment rate reached 4 percent this year, with more than half being women.
#Person2#: The supply outstrips the demand in the job market and women are in a disadvantageous position as a whole.
#Person1#: Yeah, it's true. What is she going to do?
#Person2#: Well, she is thinking of doing some household cleaning or baby sitting in the community.
#Person1#: That's not bad. It could be a short-term alternative. Your mum can look for another one when the market improves. Things will work out eventually.
#Person2#: Thank you. I just hope she won't feel pressed.

Summary: #Person2# looks dull because #Person2#'s mom lost her job. Then #Person1# and #Person2# discuss gender discrimination for women in the job market.


#Person1#: Good afternoon. ABC Imports. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, may I speak to Mr. James Johnson, please?
#Person1#: I'm afraid Mr. Johnson isn't available right now. Would you like to leave a message?
#Person2#: This is Richard Alexander with Star Electronics. It's very important that he returns my call this afternoon.
#Person1#: Does he have your office number and your mobile phone number?
#Person2#: I think so, but let me give them to you again.
#Person1#: Okay.
#Person2#: My office number is 714-555-2000; my cell phone number is 909-555-2308. He can reach me at my office number before 6 p.m. or anytime today on my mobile.
#Person1#: Very well, I'll give him your message as soon as he returns to the office.

Summary: Richard wants to speak to Mr. James Johnson, but #Person1# tells him Mr. James isn't available and asks Richard to leave a message.


#Person1#: Miss Gray, would you please type this report for me?
#Person2#: Of course, Mr. Green.
#Person1#: Can you print it out before 12 o'clock? I need it this afternoon.
#Person2#: No problem. I will do it immediately.
#Person1#: Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily.
#Person2#: OK. Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style?
#Person1#: Please type it in a formal style.
#Person2#: I see. Anything else?
#Person1#: No, thanks.

Summary: Mr. Green asks Miss Gray to type the report and print it double-spaced.


#Person1#: This is our rock - bottom price, Mr. Li. We can't make any further concessions.
#Person2#: If that's the case, there's not much point in further discussion. We might as well call the whole deal off.
#Person1#: What I mean is that we'll never be able to come down to your price. The gap is too great.
#Person2#: I think it unwise for either of us to insist on his own price. How about meeting each other half way so that business can be concluded?
#Person1#: What is your proposal?
#Person2#: Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we can accept. When I suggested we meet each other half way, I meant it literally.
#Person1#: Do you mean to suggest that we have to make a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price? That's impossible.
#Person2#: What would you suggest?
#Person1#: The best we can do will be a reduction of another 30 dollars. That'll definitely be rock bottom.
#Person2#: That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars to be covered. Let's meet each other half way once more, then the gap will be closed and our business completed.
#Person1#: You certainly have a way of talking me into it. All right, let's meet half way again.
#Person2#: I'm glad we've come to an agreement on price. We'll go on to the other terms and conditions at our next meeting.
#Person1#: Yes, there's one other point I wish to clear up.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: My friends in business circles all seem to be of the opinion that the U. S. import and export corporations have become more flexible in doing business recently.
#Person2#: Yes, they're right. In fact, we have either restored or adopted international practices in our foreign trade.
#Person1#: I'm glad to hear that. With a view to expanding and further enhancing the bilateral relations between our two parties, and in particular, exchanging timely views on specific problems in the execution and enforcement of contracts, is it possible for us to have a representative that could stay permanently in Washing - ton D. C. ?
#Person2#: Basically speaking, yes, we welcome the establishment of repry - tentative offices by foreign companies in Washington D. C. Of course, there are more details to be attended to. We cannot settle it in a few words.
#Person1#: Yes, of course. I'll call my home office tonight and let them know about it. When do we meet again?
#Person2#: How about tomorrow morning at 9?
#Person1#: Good. I'll come back tomorrow, and we can then discuss it more specifically.

Summary: Mr. Li suggests meeting each other half way so that business can be concluded, and he finally reaches an agreement on price with #Person1# after serval times half-price. #Person1# asks Mr. Li's permission of having a representative that could stay permanently in Washington D.C., and Mr. Li approves. They will meet again at 9 tomorrow morning to discuss it specifically.


#Person1#: Do you wash clothes here often?
#Person2#: I have been coming here for the past few years.
#Person1#: Why do you wash here?
#Person2#: It's actually a lot cheaper for me to wash my clothes here.
#Person1#: I've only washed my clothes here a couple times.
#Person2#: Why don't you wash clothes at home?
#Person1#: I would, if my washing machine wasn't broken.
#Person2#: Why don't you just get it fixed?
#Person1#: I can't afford it.
#Person2#: So you plan on washing your clothes here from now on?
#Person1#: That's my only option right now.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Besides, it's a lot cheaper to wash clothes this way.

Summary: #Person2# comes to this laundry because it's cheap. #Person1# comes here because #Person1#'s washing machine is broken.


#Person1#: Have you got some nice apples in stock today?
#Person2#: What about these? They are very fresh and exceptionally juicy.
#Person1#: Are they sweet?
#Person2#: Very sweet.
#Person1#: How much are they?
#Person2#: These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each.
#Person1#: All right, I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones.
#Person2#: OK. Anything else?
#Person1#: Do you have any tangerines? I'd like to have two kilograms.
#Person2#: Yes, we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailand. Here they are.
#Person1#: How much is it in all?
#Person2#: Thirty dollars.

Summary: #Person1# bought a dozen of apples and two kilograms of tangerines from #Person2#.


#Person1#: Your room is on the 6th floor so we'll take the lift up.
#Person2#: The lift is very quick and I feel hardly any movements.
#Person1#: These modem lifts are a great improvement compared to the old ones. By the way, have you got the key to the room?
#Person2#: Yes, I'll just unlock the door.
#Person1#: Well, what do you think of the room?
#Person2#: It's very pleasant indeed, and it's also cool. I love the color scheme.
#Person1#: White and blue are cool colors, and of course, the room is air-conditioned.
#Person2#: There is plenty of hanging space in these built-in wardrobes. In fact, there is more than I need.
#Person1#: Perhaps you'll need it after you have bought some new clothes here.

Summary: #Person2# thinks the lift is quick and the room is pleasant, but there's much hanging space. #Person1# says #Person2#'ll need it after buying clothes.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I wonder if you could tell me how to find a place to have my shoes mended. I'm new in town.
#Person2#: Ah, there is a good shop not far from here. Go straight ahead and walk about three blocks. I can't remember the name of the shop, but you'll find it. It's near the police station. By the way, you know about the Town Guide? It's a thin book and has all kinds of useful information. You'll find one in any bookstore.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot! You've been so helpful. Let's see. Did you say the repair shop was three blocks away from here?
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: Thanks again.

Summary: #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the repair shop where #Person1# can have the shoes mended.


#Person1#: Well, I'm not sure. It sounds as if the movie is rather violent for us.
#Person2#: Yes, but it's very famous. The director won some kind of award. Peter saw it a few months ago, and according to him, some of it was violent, but it was all done in a very 'matter-of-fact' way. Nothing to... eh... you know...
#Person1#: OK, then. I suppose it will make a change from comedies.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# although the film is rather violent, it is famous. #Person1# is convinced.


#Person1#: Good morning, Susan. Did you sleep well last night?
#Person2#: I fell asleep right away, didn't wake up once and didn't have any bad dreams.
#Person1#: Great! You look much more relaxed today.
#Person2#: Much better. But I'm still worried about something.
#Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: Well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning and I'm afraid I may get stuck in the rush hour traffic, and I will be pretty upset.
#Person1#: Don't worry! Just breathe deeply when that happens.
#Person2#: OK, I'll try that.
#Person1#: Is there anything else bothering you?
#Person2#: Just one more thing. A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend. But I'm supposed to work on a paper that's due on Monday.
#Person1#: Try not to take on more than you can handle.
#Person2#: You're right. I'll probably focus on my paper. Thanks.

Summary: Susan is afraid of getting stuck in the rush hour traffic and having no time to teach. #Person1# suggests her breathe deeply and take on things she can handle.


#Person1#: Can I take your order now, Madam?
#Person2#: Yes, what would you recommend?
#Person1#: I'm happy to recommend the fish, It testes delicious, and it is today's special. Our chef is from the coast, and love seafood. Today special is actually his favorite dish. so I'm sure it is a dish that you would love if you are a fan of seafood.
#Person2#: It does sound wonderful, maybe I'll try it.
#Person1#: Is there anything else? Maybe I can interest you in one of fine appetizers, such as the escargot.
#Person2#: Not today, thanks. But I'd like to know any of the vegetarian dishes.
#Person1#: Yes, here's the menu. What would you think of your order.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry. Maybe I don't want the fish, I think I had the greenbean dish instead.
#Person1#: What kind of soup would you like?
#Person2#: I'd like the egg drop soup.
#Person1#: Ok, is that all?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: what would you like anything to drink or you wait?
#Person2#: Just iced water, thanks.

Summary: #Person1# recommends the fish. #Person2# looks at the menu and orders the green bean dish, egg drop soup, and iced water instead.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, how may I help you?
#Person2#: Hi, I'd like to order some flowers.
#Person1#: Who are they for?
#Person2#: They're for my Wife. Her name is Samantha.
#Person1#: What kind of flowers would you like?
#Person2#: I don't know. I don't know too much about flowers. Can you recommend something?
#Person1#: OK. What's the reason you are sending her flowers?
#Person2#: Today's her birthday and she told me she wants me to buy her flowers.
#Person1#: Do you know what kind of flowers she likes?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I know I should know that, but I can't remember right now.
#Person1#: Well, they're for your wife, so I think you should give her roses.
#Person2#: Roses will be fine.
#Person1#: What color?
#Person2#: I think red would be nice.
#Person1#: Do you want to pick them up or should we deliver them?
#Person2#: Can you deliver them, please?
#Person1#: What's the address?
#Person2#: 241 Main street.

Summary: #Person1# suggests buying roses for Samantha who is on her birthday. #Person2# takes the advice and chooses the red ones, and asks for the delivery service.


#Person1#: Come on, you are left behind!
#Person2#: Wow, I can't catch my breath. You are running too fast, honey.
#Person1#: You just need more exercise.
#Person2#: Yes, but you need to slow down. This is jogging, not racing!
#Person1#: I don't care. I want to burn up my fat.
#Person2#: But running so fast is not good for people over forties.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: We are not as athletic as we were when young. Mild exercise is more suitable for us.
#Person1#: But I want to burn up more calories!
#Person2#: In fact, in order to burn up your fat, you must take it slowly for a longer time.
#Person1#: Really? I will slow down then.

Summary: #Person1# runs fast to burn up more calories. #Person2# tells #Person1# to burn up #Person1#'s fat, #Person1# must run slowly for a longer time.


#Person1#: Good morning, young lady. You can call me Ma. Do you see anything you like?
#Person2#: Yes. Many things! I especially love this beautiful quilt.
#Person1#: That quilt was passed down to me from my ma in Holland.
#Person2#: It sounds like a special quilt. Why do you want to sell it?
#Person1#: Well, this home is too big for me now, so I'm moving to an apartment that is much smaller. Therefore, I need to part with a few things.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Umm, how much do you want for the quilt?
#Person1#: Is fifteen dollars OK?

Summary: Ma tells #Person2# Ma wants to sell the quilt because Ma is moving to a smaller apartment.


#Person1#: Did you need help with something?
#Person2#: I need to cancel an account.
#Person1#: Do you have a problem with your account?
#Person2#: I don't need two different accounts anymore.
#Person1#: What are you going to do about the money in your account?
#Person2#: Can I transfer it to my remaining account?
#Person1#: I'll do that for you.
#Person2#: That's lovely.
#Person1#: Would you like to withdraw any money?
#Person2#: No. That's fine.
#Person1#: It'll just take me a moment to cancel your account.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# cancel an account and transfer the money inside the remaining account.


#Person1#: Hi, Bill. It's Marsha Black at MPPD Ltd. How are you?
#Person2#: Hello, Marsha. I'm great and you?
#Person1#: Not too bad at all. Do you have a minute?
#Person2#: Sure, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: We're ready to place our Christmas order and we need a formal bid.
#Person2#: So this is a real thing?
#Person1#: Right, this is not a drill. This is for all the marbles.
#Person2#: When do you need it?
#Person1#: ASAP, in writing of course.
#Person2#: Sure, who am I bidding against?
#Person1#: The usual guys, so you better use a sharp pencil.
#Person2#: Okay, give me a week and I'll have time to get my pencil real sharp. I should have some new figures from Malaysia by then.

Summary: Marsha calls Bill to ask him to prepare a formal bid ASAP to place their Christmas order. Bill asks for a week to get his pencil sharp.


#Person1#: I really don't understand my parents. They always make light of my worries.
#Person2#: They think you are just a child.
#Person1#: But the child has his own feeling.
#Person2#: Maybe you are right. Well, you can talk with them.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s problem with #Person1#'s parents.


#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I would like to go to New York for my Christmas vacation.
#Person1#: How long do you have?
#Person2#: 1 week. Would you recommend me scenic spots to see there?
#Person1#: New York is full of place of interest, such as Times Square, Broadway, Wall street and Ground Zero and Statue of Liberty.
#Person2#: That's fantastic.

Summary: #Person1# recommends scenic spots in New York for #Person2#.


#Person1#: You spoken English is pretty good. Please tell me your experience in learning English.
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know what to say. What do you want to know?
#Person1#: What's your method of learning?
#Person2#: Let me think a minute. I think I always try to take every chance to practice.
#Person1#: What if there is no chance? I mean what if you don't have a partner, what will you do?
#Person2#: Well, I talk to myself. That is, I play one role first, than the other.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. You are really creative.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experience in practicing spoken English by playing two roles.


#Person1#: Dora, are you interested in going to the museum with me tomorrow? I read the newspaper this morning. I know there is an art exhibition in Taipei Modern Art Museum.
#Person2#: Sure. I am free tomorrow. It sounds interesting to me. Can we buy the ticket online?
#Person1#: I don't think so. I think we had better go there earlier, or we may have to spend a lot of time waiting.
#Person2#: I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum.
#Person1#: Look at the ticket booth in the center. There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be.
#Person2#: Yeah. We are lucky. Let's go buy the tickets first. We can have breakfast later. I am so hungry.
#Person1#: Good idea.
#Person2#: ( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to?
#Person1#: I have no idea. Let me take a closer look at my museum map
#Person2#: Sure, take your time. We have a whole day.
#Person1#: It's on the 2nd floor. We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece.
#Person2#: Look at the museum guide. It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area. Let's rent an audio guide.

Summary: #Person1# invites Dora to go to the museum. Dora agrees, and #Person1# thinks they had better go there earlier to buy the ticket. They decide to buy the ticket first before having breakfast. Then they look at the museum map and visit the museum.


#Person1#: Hello, Kate! How are you doing?
#Person2#: Fine, thanks. How are you?
#Person1#: Fine. How are your term papers?
#Person2#: Oh my lord. I haven't really started them.
#Person1#: How could it be? They are due two weeks later.
#Person2#: I know but I was busy with my part-time job the last few days.
#Person1#: Kate, you know, I am thinking of getting a part-time job next year because I really need more money and I don't want to ask my parents for any more. But I'm so busy! How am I going to work and study? How do you do it? Do you have some good tips on budgeting time?
#Person2#: To be honest with you, Jason, I don't think I'm doing a very good job of balancing my schoolwork with my job. I'm always two steps behind. I've got to get back to the dorm and continue writing that paper. Say! Why don't you talk to your advisor? And let me know!
#Person1#: My advisor?

Summary: Kate tells Jason she hasn't started her term papers because she was busy with her part-time job. Jason wants to know how to balance work and study. Kate advises him to talk to his advisor.


#Person1#: What's the matter with you, then? You look miserable.
#Person2#: It's us.
#Person1#: What do you mean by 'us'?
#Person2#: Well, we used to talk to each other before we were married. Remember?
#Person1#: What do you mean? We 're talking now, aren't we?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, but we used to do so much together.
#Person1#: Yes. I remember. But we never used to argue. You used to think I was wonderful. Where are you going?
#Person2#: Back to live with my parents. That's something else I used to do before we were married. Remember?

Summary: #Person2# and #Person1# have marital problems and #Person2# decides to live with parents.


#Person1#: Hello, this is Andrea.
#Person2#: Hello, Andrea, this is Alex. I have some very good news for you. Miranda was very satisfied with you and said she's very much looking forward to working with you. Isn't that wonderful? Congratulations dear! How does it feel to be Miranda's new assistant? I imagine that you'll just be delighted with this news. So let's see, you can start on Monday, right?
#Person1#: Umm, well, I don't think I can start Monday. I am visiting my father in Baltimore. And because I don't live in New York, I'll need a couple of days to find a flat and buy some furniture and move my things from Avon.
#Person2#: Oh, well then, in that case I suppose Wednesday would be good. Ok, see you then!

Summary: Alex calls Andrea to congratulate her on that she will become Miranda's new assistant. Andrea will come to work on Wednesday.


#Person1#: Is this the class to prepare for interviews?
#Person2#: This is the right place. Please join us.
#Person1#: I have an interview tomorrow, so I hope I can learn everything quickly.
#Person2#: We are all going to have great interviews. What are some things that we need to remember in an interview?
#Person1#: I think that we should make sure that our looks are the best they can be.
#Person2#: Right, and what about our friendliness and attitude?
#Person1#: Yes, and being friendly and having a good attitude also help me relax.
#Person2#: Did you know that they pay as much attention to what you ask as to what you say in an interview?
#Person1#: No, I didn't. What else should I keep in mind?
#Person2#: Just relax, listen carefully to the questions, and be honest in your responses.

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# to join them to prepare for interviews, and they begin to talk about what they need to remember in an interview.


#Person1#: How do you like waltz?
#Person2#: It's very nice, I like it very much.
#Person1#: May I invite you for the first dance?
#Person2#: My pleasure. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer.
#Person1#: In fact, I took up dancing quite recently, too.
#Person2#: Oh, really? But you're doing the tango wonderfully well.
#Person1#: I'm glad you say so, you dance beautifully too. It's lucky that I got a partner.
#Person2#: Thank you for your compliments. It's just that you are a good leader. Do you like the samba and waltz?
#Person1#: Yes. And what dances do you like best?
#Person2#: Waltz is my favorite. I like it better than any other dances.
#Person1#: Oh, the music has stopped. Thank you for the dance.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Let's go and have a drink.
#Person1#: Fine.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# for the first dance. They compliment each other's dancing and talk about their favorite dances.


#Person1#: Hello, Lucy. This is Mac. How are you?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. A bit too busy, though, you know, I'm trying to put everything in order in mynew apartment.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. Well, I was wondering if you'd like to go to a concert tomorrow evening. I think it'll begood. And if I remember correctly, you did say you like pop music.
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. I do. It's nice of you to ask me, Mac. But I don't think I can. Margaret has already asked me to see a friend and then we'll go tothe cinema together. In fact, she's getting the tickets this evening.
#Person1#: Oh, well. Never mind. What about next weekend? This concert is still on then, I think, if you're free next Saturday.
#Person2#: Oh, I'd like to very much, but what time exactly?
#Person1#: Well, it starts at 7:00 P.m., I think.
#Person2#: Oh, good, that'll be fine. The basketball match will be over by 5:30, I'm sure.
#Person1#: Good, I'll call you again when I get the tickets.
#Person2#: Sure. Bye for now.

Summary: Mac calls Lucy to ask her out for the concert tomorrow but Lucy has an appointment already. So Mac changes the time till next week and Lucy gladly agrees.


#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hi, Randy. What are you going to do this weekend?
#Person1#: I'Ve no idea. Nothing really.
#Person2#: How about going hunting with me?
#Person1#: Wonderful.
#Person2#: Okay. I'll pick you up around 6
#Person1#: I'll be ready.

Summary: #Person2# invites Randy to go hunting and Randy agrees.


#Person1#: Hello, Steven. Annie said that you and Julia have had a quarrel, haven't you?
#Person2#: That's true. We had an argument yesterday. She blamed me for not preparing the supper that day, but it was her turn to cook the dinner.
#Person1#: That's the reason why you fought?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: You two are always quarrelling over little things.
#Person2#: That wasn't my fault, but she said'you're a disgrace'to me. I'm about to explode!
#Person1#: Are you still mad at her now?
#Person2#: To be honest, I'm not, and I regret a little what I have done.
#Person1#: Will you apologize to her?
#Person2#: No way. It's her who should apologize.

Summary: Steven tells #Person1# he argued with Julia yesterday. Steven regrets a little now but he won't apologize.


#Person1#: Helen, did you hear I ' m having a party? Next Saturday in my place.
#Person2#: I may have something on that day, but thanks for inviting me.
#Person1#: Well, drop by if you can.
#Person2#: I will, do you want me to bring anything?
#Person1#: No, just bring yourself. I hope to see you there.

Summary: #Person1# invites Helen to #Person1#'s party next Saturday. Helen tells #Person1# she may have something on that day but she'll drop by if she can.


#Person1#: Did you enjoy your meal?
#Person2#: Yes, we really enjoyed it.
#Person1#: May I interest you in some dessert?
#Person2#: Yes, that sounds great.
#Person1#: Well, we have chocolate mousse cake, homemade fresh strawberry shortcake, and a spicy rum apple crisp for our specials.
#Person2#: The apple crisp sounds great.
#Person1#: Since there are four of you, would you like to split a second dessert?
#Person2#: Good suggestion. Could you please bring us a chocolate mousse cake and four dessert forks, please?
#Person1#: Would you like coffee or tea with your dessert?
#Person2#: Let's have four coffees, please.
#Person1#: OK. I will be right back with your desserts and drinks.
#Person2#: Thank you! We have really enjoyed our meal here.

Summary: #Person1# recommends dessert and #Person2# orders apple crisps, a chocolate mousse cake and four coffees.


#Person1#: Here's some flowers, love. Happy Valentine's Day.
#Person2#: Those are beautiful. They smell lovely. Thank you.
#Person1#: This is let you know that I still you after all this years. I knew there are some up and down when I married you, but through at all, you've always been may my Valentine.
#Person2#: Oh, sweet. You've always been my love too.
#Person1#: I don't think I say this enough, but I want to thank you for your kind listen patience, you have always been there for me.
#Person2#: I'll do everything for you, love. You know that, maybe you didn't realize, but you made everyday a enjoys moment and happy occasion.
#Person1#: I am so glad we met one another.

Summary: #Person1# gives #Person2# some flowers on Valentine's Day. They express their love for each other after all these years.


#Person1#: Hey Nick, what are you up to?
#Person2#: Not much, just heading over to the shooting range. You wanna come?
#Person1#: Seriously? You mean to fire a real weapon? I don ' t know man.
#Person2#: Yeah, it will be fun! I have a 9mm pistol that is really easy to shoot. I also have a revolver that ' s really fun too! They have big targets at the range that we could use to practice and improve your aim.
#Person1#: Yeah that would be cool! Maybe I can also have a try at other weapons like a machine gun or a shotgun! Maybe even a rocket launcher or an anti tank missile! Or what about a flame thrower!
#Person2#: Whoa, take it easy there Rambo. Don ' t get carried away. These weapons are not toys, and you must first learn how to handle them properly. There are basic rules that you must abide by in order to be safe. For example, never handle a weapon that you haven ' t inspected yourself. Always make sure there isn ' t anything in the chamber, and never put your finger on the trigger unless you are ready to shoot!
#Person1#: Wow, I didn ' t know! It always looks so cool and easy in the movies!
#Person2#: The reality is different you know, running and firing a weapon is a lot harder than in the movies! So are you ready?
#Person1#: Let ' s do it!

Summary: Nick introduces the guns he has in the shooting range to Rambo. Rambo thinks it is cool and wants to try other weapons. Nick tells him the rules and to be serious with the weapons.


#Person1#: what do you think about this store? I heard it's a posh store that's only got branches in big cities.
#Person2#: I love this store. The only problem is that it's extremely expensive.
#Person1#: don't worry. I'Ve decided that for your birthday I'm going to take you shopping for a new dress.
#Person2#: really? I thought you hated shopping?
#Person1#: I do, that's why you should appreciate this gift!
#Person2#: sure. That's really nice of you. Let's go in and try some things on.
#Person1#: how about this red dress? I think it would really suit you.
#Person2#: that's gorgeous! Do they have it in a size 8?
#Person1#: here you go. On any other day, it would cost me a fortune, but it's on special offer today.
#Person2#: I think this color isn't quite right for me. Do they have the same dress in white?
#Person1#: let me look. Let's see. . . they'Ve got one in blue, green, pink, black. . . and white. Here you are.
#Person2#: this is perfect! What do you think?
#Person1#: I think you look fantastic. Happy Birthday!
#Person2#: I'm so lucky. You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon! Thanks honey!

Summary: #Person1# takes #Person2# to an expensive posh store to buy her a new dress as a birthday gift. #Person2# finally chooses a white dress in size 8. #Person2# feels happy and grateful.


#Person1#: What ' s the problem? Things are getting out of hand. You keep sticking your nose where it doesn ' t belong.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Now, I am responsible for training new staff, but you keep overriding my authority by trying to pose your methods. I know you are a hotshot college graduate with something to prove. But I don ' t like your way.

Summary: #Person1# feels dissatisfied with #Person2# because #Person2# keeps overriding #Person1#'s authority.


#Person1#: Now darling, I know that we've bought this house together, but it's just going to be far too expensive to decorate it. I think we should sell it.
#Person2#: Oh, no, Nathan, I... I really think we've bought this flat at the right time, you know.Market prices are going to go up, and I think you'll find in a year or two it will be worth a lot more.
#Person1#: But we're going to spend so much money in furnishing and decorating. I think we could get a much cheaper place that's already furnished.
#Person2#: But don't you like this place? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely.
#Person1#: Well, only you liked it really, darling.
#Person2#: Oh, why didn't you say so then? But I still think we've made a good buy.

Summary: Nathan wants to sell the house because furnishing and decorating will cost much. But #Person2# thinks the house will be worth more in the future.


#Person1#: How did I do?
#Person2#: Do you really want to know?
#Person1#: Yes, I do.
#Person2#: You did pretty bad.
#Person1#: Exactly how bad?
#Person2#: You didn't pass the test.
#Person1#: I don't understand how I could've failed it.
#Person2#: There are a few reasons why you failed.
#Person1#: What are the reasons?
#Person2#: The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver.
#Person1#: Can I take the test again?
#Person2#: You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s performance was so bad that #Person1# failed the driving test.


#Person1#: hello! How are you today?
#Person2#: hi. I'm feeling very nervous. I just had a test and I'm not sure how well or how badly I did.
#Person1#: it's not use worrying about it now. you'Ve done test and you can't change any of your answers.
#Person2#: that's true. I really should go home and prepare for the next test, but I'm feeling tired.
#Person1#: let's go and get a coffee together. That will help you to wake up again!
#Person2#: ok. I feel like sitting down and having a chat. How have you been recently?
#Person1#: oh, you know me. I'm always happy! If I think I'm getting into a bad mood, I call some friends and socialize or have a chat.
#Person2#: that's a good idea. I usually just sit at home alone and get increasingly moody.
#Person1#: I hate spending too much time at home. I get bored of it really quickly. I'm always excited about going out to party or other social event and meeting people.
#Person2#: perhaps I'm being too shy. I should go out more too and not spend time worrying about tests!

Summary: #Person2# is nervous about the test #Person1# had, so #Person1# suggests getting a coffee together. #Person2# thinks #Person2# should go out more like #Person1# to make #Person2# happy.


#Person1#: You say your products are aimed at the green consumer. In what ways are they environmentally-friendly?
#Person2#: We produce household cleaning products - detergents and so on. They are all phosphate-free, which minimises damage to the environment.
#Person1#: What about the packaging?
#Person2#: We try to use as little packaging as possible. Also, all our bottles are made of recyclable plastic and we use recycled fibre in our boxes. That's what our customers want.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# they produce phosphate-free household cleaning product and use minimal packaging.


#Person1#: It looks delicious. I will order it.
#Person2#: I am sorry, sir, it's for 4 persons to have. I think it's too large for you.
#Person1#: Would you please make it for a single person?
#Person2#: Sorry, sir. We have never done that before.

Summary: #Person2# can't make a 4-person meal for a single person.


#Person1#: Hello, Nancy, nice to see you.
#Person2#: Nice to see you, too. I heard you are a staff of Nokia company.
#Person1#: Yes, I ' m satisfied with this job.
#Person2#: Congratulations. What did you do during the interview?
#Person1#: Pay more attention to the external expressions, because they are important for the first impression. Good manner and style of conversation can let other feel your good self-cultivation. Good gestures and mien can let other feel very comfortable.
#Person2#: How can I have the good external expressions?
#Person1#: Don ' t worry about that. You just pay more attention to the details of people ' s action in life, and you will know how to transfer information by their body language.

Summary: Nancy tells #Person1# to pay more attention to the details of people's actions in life in order to have good external expressions during the interview.


#Person1#: Hello, Dana Okro.
#Person2#: Hello, Dana, this is Kevin Abrahams from Eureka Corp. I don't know if you'll remember me but we met last week at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. Hi, how are you?
#Person2#: Great. Do you have a few minutes right now for me to tell you a little bit more about the data management tools our company has to offer? It won't take long.
#Person1#: Actually, I'm really swamped right now and I'll be going into a meeting in a few minutes. Is there any literature you can send me?
#Person2#: Oh, sure, I understand. I'd be happy to send you a promotional packet about the programs that I think might best suit a company of your size. Would it be okay if I called again to see if you have any questions?
#Person1#: Let's do this. Since I'm not sure when I'll get a chance to read the material, why don't I give you a call if I have any questions. Now, I'm really sorry, but I have to get going to this meeting.
#Person2#: No problem at all. I won't keep you any longer. I'll put a package to you in the mail and we'll go from there.
#Person1#: Sounds good.
#Person2#: Thanks for your time.
#Person1#: No problem. Bye, bye.

Summary: Kevin calls Dana to tell her his company's data management tools, but Dana's too swamped to listen to him. Kevin will send Dana a program packet, and Dana will call him if she has questions.


#Person1#: I think the new film that Fitzgerald directed is quite good. The only problem is that it's aimed at teenagers only. It holds no interest for any other age group.
#Person2#: I like the great musical performances in Fitzgerald's film. He's also a gifted violinist and guitarist, isn't he?
#Person1#: Well, I never see him play the violin or the guitar. As far as I know, the piano is the only instrument he likes.
#Person2#: I've heard that quite a few important people dislike him. Do you know anything about this?
#Person1#: Well, Fitzgerald expressed his opinions directly. And that sometimes makes those important people annoyed. You see, he has his own ideas about life. And he doesn't simply take on other peoples because they're famous. Indeed, it is this very aspect of his personality that I find most attractive. I think the only person he admires and respects is Freddie Taylor.
#Person2#: But they have different personalities. Freddy has a warm heart and he is easy to get along with.

Summary: Both #Person1# and #Person2# like the new film Fitzgerald directed. The very aspect of his personality that #Person1# finds most attractive is that he expressed his opinions directly and has his own ideas about life.


#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Anderson. My name is Jenny Green, and I'm a secretary at Feiyu Food Company.
#Person2#: I don't think we have an appointment.
#Person1#: No, we don't. I'm very sorry to just show up like this.
#Person2#: Since you are already here, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: Well, I know that your supermarket was founded three years ago and business has been good for the past two years.
#Person2#: I'm quite busy, Miss Green. If you don't mind, please get straight to the point.
#Person1#: OK. You may have heard of products made by our company. We also have TV advertisements. We would like to work with you. If we cooperate, it'll certainly help your business.
#Person2#: I'm quite satisfied with the food company that serves us now. Its products are popular with customers.
#Person1#: Here. At least take a look at some of our products.
#Person2#: All right... These are pretty good indeed, but...
#Person1#: The price is very reasonable. And you don't even need to worry about a contract. if you are not satisfied, we will adjust the price.
#Person2#: Well, I know, but now I have an important meeting. Leave your card. I'll call you when necessary.

Summary: Jenny Green promotes her company's products to Mr. Anderson but Anderson's quite satisfied with the current food company. Jenny asks him to look at her products and he thinks they are good. Anderson will call her when necessary.


#Person1#: Did you hear that they are going to start an exercise class after work?
#Person2#: Oh really? When is it going to start?
#Person1#: Next month. I think. Are you going to sign up?
#Person2#: Well, I'd like to, but I'm going to have to look at my schedule.

Summary: #Person1# says an exercise class will start next month. #Person2#'s interested and will check #Person2#'s schedule.


#Person1#: Hello, Jack! Do you think you can give me a lift to the station? I must go there to pick my sister.
#Person2#: I'm terribly sorry, but I can't. I have to be at work by 8:30. I can call you a taxi, though.

Summary: Jack can't give #Person1# a lift to the station. He can call #Person1# a taxi.


#Person1#: Hi Rose, what are you busy with right now?
#Person2#: Hi Jack, I'm working on these documents. The manager wants them for half an hour.
#Person1#: Well, Rose, may I say something with you right now?
#Person2#: Is there something you need?
#Person1#: Are your free this weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, I have nothing to do.
#Person1#: Great, Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend?
#Person2#: I beg your pardon?
#Person1#: I'd like to call on you this weekend. I just want to a drop in for a chat.
#Person2#: Really? well, ok, you're welcome.
#Person1#: Is 5 PM. a good time for you?
#Person2#: Hmm, how about seven? I can treat you to dinner.
#Person1#: Sure, that would be great. I'll bring the wine.
#Person2#: OK. Then I'll be expecting you.
#Person1#: I'll be there on time.

Summary: Jack plans to pay a visit to Rose's home and have a chat with her this weekend. Rose agrees and invites him to dinner.


#Person1#: Hey, Mark, long time no see.
#Person2#: Julie! It's good to see you again. How have you been?
#Person1#: Great. I just got back from a week's vacation in Thailand.
#Person2#: Really? How was it?
#Person1#: Fantastic! I didn't want to come back.
#Person2#: I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful.
#Person1#: They are. And not only that the people are friendly, but also the food is delicious, not to mention cheap.
#Person2#: I do like Thai food. Did you see much of Bangkok?
#Person1#: Not much. I've go enough city life in Beijing.
#Person2#: I know what you mean. I could use a vacation myself.
#Person1#: Hey, wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime?
#Person2#: Yeah, it sure would.

Summary: Julie tells Mark about her vacation in Thailand. Mark's interested. Julie suggests going to Thailand together sometime.


#Person1#: Can you believe that we've finally found a house?
#Person2#: Good for you. Tell me about the house!
#Person1#: It doesn't look good outside. but it is lovely inside.
#Person2#: How nice! How many bedrooms does it have?
#Person1#: Well, it has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one big sitting room and a modern kitchen.
#Person2#: Then your two boys don't need to share a room. They are happy with it?
#Person1#: Yeah, they can have their own rooms. What interests me most is the small garden before the house. You know I love gardening so much.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# finds a house, and it's lovely inside. There's a small garden before the house.


#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 teaches #Person2#, his grandpa, to use an ATM card and advises him to memorize his PIN instead of writing it down. #Person2# thinks the machines aren't very difficult to use.


#Person1#: I wonder if I can ask you a question.
#Person2#: Ask me a question? What do you want to know?
#Person1#: Well. . . er. . . it is just. . . just that I. . .
#Person2#: Just what? Stop beating around the bush. Tell me what you want to know.
#Person1#: I. . . er. . . I just want to know if you could lend me a few bucks.
#Person2#: Lend you a few bucks? No way! Still remember the money you borrowed me last time?
#Person1#: Yeah. But I. . .

Summary: #Person1# wants to borrow a few bucks from #Person2# but #Person2# refuses because of the money #Person1# borrowed last time.


#Person1#: Let's go to Wangfujing by bus.
#Person2#: Better take the subway. It's faster, and more convenient.
#Person1#: OK, it will be a new experience for me.
#Person2#: We have a rather comprehensive subway system here. You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway, especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy.
#Person1#: Where do we pay the fare?
#Person2#: Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token. Then, you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in.
#Person1#: Let me pay for it. Where can I get a subway map?
#Person2#: Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one. It's free fo charge. Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations.
#Person1#: Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains?
#Person2#: No, you don't have to. Here comes the train.

Summary: #Person2# suggests taking the subway to Wangfujing because it's faster and more convenient, then #Person2# tells #Person1# how to pay the fare and where to get a subway map


#Person1#: Good morning. Your ticket and passport, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Do you have any baggage to check in?
#Person2#: Yes, one box.
#Person1#: Would you please put it on the scale?
#Person2#: OK. By the way, can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed?
#Person1#: The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket. What class are you travelling?
#Person2#: First-class.
#Person1#: For a first-class passenger, the free baggage allowance is forty kilos.
#Person2#: How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane?
#Person1#: Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane.
#Person2#: If my baggage exceeds the allowance, what should I do?
#Person1#: If the checked baggage is over the allowance, we will charge you for the overweight.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you very much for your information.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Your boarding pass and baggage check, please.
#Person2#: Goodbye!

Summary: #Person2# is checking in and #Person1# tells #Person2# about the baggage and carry-on allowance of a first-class passenger and says passengers will be charged for any overweights.


#Person1#: not a single email until now? it's already twelve o'clock. I can't believe it!
#Person2#: can't bear it, right? I've been there before. I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages, like there is something missing.
#Person1#: yeah, that's right. If no one sends me test messages, I'll go crazy.
#Person2#: actually, this is a kind of addiction called ' infomania ' or ' information overload '.
#Person1#: addiction? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction? no way!
#Person2#: yes, it is. Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day?
#Person1#: absolutely.
#Person2#: do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time?
#Person1#: yeah, it's a must. Otherwise, I may miss important phone calls and text messages.
#Person2#: do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer?
#Person1#: yes. MSN, QQ, Skype, Google Talk, Ali wangwang, everything, so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives.
#Person2#: now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1# may get an addiction called 'information overload' because #Person1# frequently checks messages and emails and has #Person1#'s phone all the time.


#Person1#: You should save some money on parking here.
#Person2#: Yeah, I don't have to pay for a space on the street.
#Person1#: Really? How long did it take you to find a spot yesterday?
#Person2#: Well, last night it took me half an hour to find a spot when I came home from work.
#Person1#: You get home late, don't you?
#Person2#: Yeah, around seven. Most of the street parking is gone by then.
#Person1#: Ah, well. You can't have everything.
#Person2#: Yeah. I can live with it. It's great to be living alone.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# saves money by parking on the street though it's hard to find a spot.


#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: Jenny comes to see Bob. She's fine but Bob has the flu. They decide to have a drink tonight.


#Person1#: You don't look so good.
#Person2#: I feel horrible. I think I picked up a bug.
#Person1#: Do you know who you got it from?
#Person2#: A lot of people in my dorm are sick. Perhaps I picked it up there.
#Person1#: Did you take any cold medication?
#Person2#: I'Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest.
#Person1#: I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold.
#Person2#: My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold.
#Person1#: A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don't work.
#Person2#: Yes, if I get worse, I will definitely look for extra help with this.

Summary: #Person2# thinks #Person2# might catch a cold from #Person2#'s sick roommates. #Person1# suggests rest and liquids, and a pharmacist if home remedies don't work.


#Person1#: I hope you can help. I've got a bit of a problem with your ATM.
#Person2#: Of course, that's my job. Oh, dear. What's happened?
#Person1#: Well, it's eaten my card! It won't give it back!
#Person2#: I see... calm down, don't worry. May I ask what were you doing when it took your card?
#Person1#: Yes. I was only entering my PIN. I'm terrible at remembering it, I'm so forgetful, you see.
#Person2#: Mmmm... and exactly how many times did you enter it, please?
#Person1#: Maybe three times. As I said, I always forget it.
#Person2#: Ah! Don't worry ; it's just a security measure. If someone uses a card and cannot get the right PIN after three attempts, the bank keeps the card in case it's stolen. Just contact the bank and we'll get it back to you.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. So if I call my branch they can sort everything out for me?
#Person2#: Yes, they'll be happy to help. Believe me, it happens to many people.
#Person1#: I'd better try harder to memorise my PIN in future. Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s card was eaten because #Person1# didn't get the right PIN after three attempts. #Person2# advises #Person1# to contact the bank so they'll give it back to #Person1#.


#Person1#: Excuse me. What's the postage on this letter to New York, please?
#Person2#: How would you like to send it?
#Person1#: By registered airmail.
#Person2#: Eighty cents, please. And please write down the postal code in the mailing address. Anything else?
#Person1#: Yes. I'd like 6 postcards and 10 fifty-cent stamps, please.
#Person2#: All right. Here you are.
#Person1#: And this package is for London. Will you weigh it for me?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. This package is 10 grams overweight. You'll have to pay 50 cents extra for the overweight.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the postage and the weight of the letter and asks #Person1# to write down the postal code.


#Person1#: Hi, Mark! Long time no see!
#Person2#: Hi, Alex!
#Person1#: Where have you been?
#Person2#: I just got back from London.
#Person1#: How was your flight?
#Person2#: It was OK. There was a lot of turbulence, though.
#Person1#: That's too bad. How long was the flight?
#Person2#: It was 10 hours.
#Person1#: Did you have a layover?
#Person2#: Yes, in Paris, France.
#Person1#: Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores?
#Person2#: Yes. I bought two boxed of chocolate, one for me and one for you!
#Person1#: Oh, you didn't have to. . .
#Person2#: It was nothing.

Summary: Mark just flew back from London and he bought Alex a box of chocolate from the duty-free store.


#Person1#: Is this the Law Firm of A & B?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. how can I help you?
#Person1#: I need to speak to an attorney regarding filing corporate govemance.
#Person2#: You would need to speak to Ms. Stevens.
#Person1#: Is she available?
#Person2#: One moment, please, and I will connect your call.

Summary: #Person1# phones to speak to an attorney regarding filing corporate govemance. #Person2#'ll connect #Person1#'s call to Ms. Stevens.


#Person1#: You did an excellent job in this project.
#Person2#: Thank you. It was a lot of hard work. But I'm glad I did it.
#Person1#: Congratulations.
#Person2#: When will you give me a raise?
#Person1#: Ha. . . I am not sure.
#Person2#: I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly.
#Person1#: Let me think. How much did you have in mind?
#Person2#: 5 000 yuan per month.
#Person1#: That's a lot of money. Let me think about it carefully.

Summary: #Person1# praises #Person2#'s excellent performance. #Person2# asks for a raise. #Person1# will think about it carefully.


#Person1#: Jim, I heard you took a trip to San Diego is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, my daughter Emily was admitted by San Diego University. So I drove her there.
#Person1#: Did you spend some time visiting the city on the trip?
#Person2#: Yes, but I was only there for 2 days. So I didn't do too many things.
#Person1#: What did you do there?
#Person2#: We looked around San Diego University. We went to the beach. We walked around the city. We also dropped in on a brave boy suffering from cancer. My daughter and I read about him in a newspaper, if you want to know more about the boy. You can read some news about him on the Internet.
#Person1#: Well, did you take any pictures?
#Person2#: Yes, I have them with me. Do you want to look at them?
#Person1#: Sure, I love looking at photos.
#Person2#: This one is of my daughter and me on the beach, and this was taken in a museum before I left.
#Person1#: Did you go to the famous zoo there?
#Person2#: No, I hope to have a chance next time.

Summary: Jim drove his daughter to San Diego who got admitted by San Diego University. Jim tells #Person1# about their travelling experience and shows #Person1# the pictures taken there.


#Person1#: Darling, I have news for you. Bobby and his wife, Evelyn, are going to have a baby soon.
#Person2#: Really? I thought his wife couldn't have a baby.
#Person1#: Actually they're expecting the baby to come on my birthday.
#Person2#: Oh, what a coincidence! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it. He likes children and always wants a child of his own.
#Person1#: In fact, they're both very excited about the coming baby. Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like, since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese.
#Person2#: Oh, right. Now I know why they would want to see our boy. It's hard to imagine the wonder! Are they expecting a boy or a girl?
#Person1#: It's still a mystery. Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant. But she begins to take her maternity leave now.
#Person2#: Oh! You mean she doesn't have to work now? It's hard for young parents not to overreact, isn't it?

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are both happy as Bobby and Evelyn will have a baby. Evelyn is three-month pregnant but begins to take her maternity leave. #Person2# thinks she overreacts.


#Person1#: Tell me a little bit about yourself, please.
#Person2#: My name is Dunlin and I live in Beijing. I was born in 1980. I will graduate from Peking University this July. I have majored in accounting.
#Person1#: Would you tell me something about your family?
#Person2#: There are three in my family, my parents and myself. My father is a teacher and my mother is a worker.

Summary: Dunlin introduces Dunlin's academic and family background to #Person1#.


#Person1#: what are your strong points?
#Person2#: well, I'm very good with people. I'm honorable. I work hard. I work well under pressure. And I'm patient.
#Person1#: what kind of people do you like to work with?
#Person2#: I like a person who works hard. I don't like lazy people.
#Person1#: what's your greatest strength?
#Person2#: well, this is a challenging question. I suppose I would say that I'm a quick learner.
#Person1#: so, you're smart.
#Person2#: I think so. I think that I am good at what I do.
#Person1#: what do you consider your weakness?
#Person2#: I'm not good at speaking in public. I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public.
#Person1#: that's not a problem. It's unnecessary for this position.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s strong points, greatest strengths, and weaknesses.


#Person1#: I am very nervous about signing my escrow papers.
#Person2#: Escrow involves a lot of paperwork, but I will explain all of the steps to you as we go along.
#Person1#: What should I have brought with me?
#Person2#: The only thing I will need to see is your driver's license, as I will be notarizing these papers.
#Person1#: I feel a little overwhelmed by so many papers.
#Person2#: Don't worry about how many papers there are. We are going to look at them one at a time.
#Person1#: My boyfriend is an attorney and told me that I could fax him anything if I had a question.
#Person2#: Please get any outside help that you need in understanding your escrow documents.
#Person1#: Is this the last thing that I will need to do before the house becomes mine?
#Person2#: At the close of escrow, the house will be yours!

Summary: #Person1# is nervous about escrow signing, and #Person2# explains all the steps to #Person1#. #Person1# feels overwhelmed by the papers but #Person2# comforts and encourages #Person1# to get outside help.


#Person1#: Hello, Barneys Garage.
#Person2#: Hello. Mr. Higgins, please.
#Person1#: He just stepped out. Can I take a message?
#Person2#: Oh yes, this is Penny's Pet Boutique. Please remind him that his appointment for his dog's shampoo and cut is on Saturday morning at 11 am.
#Person1#: I'll make sure he receives the message.
#Person2#: That's fine.
#Person1#: Thanks for calling.

Summary: #Person1# leaves the message of Higgins' reservation at Penny's Pet Boutique to Barneys Garage.


#Person1#: Nice to see you. I've come for a job interview.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. How did you find out about the job?
#Person1#: I read your advertisement in the newspaper yesterday. So here I am.
#Person2#: Good. Do you know about computers?
#Person1#: Yes, I studied computer science in the university and later I worked in a computer company for a few years.
#Person2#: Then what makes you think to come to this place?
#Person1#: Well, I hope to find a better place for further development.
#Person2#: Good. Please fill in this form. We'll inform you very soon.
#Person1#: Thanks for your consideration.
#Person2#: That's OK.

Summary: #Person2# interviews #Person1#. #Person1# introduces #Person1#'s education background and explains why #Person1# comes to this company.


#Person1#: I see by your resume that you have just graduated from college. I assume you haven't had any working experience. Is that right?
#Person2#: That's right. I've only had some part-time jobs working in department stores.
#Person1#: Well, experience is not important in this job. We are looking for a man we can train to be a teller. By the way, do you like to work with figures?
#Person2#: Yes, I liked math in school.
#Person1#: We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures. Do you like meeting the public?
#Person2#: Yes, I enjoy working with people.
#Person1#: We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with. You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you. He would be responsible for training you. Have you studied English conversation?
#Person2#: Yes, I had an American tutor for two years. I had two lessons under her every week. Would I be using English every day is this job?
#Person1#: Yes, many of our customers are Americans, so you would be speaking English with most of them. Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid I don't. I'd be glad to learn.
#Person1#: That's good answer. I appreciate your being frank.

Summary: #Person1# interviews #Person2# and looks for a man they can train to be a teller. #Person2# likes math, working with people, and #Person2# speaks English. But #Person2# has no working experience and knows nothing about savings and checking accounts


#Person1#: Hi, charlie, are you busy this evening?
#Person2#: Sorry, I'm afraid that I've got plans tonight.
#Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm going to my parents'house for my father's birthday.
#Person1#: How old is he today?
#Person2#: It's his 50th birthday.
#Person1#: Well, wish him a happy birthday for me.
#Person2#: Sure thing. What are your plans for the evening?
#Person1#: I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight.
#Person2#: Well, if you can wait until tomorrow night, I'll go with you then.
#Person1#: Sorry, I've got people coming over tomorrow night.
#Person2#: Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us.
#Person1#: Sounds that way. Maybe some other time then?
#Person2#: Sure. Hey, I'm sorry, but I've got to get going.
#Person1#: Yeah, me, too. It's about time I made a move.
#Person2#: Say hello to your friends for me.
#Person1#: Likewise. See you later.
#Person2#: Bye!

Summary: #Person1# wants to invite Charlie to go to a movie but Charlie is going to his parents' house to celebrate his father's 50th birthday. They will see a movie another time.


#Person1#: I am confused by what he said.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: I don't know what he wants to do. Does he want help me or just scold me?
#Person2#: Think a little. I think he means well at the bottom of his heart.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s confused by the man's words.


#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: My wife and I want to see the places of interest in Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Zhuhai. Can you arrange a tour for us?
#Person1#: How long would you like to stay In these cities?
#Person2#: Well, three days.
#Person1#: There is a three-day package tour. You will have 3 full days in the cities. It is a general tour of the cities. The itinerary includes the places of interest such as Window of the World, China Folk Culture Village. Chen Clan Academy, Southern Yue Tomb, and Gongbei Market.
#Person2#: That sounds good. How much is the tour?
#Person1#: 200 yuan for each person.
#Person2#: What does it include?
#Person1#: It includes your air fare, your hotel accommodations and the meals.
#Person2#: Could we have you make all the necessary plane, hotel, and tour reservations?
#Person1#: Yes. we could do that for you.

Summary: #Person1# arranges a three-day package tour for #Person2# based on #Person2#'s requirements. It costs 200 yuan for each person. #Person2# asks #Person1# to help make necessary reservations.


#Person1#: May, we are fools to hang out at noon. It's dying hot today. My skin is too weak to be exposed under the summer sun.
#Person2#: Do you have any sunscreen lotion?
#Person1#: You know, honey, I used it all on the way over.
#Person2#: I think I'm getting a heart stroke.
#Person1#: The heat is driving crazy and I hate my new hat.
#Person2#: Why? It's brand new, and it's perfect on you.
#Person1#: But I bought it to get rid of the heat. Now it does nothing but burning my head.
#Person2#: Beauty costs, honey.
#Person1#: Laugh all you want, whatever. We need to get out of the heat.
#Person2#: Walking under the sun is certainly not the way.
#Person1#: Give me a break. It's not funny.
#Person2#: Right. Sorry. Anyway, the radio said that it'll rain later today.
#Person1#: Hope so! Good thing is that autumn is just around the corner.

Summary: #Person1#'s complaining as the heat is unbearable and #Person1#'s new hat cannot get rid of the heat but burns #Person1#'s head. May comforts #Person1# that it'll rain later.


#Person1#: When you are in a restaurant you want the waiter to bring the bill, what do you do to attract his attention?
#Person2#: I just make eye contact with him and nod my head. Then I tell him when he comes over to the table. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill.
#Person2#: That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant.
#Person1#: That's what I thought. I just thought I'd ask you and see what you thought of it. Anyway, what did you do yesterday evening?
#Person2#: Well, it was a warm evening, so I stretched my legs. I walked along the canal for a couple of miles. Actually, several other people had the same idea. I saw Bill.
#Person1#: Did you? How is he these days?
#Person2#: He seemed ok. We didn't stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal. We just waved at each other.
#Person1#: I need to move some furniture. Could you help me to lift it?
#Person2#: Of course. What do you want to move first?
#Person1#: Let's move the sofa. Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end? I'll lift this end. I want to move it sideways in that direction.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the way to ask the waiter to bring the bill in a restaurant because #Person1# found impolite behaviour last night. #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# walked along the canal yesterday evening. #Person1# asks #Person2# to help with moving some furniture.


#Person1#: Would you show me this brooch?
#Person2#: Yes, I would.
#Person1#: What is this made of?
#Person2#: It's sapphire. We have only one brooch of this type. Will you try it on?
#Person1#: Yes, I will. But how much is it?
#Person2#: Only 700 yuan.
#Person1#: It's expensive for me.
#Person2#: How about this one? This is 500 yuan and the same kind of material as that one.
#Person1#: It is genuine, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Any kind of goods are dependable as our shop is well-known throughout the city.

Summary: #Person2# likes a sapphire brooch but it's too expensive. #Person1# recommends another one which is cheaper but also genuine.


#Person1#: Hi and welcome to our new show, Exotic Animal Kingdom, a program geared toward introducing animals to the young and old. In today's show, our young, but experienced, guest will introduce us to the fantastic world of bearded dragons. Welcome, Joshua. [Thank you very much.] Now, Joshua, I must admit that a bearded dragon sounds something like out of a fantasy book. What exactly is a bearded dragon?
#Person2#: Well, here. Why don't you hold on to Bert, [Oh ... Wow!] while I talk about him. [Okay] Bearded dragons actually originated from the deserts of Australia, and this is one of several species that survived in that climate. Today, beardies like this one are bred in captivity here in the US.
#Person3#: Okay. And, so what are some of the essential things to know when getting a bearded dragon? I mean, can you raise one as a family pet?
#Person2#: Bearded dragons make a great family pet and are very docile creatures.
#Person1#: Yeah, this one seems quite friendly.
#Person2#: You just need to know how to care for them.
#Person1#: Well, what are some of the things you should keep in mind?
#Person2#: First, you need to have the right supplies: some kind of enclosure ...
#Person1#: Like, like a cage or something like that.
#Person2#: Yeah. [Okay] A full spectrum fluorescent light bulb and a basking lamp [Okay], branches and rocks to climb on and bask on, a food or water dish, and something to line bottom of the cage.
#Person1#: Okay, well, let's get down to some the basics. What are the dietary needs of a bearded dragon? It sounds like a very carnivorous beast. Perhaps, uh, they eat fiery Mexican tacos or something like that.
#Person4#: No, bearded dragons are omnivores...
#Person1#: Now, Omnivores? What exactly is that?
#Person2#: Uh, creatures that eat insects, vegetable, and greens, the leafy parts of plants and their stems.
#Person1#: Okay. You mean like, for example, carrots or something like that for example. [Yeah] Okay.
#Person2#: Young dragons like Bert can be fed small crickets twice a day, along with some greens and shredded vegetables. [Okay.] And then as your dragon grows, you can increase the amount of greens and vegetables. [Alright.] And you can also dust the vegetables and insects with a calcium supplement to promote bone growth.
#Person1#: Okay, and what about water? Uh, what kind of needs do they have for that?
#Person2#: Well, since bearded dragons traditionally live in arid regions, they obtain most of their water naturally from what they eat, so you have to be sure to feed them plenty of vegetables that serve as good carriers of water. [Okay.] You also spray them occasionally with a water bottle or provide them with a shallow water dish. Whatever you do, but sure to keep the cage dry, [Okay.] or else mold and bacteria can grow that could make your dragon sick. [Okay.], and finally, you mentioned about lighting earlier. What do you need exactly to keep your beardie happy and healthy?
#Person5#: Having a full spectrum light and basking lamp are pretty key to raising healthy beardies. First, they need the simulated sunlight from the ultraviolet UV bulb ...
#Person1#: Now, is that the full spectrum light that you mentioned? Okay.
#Person2#: ... to absorb rays [Okay.], vital to the production of certain vitamins, [Okay.] and the high body temperatures of a basking light to aid in the digestive process.
#Person1#: Now, what kinds of temperatures are you referring to when you talk about the basking area?
#Person2#: Like ninety to a hundred degrees.
#Person1#: Okay, and I don't think they need sun tan lotion, right? [No]. Okay, uh, so, perhaps then, I could put my beardie in an aquarium and just set him by the window which gets direct sunlight? Would that work?
#Person2#: Well, actually, you can even take them outside two or three times a week in the direct sunlight; however, putting them in a glass aquarium with exposure to sunlight won't be viewed as a replacement for direct light or a UV bulb because the glass only filters out the sunlight they need.
#Person1#: Wow! I didn't know there was so much to know about raising a pet like that. Well, thanks very much for joining us today, Joshua.
#Person2#: My pleasure.

Summary: #Person1# welcomes Joshua to the Exotic Animal Kingdom show. Bearded dragons originated from the deserts of Australia, and this is one of several species that survived in that climate. Joshua tells the audience that raising bearded dragons needs to prepare some kind of enclosure, a full spectrum fluorescent light bulb and a basking lamp, branches and rocks, a food or water dish, and something to line the bottom of the cage. Bearded dragons are omnivores and can be fed by insects, vegetables, and greens, the leafy parts of plants, and their stems. People should keep the cage dry. They need the simulated sunlight from the ultraviolet (UV) bulb and ninety to a hundred degrees of a basking light to aid in the digestive process.


#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Irene. This is your first day to work here. I hope you will like your job.
#Person2#: Good morning, Miss Jean. I think I'll enjoy working with you.
#Person1#: This is your desk. Sit down here please.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Miss Irene, your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted.
#Person2#: I see. What if the person wanted is out?
#Person1#: In that Case, you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message.
#Person2#: Will I be responsible for keeping all the files in order?
#Person1#: Yes, you will. The secretary will do this with you.
#Person2#: All right.

Summary: Miss Jean greets Miss Irene on her first day to work and introduces Miss Irene's duties to her.


#Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a book about law.
#Person1#: Would you tell me the name of the book and the author?
#Person2#: Uh, the Origin of Law. And it's written by Professor Felix of Harvard.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. It's out of stock now. Could you come by again next week?
#Person2#: Next week? It is too late. I need it urgently.
#Person1#: Well, then, is it convenient to leave your phone number so that I can inform you as soon as we restock it?
#Person2#: No, thanks any way.
#Person1#: You're welcome.

Summary: The book #Person2# urgently needs is out of stock. #Person1# will inform #Person2# as soon as it is restocked.


#Person1#: Mondays are terrible. Our timetable is filled with difficult subjects.
#Person2#: Like what?
#Person1#: Well, like English, French, geography and chemistry in the morning, followed by maths in the afternoon.
#Person2#: What's your favorite day of the week?
#Person1#: Oh, Wednesday without doubt. We have an easy morning. Just art and music, followed by sport all the afternoon.
#Person2#: That sounds nice.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person1#'s timetables on Monday and Wednesday.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. How may I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning! Do you have any rooms available at the moment?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. What kind of room would you like?
#Person2#: I'd like a suite for four nights.
#Person1#: Please wait a moment while I check availability. Ah, I'm sorry, sir. We only have a double room available now.
#Person2#: That's all right. How much do they cost?
#Person1#: Each night costs 320 RMB, but for a four night stay, we can offer a discount of 15% .
#Person2#: How much in total?
#Person1#: 1088 RMB.
#Person2#: Is breakfast included?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. You also have free use of the leisure facilities here.
#Person2#: That's fine. I'll get it.
#Person1#: OK. Please fill out this form with your details.
#Person2#: I would like to pay by cash. Do I need to pay a deposit?
#Person1#: Yes, you do. There is a 300 RMB deposit, which we will refund when you check out. So, in total, you need to pay 1388 RMB.
#Person2#: Fine. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. Here's your key and receipt. Your room number is 408. A porter will take your luggage to your room. The elevator is just around the corner.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: It is my pleasure, sir. I wish you a pleasant stay here. Goodbye!
#Person2#: Bye-bye!

Summary: #Person2# would like to book a suite for four nights. #Person2# tells him there is only a double room available now, so #Person1# books one with #Person2#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Hello, Anna. Come in and sit down.
#Person2#: Hello, doctor.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I've got a backache.
#Person1#: Do you often suffer from backache?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I've never had a bad one before.
#Person1#: When did it start?
#Person2#: About four days ago.
#Person1#: Well, go home and rest in bed for two days, then you'll feel better.
#Person2#: Can you give me some medicine? It's very painful.
#Person1#: Yes, I'll give you some pills. Take one a time and three times a day, and come back in three days. If you don't feel...

Summary: Anna gets a backache. The doctor suggests she have a rest and will give her some pills.


#Person1#: They told me Steven is a very special boy, and he seldom plays with the children. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. He is a very special boy in many ways. He doesn't have the normal abilities for the boys of his age. It's very difficult for him to read and write in my class. For example, many 8 year-old boys can do much more than he can. But of course, he has a special gift.
#Person1#: In drawing?
#Person2#: Yes. He's always been good at it. Steven can look at any building for about 5 minutes and then draw it perfectly.
#Person1#: Tell us something about some of the drawings he's done.
#Person2#: Well, his drawings are most about famous buildings, like the Gulf Palace in Venice and Kremlin in Moscow. They're wonderfully drawn. Famous artists looked at his drawings and said that Steven's an excellent painter.
#Person1#: And he just looks at these buildings for a few minutes and draws them?
#Person2#: That's right. It's very strange, isn't it? He has such a special gift in one thing, but finds other things difficult.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# Steven doesn't have the normal abilities for the boys of his age, but he has a gift for drawing. Steven can draw the buildings perfectly just looking at them for a few minutes.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Could you tell me the way to the zoo?
#Person2#: Yes, it is just over there, across the street.
#Person1#: Thank you. Oh, how did you learn to speak English so well?
#Person2#: I listen to BBC English programs every day.
#Person1#: Are they easy to follow?
#Person2#: Yes, I use my shortwave radio and they have explanations in Chinese for the difficult grammar points.
#Person1#: That sounds very helpful. How long have you listened to the programs?
#Person2#: I started 3 years ago when I was in middle school.
#Person1#: You have really improved.
#Person2#: Thanks. Have a great time at the zoo. By the way, don't forget to see the pandas!
#Person1#: OK. See you later.

Summary: #Person2# has been listening to BBC English programs every day since 3 years ago, so #Person2# speaks English very well.


#Person1#: Hello, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'm looking for something to wear to a formal party.
#Person1#: What dress size do you wear?
#Person2#: Medium, a woman's size 10 or 12.
#Person1#: This dress is the latest fashion form Paris. It's made of pure silk. And this silk blouse would go with this skirt. Do you like it?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Why don't you try it on and see how you feel about it?
#Person2#: That's a great idea. I'll try it on.
#Person1#: How does that feel?
#Person2#: It feels very good.
#Person1#: You look wonderful.
#Person2#: Okay. I'll take it. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome.

Summary: #Person2# is looking for something to wear to a formal party. #Person1# gives some recommendations. #Person2# tries it on and takes it.


#Person1#: Hi, I was wondering if you have my test results in.
#Person2#: I didn't see anything out of the ordinary, but I want you to log onto our website for a printout of all of the details.
#Person1#: So, basically, I am OK?
#Person2#: If there were any major problems, I would always notify you by phone to come in.
#Person1#: What will I learn when I see the results on the website?
#Person2#: A description of each test is given on the site.
#Person1#: What will the numbers tell me?
#Person2#: The website will give you a normal range and then tell you what your results are.
#Person1#: Are all of my test results on that site?
#Person2#: Your entire test history is on the site. You can compare your results from other years.

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# to log onto the website for a printout of #Person1#'s test results and tells #Person1# how to read the online test results.