#Person1#: Do you know anyone who's had plastic surgery?
#Person2#: You mean like a breast enlargement? I don't think that's really necessary. That's not the way a woman should stay attractive.
#Person1#: Why not? Why can't we go back to the way things were?
#Person2#: Because. . . I don't know. But, Connie, you wouldn't do that, would you?
#Person1#: Darned right I would!
#Person2#: Maybe make-up would be enough?
#Person1#: Come on, Liz. Be open-minded! Look at my eyes, they are puffy. And my eye bags, they are dark and loose and full of lines and circles. I really hope surgery can wipe out the tired feelings.
#Person2#: But what would other people think?
#Person1#: I don't care what other people think. I am ready for a lift.

Summary: Connie wants to have plastic surgery. Liz tries to persuade her to give it up but Connie has made up her mind.


#Person1#: Here. Keep the change.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. By the way, is there a pay phone near here?
#Person2#: Yes, there's one just on the other side of this building. Do you have any small change?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# there's a pay phone on the other side of the building.


#Person1#: Mr. Crandall, I ' m sorry, but I really don ' t see the value in doing this entire project over from scratch. It would take a lot of work.
#Person2#: That ' s certainly true. But, that ' s what this job is all about, Maria. There's no doubt that this project is unacceptable.
#Person1#: I agree. But I think that we can handle the problem by making a few major changes. I ' d appreciate it if you would give me a chance.
#Person2#: All right, Maria. I ' ll give you until tomorrow at 4:00 to produce a satisfactory piece of work, but otherwise, you ' ll have to re-do it.

Summary: Maria asks Mr. Crandall to let her make major changes for the project. He agrees but if it doesn't work, Maria needs to re-do it.


#Person1#: Hey Rachael, what's up? How is your day?
#Person2#: Not bad. We have had a big meeting today, remember?
#Person1#: Oh, yea. I forgot. So how did it go?
#Person2#: Pretty well. I think the boss liked my ideas.
#Person1#: Great, so what happens now?
#Person2#: Well, I have to write the proposal. I'm pretty excited about it.

Summary: Rachael tells #Person1# the boss liked her ideas.


#Person1#: I don't have a good camera. How am I going to take nice pictures of the butterflies? They are so colorful. I want to get in really close so everyone can see the details.
#Person2#: Our photography lab loans cameras to all students enrolled in my class. Don't worry. Just show your student ID and they will give you one.
#Person1#: What if I lose it? Or break it?
#Person2#: Just be as careful with the camera as you are with your own one. We trust you. Plus, you need to pay a deposit of $500, just in case something does happen.
#Person1#: I think I'm better off buying my own. I bet I can get one for $60. Even if I get a used one, it's better than having to owe the school $500.

Summary: #Person1# doesn't have a good camera. #Person2# suggests borrowing one from the photography lab with a deposit of $500. #Person1# thinks it's better to buy one.


#Person1#: What game do you like?
#Person2#: I like board games. I like chinese chess and draughts.
#Person1#: I ' Ve never played Chinese chess before, but I ' Ve seen old men playing it in the street. It looks complicated.
#Person2#: It ' s about as complicated as chess. The basic rule and moves are simple enough, but there are many strategies that players need to learn.
#Person1#: I like playing cards. I ' m pretty good at poker. Do you play cards?
#Person2#: I ' m terrible at cards and so I never play games which involve gambling, like poker. If I did, I ' d lose all my money.
#Person1#: Do you play bridge?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. It ' s hard to find four players though, so I don ' t play very often. Do you know anyone who plays? If so, we could set up a game.
#Person1#: I can play quite well. I have a friend who likes playing, but she ' s not very good at it. Shall I invite her to play?
#Person2#: Sure, I have a friend who play fairly well. We should find out when our friends are free and arrange a game.
#Person1#: I ' ll call my friend now. you call yours.

Summary: #Person2# likes board games such as Chinese chess and draughts while #Person1# likes cards. They both play bridge and they decide to call their friends and arrange a game.


#Person1#: This is a lovely house!
#Person2#: Thank you, Jean.
#Person1#: It's very close to your office, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. I always walk to work-even when it rains.
#Person1#: I usually take the bus. It takes so long!
#Person2#: How long does it take?
#Person1#: Oh, it takes about 45 minutes.
#Person2#: That's a long time. Well, have some pizza, please!
#Person1#: (Taking a bite.) This is delicious! Do you bake all of your pizza?
#Person2#: Yes, I usually bake something on the weekend or holidays.
#Person1#: You are a wonderful cook!
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: I never cook at home. It is my husband Andy who usually does all the cooking.
#Person2#: Do you often go out to eat?
#Person1#: Yes, when he doesn't have time to cook, we will go out to eat somewhere.
#Person2#: There are some wonderful restaurants in the city.
#Person1#: Too many! You can eat at a different restaurant every day.

Summary: #Person2# lives close to #Person2#'s office and walks to work while Jean usually takes a bus. They eat pizza and talk about cooking and restaurants.


#Person1#: Good news, I'm not going to have surgery after all. The doctor says I can start working out again soon and maybe play football like before in a few weeks.
#Person2#: That's terrific. It would be great if you could get back in shape in time for the World Cup.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that he doesn't have to have surgery. #Person2#'s happy to hear that.


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

Summary: Julia tells #Person2# that her colleagues get quick promotions but she always gets sidelined. #Person2# uses Lincoln as an example to encourage her to never give up on her dream.


#Person1#: Steven, I am ready for breakfast.
#Person2#: OK. But where is my favorite coffee?
#Person1#: It's in that pan there. Your boy Dean broke the silex yesterday, so I have to boil it in the pan.
#Person2#: It tastes like crankcase oil, but delicious.
#Person1#: That's good. You can make breakfast yourself if you don't like it.
#Person2#: What is there besides coffee?
#Person1#: I warmed a couple of snails, and your eggs are in the frying pan.
#Person2#: Oh, my God. It's nearly eight, I have no time to have breakfast now. My watch says seven fifty.
#Person1#: Don't worry. It's only ten to seven. You must have forgotten to set your watch back.
#Person2#: Yes, it was. The clock on the wall says eight to seven.
#Person1#: Yeah. Keep on eating your breakfast. You can catch the early bus.
#Person2#: Gee. I could have slept another hour.

Summary: Steven and #Person1# are going to have breakfast. Steven finds he has no time, but #Person1# tells him that it's only ten to seven and he must have forgotten to set his watch back.


#Person1#: Cool camera. What are its features?
#Person2#: It's loaded! For example, it's got a 256 color, LCD screen that rotates 360 degrees, and switches to black and white in power save mode. Also, it has a low-light mode for night shooting and touch screen menu controls that are really convenient.
#Person1#: What about the quality of the pictures?
#Person2#: Oh, it's the usual 5600x3200 resolution with 10. 0 megapixels. It's got a 5xzoom, so from 28mm to 120mm the pictures look great! I can change the resolution, too.
#Person1#: Wow! What about the memory?
#Person2#: It has a built-in hard-wired memory, but I like to use the 64MB media cards that come with it. I can download everything onto the hard drive and then edit and enhance with different software. It takes fantastic pictures that I can either print out or E-mail to my friends.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the camera has a great screen, high quality of pictures, and fantastic memory.


#Person1#: Hello, this is David.
#Person2#: Hi David, this is Marge. Can you meet me after work for a few minutes?
#Person1#: Sure! How about the coffee shop right across the street from my office?
#Person2#: That will work.
#Person1#: Does five thirty work for you?
#Person2#: That will be fine. What I have to show you will only take a few minutes of your time.
#Person1#: Is it the plans for my new house?
#Person2#: Yes. I just need to double check a few details with you.

Summary: Marge calls David to arrange a meeting at five-thirty to check a few details about David's new house.


#Person1#: Where is some fresh produce that's on sale?
#Person2#: Well, I think you'll like the mangoes.
#Person1#: I've never had a mango.
#Person2#: It's a fruit. It has a big stone in it.
#Person1#: Can you eat the stone?
#Person2#: No. You would break all your teeth on it.
#Person1#: How much are these mangoes?
#Person2#: The sale price today is $1 each.
#Person1#: Can you describe their taste?
#Person2#: They usually taste sweet, but they remind me of an orange.
#Person1#: How can I tell if they're ripe?
#Person2#: Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside.
#Person1#: What country produces them?
#Person2#: They come from tropical countries.

Summary: #Person1#'s looking for some fresh produce on sale. #Person2# recommends mangoes which #Person1#'s never had and tells #Person1# about its price and the taste.


#Person1#: Hi, are you Catherine?
#Person2#: Yes, Jason, right? Nice to meet you. Welcome to Taiwan.
#Person1#: Thanks, good to meet you, too.
#Person2#: You had a long flight, you must be tired.
#Person1#: Yes, and the food was horrible!
#Person2#: Oh, sorry to hear that. But, don worry! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat. First, lets get you to the hotel.
#Person1#: Great! How will we be getting there?
#Person2#: My car is in the parking lot, lets go this way. Let me help you with your bags.

Summary: Catherine welcomes Jason who comes to Taiwan after a long flight.


#Person1#: There is an element there about competition then, isn't there? Because British railways are a nationalized industry. There's only one railway system in the country. If you don't like a particular kind of big beans, you can go and buy another. But if you don't like a particular railway, you can't go and use another.
#Person2#: Some people who write to me say this. They say that if you didn't have a monopoly, you wouldn't be able to do the things you do. Well, I don't think we do anything deliberately to upset our customers. We have particular problems. Since 1946, when the Transport Act came in, we were nationalized.
#Person1#: Do you think that's a good thing? Has it been a good thing for the railways, do you think, to be nationalized?
#Person2#: Oh I think so, yes. Because in general, modes of transport are all around. Let's face the fact. The car arrived. The car is here to stay. There is no question about that.
#Person1#: So what are you saying then? Is it if the railways happen being nationalized, they would simply have disappeared?
#Person2#: Oh, I think they would have. They're disappearing fast in America. Er, the French railways lose 1 billion pounds a year. The German railways, 2 billion pounds a year. But you see, those governments are preparing to pour money into the transport system to keep it going.
#Person1#: So in a sense, you cope between two extremes. On the one hand, you're trying not to lose too much money. And on the other hand, you've got to provide the best service.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right.

Summary: #Person2# thinks it is good for the railways to be nationalized because more and more cars appear and the railways gain less and less. #Person1# thinks what #Person2# copes is two extremes: trying not to lose too much money and providing the best services.


#Person1#: Oh, no! I'm supposed to meet her at seven sharp. What time is it now?
#Person2#: Six thirty.
#Person1#: I'd better get ready.
#Person2#: Where are you going?
#Person1#: Haven't made up our minds yet. Maybe to a restaurant, or perhaps to the movies first.
#Person2#: Why don't you go and see Citizen Kane at the Classic Film Festival? It's supposed to be great.
#Person1#: Oh, maybe we will. Psycho is also playing. I've heard it's really good, too.
#Person2#: If you like horror films with lots of blood. Personally I don't. Well, I really should be going. Do you want to go swimming tomorrow?
#Person1#: I'd be glad to, but I might have to go to the studio and do some work. Can I let you know the first thing in the morning?
#Person2#: Sure. That'll be fine.
#Person1#: Oh, there's the phone. It must be Tracy.
#Person2#: Well, I'd better be going then. Have a good time tonight.
#Person1#: Thanks. I'll talk to you tomorrow.

Summary: #Person1#'s going on a date but hasn't decided where to go. #Person2# suggests watching Citizen Kane. #Person1# and #Person2# decide to go swimming tomorrow.


#Person1#: Lucy, how was your first day of school?
#Person2#: It was great, dad.
#Person1#: What classes did you have?
#Person2#: Well, I had English from 9:00 o'clock to 11:00 o'clock, art from 12:00 o'clock to 2:00 o'clock and math from 2:30 to 4:30.
#Person1#: What do you think about the teachers?
#Person2#: They are all good teachers. I don't like my maths teacher, though he is very famous in America. He seems like an old person.
#Person1#: That's too bad. How is your English teacher?
#Person2#: She is my favorite. In today's class, she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student.
#Person1#: Where is she from?
#Person2#: She said that she's from a small town in the middle of England.
#Person1#: What about your art teacher?
#Person2#: She is very pretty and kind. She told us she was from Canada. Her class was interesting.
#Person1#: She sounds like a good teacher.

Summary: #Person1# asks about Lucy's feelings on the first day of school and the teachers of the classes.


#Person1#: Hello, is this the ABC Company?
#Person2#: Yes. May I help you?
#Person1#: We have just arrived from Tokyo and we've been looking for our reserved car of your company all over, but we cannot find it.
#Person2#: What is your reservation number?
#Person1#: Our reservation number is J - 221.
#Person2#: Let me see. Oh, yes. We have your reservation number.
#Person1#: You mean you haven't arranged any car.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to say ' No. '
#Person1#: Here, I'll take a taxi instead. How do you refund us?

Summary: #Person1# reserved a car from ABC company but #Person2# hasn't arranged any car. #Person1# asks for a refund.


#Person1#: David, I heard you had an unpleasant experience when you were on holiday in Florida. What happened exactly?
#Person2#: We were having an enjoyable day out at a wildlife park and suddenly this lion started walking towards me.
#Person1#: Oh, that must have been terrible.
#Person2#: Yes, it was. I started running away as fast as I could and I didn't see where I was going. I ran into a tree and hit my head quite badly.
#Person1#: Oh dear, you poor thing. And the lion?
#Person2#: Luckily, one of the park keepers put it back in its cage and called for first aid. So nothing more serious happened.
#Person1#: I'm pleased to hear that.

Summary: David shares with #Person1# his unpleasant holiday experience in Florida. David tried to avoid the lion but he ran into a tree.


#Person1#: Do you mind if I open the window?
#Person2#: If you don't mind, I'd rather you didn't. I have a cold and feel chilly.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. Should I call a doctor?
#Person2#: I'd appreciate it if you would.
#Person1#: OK.

Summary: #Person1# wants to open the window but #Person2# has a cold.


#Person1#: Hello? Um, can I get some help over here?
#Person2#: Sure thing. What'll it be?
#Person1#: A menu, please.
#Person2#: We don't serve food - just the beers you see on the wall.
#Person1#: All right. What about that one? It's German, right?
#Person2#: Yeah, it is. Is that what you'd like?
#Person1#: Sure, that'll do. But I'd like a cold one if you've got one.
#Person2#: Sure thing, sweetie. That'll be $6.25.
#Person1#: Say, you're kinda friendly, aren't you?
#Person2#: I suppose it comes with the job. It pays to be nice to people, don't you think?
#Person1#: I suppose it does. That's what my mother said to me anyway. Oh, wait. Wait a second. Oh, no. I can't believe this!
#Person2#: What's wrong?
#Person1#: I think I left my wallet somewhere.
#Person2#: It's gotta be around here. Maybe on the floor?
#Person1#: No. It's not there. I don't know where it could be. Any chance you can be nice and give me that beer for free?
#Person2#: No chance of that happening. If no one's paying, I'm not so nice.

Summary: #Person2# is very friendly when #Person1# asks for the beer. But when #Person1# says #Person1# left the wallet and asks beer for free, #Person2# becomes not so nice.


#Person1#: The air quality in this city is horrendous! The pollution levels were so high that we weren't supposed to go outside with a face mask again!
#Person2#: Exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment.
#Person1#: On top of that, there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs, which are contributing to the high pollution levels in the water and the air in this city.
#Person2#: As much as I love this city, I think I'm going to have to find a greener city to live in. Living in a polluted city like this just can't be good for my health.
#Person1#: I know what you mean. However, there are so few places left that have not been affected by global warming. If it's not the pollution, then it's the natural disasters, deforestation, or the greenhouse
#Person2#: What is the greenhouse effect exactly?
#Person1#: It's the gradual rise in the earth's temperature.
#Person2#: I see, so it's similar to global warming?
#Person1#: They're related to one another, yes.
#Person2#: I heard that some people in England are pleased with the fact that the climate is becoming warmer because it's making their towns a more pleasant place to live.
#Person1#: People joke about the benefits of the increase in temperature, but it's not all good news. They've been experiencing a lot of deadly storms there as well.
#Person2#: People always seem to make jokes as a way to deal with unfortunate situations.
#Person1#: I think if everyone pitches in, the world will be a better place.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# complain about the bad air quality in their city. #Person2# suggests finding another city to live in but #Person1# says there aren't many places left without being affected by global warming. #Person1# hopes everyone can contribute to protecting the environment.


#Person1#: Good morning, I'd like to book a flight from Beijing to Shanghai, please.
#Person2#: I see. When are you travelling?
#Person1#: I'd like to fly next Friday.
#Person2#: Is that a return journey or just one-way?
#Person1#: One-way, please. I'm flying back to London from Shanghai.
#Person2#: Ok. That will be 1400RMB please.
#Person1#: How long is the flight?
#Person2#: It's about three hours.

Summary: #Person1# wants to book a flight from Beijing to Shanghai next Friday. #Person2# tells #Person1# it will take three hours and charges 1400 RMB.


#Person1#: Can you help me buy my textbooks?
#Person2#: There will probably be a book list in the bookstore. Do you have your class schedule handy?
#Person1#: No, I don't have that.
#Person2#: To get started, take that list over to the bookstore. Do you know where the bookstore is?
#Person1#: I am not sure where the bookstore is.
#Person2#: When you pass the gym, it'll be the first door on the left. Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money?
#Person1#: Yes, I knew I could do that. Exactly how do I go about selling them?
#Person2#: If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door, he will reimburse you. Can you go over there today?
#Person1#: I think maybe I could be there.
#Person2#: I am free at 1
#Person1#: Maybe that would work.
#Person2#: I'll catch you later then. Have a wonderful morning.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to buy textbooks at the bookstore and how to sell old textbooks.


#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I've got a suit, a woolen sweater and a white shirt to wash.
#Person1#: OK, let me see. This white shirt can be washed in water with hands, but this suit and the woolen sweater should be dry-cleaned.
#Person2#: That's OK. But that must be costly.
#Person1#: Yes, the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering. But for suits and sweaters, you can only take them to the dry cleaners'.
#Person2#: Oh, my wife just threw them into the washer.
#Person1#: Did it ever shrink or fade? Generally speaking, the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually.
#Person2#: I see. The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash.
#Person1#: Never mind. You can leave them to me.
#Person2#: Oh, thanks. You know, I know little about this, so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing.
#Person1#: It's very simple. Divide the clothes by the colors, and wash them in cold water. If you've got some special stains on them like sugar, coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know.
#Person2#: I'll keep that in mind. And how much is it altogether?
#Person1#: That will be 80 Yuan altogether. Here is your invoice.

Summary: #Person2# comes to #Person1# to have some clothes washed. #Person1# offers some suggestions about washing clothes and then #Person2# pays for the bill.


#Person1#: Good morning. I came in answer to your advertisement for a salesperson.
#Person2#: I see. Will you walk this way, please? What experience have you had?
#Person1#: I'm afraid I haven't had any experience in just this sort of work. I'm studying business administration in college. I want to get a job that would tie in with my studies.
#Person2#: Have you got any selling experience at all?
#Person1#: I worked in a department store in a small town last summer vacation.
#Person2#: Now tell me about your educational background.
#Person1#: I graduated from Beijing University. I majored in business administration.
#Person2#: What courses have you completed?
#Person1#: The courses I completed are marketing, business law, business English, statistics, marketing principles, sales management, distribution theory, economies and psychology.
#Person2#: What subjects did you like most at university?
#Person1#: I liked sales strategies most.
#Person2#: Why would you like to work with us?
#Person1#: It's an interesting job, and your company is one of the best known. Although I have no work experience as a salesperson, the job description you sent was very interesting. It's a job I've been dreaming of when I was at university.
#Person2#: What are your future plans and what kind of expectations do you have of the company?
#Person1#: I have an interest in marketing and I would consider graduate study in business in the future. I think my goals will become more clear as I gain experience in sales and marketing.
#Person2#: Good. Do you know anything about this company?
#Person1#: Yes, a little. As you mentioned just now, yours is an American capital company. As far as I know your company is a world famous one which produces cosmetics and skincare products.
#Person2#: Have you got anything to ask me?
#Person1#: Will traveling be required in this position?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How often?
#Person2#: Three times a year at most. How do you feel about this?
#Person1#: That's fine.

Summary: #Person1# comes in answer to #Person2#'s advertisement for a salesperson. #Person2# asks #Person1# about #Person1#'s working experience, education background, the course #Person1# completed, #Person1#'s favourite course, the reasons for why #Person1# wants to work in their company, #Person1#'s plans and expectations, and what #Person1# knows about the company. #Person1# asks about the frequency of traveling.


#Person1#: Good morning, Star Airline. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to confirm a reservation, please. My name is Wang Lin. My flight is KF98.
#Person1#: I see. You are leaving for Berlin on July 23rd with Mr. Smith, right?
#Person2#: What? I am afraid you have made a mistake, I am leaving on July 21st alone.
#Person1#: Isn't your family name Lin?
#Person2#: No. It is Wang.
#Person1#: I am sonry. So you are loaving on Duty 21st and your seat is in the business section.
#Person2#: That's right. Thank you.

Summary: Wang Lin calls Star Airlines to confirm a reservation. Wang is leaving on July 21st alone, by KF98.


#Person1#: wow, the duck looks so delicious. Should we order it, Rick?
#Person2#: the chef is going to slice it into thin pieces. There will be around one hundred and twenty pieces of both skin and meat for each.
#Person1#: I see. The chef is so skillful with his knife.
#Person2#: absolutely. It is said that they serve 3, 000 ducks every day.
#Person1#: incredible. By the way, what are these in the plates?
#Person2#: oh, they are pancakes, hollowed sesame buns, scallions, cucumbers and oisin sauce. I will show you how to make one.
#Person1#: thank you. I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste.
#Person2#: Just roll it up and have a bite, Amy.
#Person1#: oh, it's terrific. I love the floor. Can you tell me how it was prepared?
#Person2#: certainly. First, a Beijing duck is specially selected. After it is cleaned and dressed, it will be roasted in an open oven. Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique
#Person1#: it sounds really complicated. No wonder it tastes so great.
#Person2#: Yes, Amy, please have some more.

Summary: Rick and Amy order a Beijing duck. Rick explains to Amy what the side dishes are and how a Beijing duck is prepared. Amy loves the taste.


#Person1#: Do you know much about computers?
#Person2#: Not a great deal. Why?
#Person1#: I've been reading an article about computers. They are strange and are being used for almost everything.
#Person2#: Yes. But have you learned how to use one?
#Person1#: No. But I'm about to take a course on computers next term.
#Person2#: That's good. You have to know about computers. Computer knowledge is a must whatever you do. You should learn quickly or you will be left behind.
#Person1#: That's true. But first I want to learn the basics. In the library, there are computers. But it's a pity that I could not make use of them.
#Person2#: Well, I can teach you the ABCs, if you like.
#Person1#: That's very kind of you.

Summary: #Person1# doesn't know how to use a computer, but #Person1#'ll take a course on computers next term. #Person1# wants to learn the basics first, so #Person2# offers to teach #Person1# the ABCs.


#Person1#: Why am I being charged $ 10 for a movie that I never ordered?
#Person2#: Sir, according to your file, you spent Monday evening watching'Titanic. '
#Person1#: Well, the file is wrong. I was at a great concert that night.
#Person2#: Well, this wouldn't be the first time that a file was wrong. Just a moment, please.
#Person1#: Thank you for taking care of it so quickly.
#Person2#: Sir, when I deleted the $ 10, the program automatically added a $ 2 service charge.
#Person1#: You can't do that! You can't charge me for a mistake that you made!
#Person2#: Sometimes you can't win for losing, sir.
#Person1#: Well, now I've seen it all! What a rip-off this place is!
#Person2#: I don't blame you, sir. Two dollars is a lot of money.

Summary: #Person1# questions the charge of a movie he never ordered. #Person2# deletes the $10 and adds a $2 service charge. #Person1# is dissatisfied with that.


#Person1#: You keep bowling spares but no strike.
#Person2#: I don't know why, but I think there's something wrong with my hands. I couldn't seem to be able to control it on the first ball.
#Person1#: I don't think it was the problem with your hands, you did several excellent spares. You have no problem with your hands.
#Person2#: Then why couldn't I get strike on the first ball?
#Person1#: The problem is you are too nervous. You want to have a strike so much, so you deliver the ball too hard. And when it comes to the I second roll, there's no pressure. That's why I could bowl all those spares.
#Person2#: Really? I will try again.

Summary: #Person2# keeps bowling spares but no strike and #Person1# thinks it's because #Person2# is too nervous.


#Person1#: Please point out the painful place with your finger. Is there any relation between the pain and the weather?
#Person2#: Yes, the pain comes more intense when the weather is bad. And the pain comes intense when I walk too much.
#Person1#: Have you ever had any trauma?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: Does the pian become more intense at night?
#Person2#: Yes, ti does. Just like a needle prick. Besides, the place that hurts often feels cold, too.
#Person1#: Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree.
#Person2#: By the way, does acupuncture hurt?
#Person1#: Acupuncture may cause just a little pain, but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension. We'll try it every day for seven days. Will that be all right?
#Person2#: Yes. Let's start today.

Summary: #Person1# asks several questions about #Person2#'s painful place and suggests treating it with acupuncture. #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: What will you be having this evening?
#Person2#: I think I'll start with some soup, and then I'll have the steak.
#Person1#: And how would you like your steak cooked, sir?
#Person2#: Medium rare, please. Also I'd like the vegetables instead of the salad.
#Person1#: Sure. And what will you be having to drink?
#Person2#: I think I'll have a glass of your red wine with some ice water as well.
#Person1#: Coming right up, sir.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# order some soup, the medium-rare steak, vegetables, wine, and ice water.


#Person1#: Have you got any hobbies, Rod?
#Person2#: Yes, Jessie. I'm fond of fishing, painting, stamp-collecting, and...
#Person1#: Wow, so many! I just like taking photographs.
#Person2#: In my family, everyone has more than one interest. My father likes to build things out of wood and collect baseball caps. He doesn't have time for many hobbies, because his job keeps him busy.
#Person1#: How about your mother?
#Person2#: In her spare time, she likes going to the gym. She also likes making things to decorate our home.
#Person1#: Your sisters and brothers must like fashionable ones.
#Person2#: I've one sister and one brother. My younger brother Alan is 17 years old. He likes singing, playing the piano and skiing. My sister Lisa is 12 years old. Her hobbies include making small things, playing the violin and riding her bicycle around the neighborhood.
#Person1#: Your family has got a variety of interests.

Summary: Rod has many hobbies but Jessie only has one. He tells her that everyone in his family has more than one interest and introduces their hobbies.


#Person1#: Mr. Rogers?
#Person2#: Mr. : Yes?
#Person1#: I'm not feeling too well.
#Person2#: Mr. : Would you like to go to the nurse's?
#Person1#: Yes, I would.
#Person2#: Mr. : Here's a hall pass for it. Do you need someone to walk you there?
#Person1#: I can manage on my own. Thanks.
#Person2#: Mr. : I'll drop by later to check on you.

Summary: #Person1# isn't feeling well. Mr. Rogers gives #Person1# a hall pass. Mr. Rogers will check on #Person1#.


#Person1#: Hello, everyone and welcome to the Dating Game, where men and women meet the people of their dreams. Now, let's have our contestants introduce themselves, and then Sarah can ask some questions. Here we go. Contestant number one.
#Person2#: Hi, Sarah. My name is Ryan, nd I'm 27 years old, and I work as a doctor at City Hospital. I enjoy reading books on history, hiking with my dog, Amelia, and eating Japanese food. I also like a woman who loves adventure, is open to new ideas, and likes discussing world politics and government.
#Person1#: Okay. Well, thank you, Ryan. Let's go on to Contestant Number 2.
#Person3#: Hi. I'm Nate. I'm 24 years old, and I am a guitar player in a rock band. I love traveling to new countries, watching action movies, and playing video games with my friends. And I love women who like my music, don't mind loud rock music, and a person who loves a good cheeseburger over the grill. I think I'm the man for you.
#Person1#: Well, thank you Nate. That's Contestant Number 2. Let's go on to Contestant Number 3.
#Person4#: Hello. My name is Charles. I'm 29 years old, and I teach English at the University of Utah. In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, gardening, and raising chickens in my back yard. I also help feed the homeless once a week. I also speak three languages, and I prefer women who have a good sense of humor, and cook all kinds of food, and who find joy in serving others.
#Person1#: Well, there we have it. Three contestants. And we will have Sarah ask these contestants questions after right after this commercial break.

Summary: #Person1# hosts the Dating game. Before Sarah asks her questions, the three contestants Ryan, Nate, and Charles give a self-introduction about their age, career, hobbies, and their ideal type of women.


#Person1#: Professor Jones, you're a well-known professor of mathematics at the City College. May I ask you a few questions about your favorite hobby?
#Person2#: Sure, I like collecting coins the most.
#Person1#: How long have you been collecting coins?
#Person2#: Since I was 12 years old when my uncle gave me a book with spaces to put coins into.
#Person1#: How did your interest grow?
#Person2#: I finished that book one year later and continued to search for rare and old ones.
#Person1#: Where do you find your coins?
#Person2#: Sometimes I get them from a small shops but I usually buy them from other People who collect coins.
#Person1#: You seem very proud of your hobby.
#Person2#: Of course, I often show my friends the coins I collect, it's a lot of fun I think.
#Person1#: Thank you for your time, professor Jones. I think People will like reading about your hobby.

Summary: #Person1# interviews Professor Jones on Professor Jones's favorite hobby. Jones likes collecting coins from the age of 12 and often buys coins from other collectors. Jones is proud of his hobby.


#Person1#: OK, I got my vacation early this year, so as soon as school's out the first of June we have 2 weeks to have fun. We've talked about this before, and have chosen 2 possibilities. A trip across Canada or explore Florida, which will it be?
#Person2#: I'd like to go to Florida. I've always wanted to visit Orlando.
#Person1#: We should get on the internet and check flight schedules as soon as possible. I remember a ticket costs $500. They may still have that promotion where a second person flies for half price. That means the four of us can go for the cost of 3.
#Person2#: Orlando here we come, but we won't spend the whole 2 weeks there, will we? I heard Saint Augustine was cool and there's Daytona Beach, where you can drive on the beach.
#Person1#: Your mother and I will take care of the driving and make hotel reservations. So you and Tim will plan the sightseeing. Is that a deal?
#Person2#: Yeah, great.
#Person1#: Only one rule, each person gets to take one suitcase.
#Person2#: But I have a lot of clothes I want to take.
#Person1#: I'll help you pack.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are planning the travel to Florida. #Person1# advise checking flight schedules as soon as possible. #Person2# thinks they can also visit Saint Augustine. #Person2# makes the deal with #Person1#, and the only rule is each person takes one suitcase.


#Person1#: I'm so hungry! Can you buy me a burrito?
#Person2#: I don't have any money to buy you a burrito.
#Person1#: Please? I haven't eaten anything all day.
#Person2#: Look, I only have money to buy myself a burrito.
#Person1#: I'm so hungry, I could eat a whole cow!
#Person2#: If you're so hungry, why don't you ask someone else for money?
#Person1#: I get paid on Friday, I'll pay you back then.
#Person2#: Well, I guess on Friday, then you can eat.
#Person1#: That's pretty messed up.
#Person2#: Why don't you just go home and eat?
#Person1#: I don't want to go all the way home just to eat.
#Person2#: Well, I guess you're out of luck.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to buy #Person1# a burrito because #Person1# has no money. #Person2# refuses.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I'd like to buy a desk for my little son. I don't have any particular brand in mind, but it should be less than 50 dollars.
#Person2#: OK. We have a large selection of small desks for young children.

Summary: #Person1# wants a desk for #Person1#'s son within 50 dollars.


#Person1#: Good afternoon. What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: I have a Time Deposit here and I'd like to get the money now.
#Person1#: The maturity date isn't for another 10 weeks. Are you aware of that?
#Person2#: Yes, I know, but I need the money urgently for a family emergency, you see. I know I should apply in writing if I wish to withdraw, but I'm afraid there just isn't time.
#Person1#: The regulations state that the interest is paid at the rate of a Current Deposit, so unfortunately you will lose some interest.
#Person2#: Well, it can't be helped. I really must have that money. Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# wants to get the money from the Time Deposit and #Person1# reminds #Person2# of the maturity date and interest. But #Person2# insists on withdrawing the money.


#Person1#: I'm afraid I must be going now.
#Person2#: Must you? It's still early.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I really must. I have to meet a midnight plane.
#Person2#: In that case, we can't keep you.
#Person1#: Well, thank you very much for a pleasant evening.
#Person2#: Thank you for coming. You must come again.
#Person1#: Thank you. I will. Good-bye.
#Person2#: Good-bye. I wish you a very good journey home.

Summary: #Person1# says farewell to #Person2# to meet a midnight plane.


#Person1#: Mr. Carmichael, this is Ellen Bower calling again. You had said I should call this week to schedule an interview with you.
#Person2#: That's right, Ms. Bower. How are you? I'm not sure if I'll be able to fit you in this week, I'm afraid.
#Person1#: I understand, Mr. Carmichael. I'd be glad to make it some time next week.
#Person2#: All right, then. Why don't we say next Tuesday at 11:30 a. m. ?

Summary: Ellen Bower calls Mr. Carmichael for the schedule of an interview, and Mr. Carmichael sets it on the next Tuesday.


#Person1#: Could I see that automatic camera?
#Person2#: Of course. This camera is easy to operate.
#Person1#: Where is it made?
#Person2#: It's made in China.
#Person1#: Is it expensive?
#Person2#: Not very expensive.
#Person1#: I'll take this one.
#Person2#: OK. Do you want any film?
#Person1#: Yes, give me two rolls of Kodak color film.
#Person2#: Here you are.

Summary: #Person2# introduces the automatic camera to #Person1# and #Person1# will buy the camera and some films.


#Person1#: How many people are there in your family?
#Person2#: There are 15 people in my family.
#Person1#: What did you say? How many?
#Person2#: 15 people.
#Person1#: Wow. That is a very big family. Do you all live together?
#Person2#: Of course we do! My father's parents, Mum, Dad, three unmarried aunts, two uncles, my two brothers, my three sisters and me.
#Person1#: But you don't live at home anymore.
#Person2#: Right, but that's where my heart is. But you're right, now there are only 14 living at home.
#Person1#: My goodness! Your family must live in a huge house.
#Person2#: Yes. My family lives in rural Korea, near Pusan. We have a huge house. The first floor of the house is a part-time private school. In the afternoon, students come for special tutoring in biology, Englis
#Person1#: Wow! you grew up in a school! No wonder your English is excellent!
#Person2#: My aunts and uncles are all teachers.
#Person1#: You are so lucky!
#Person2#: I guess so. While growing up, I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year.
#Person1#: That's what i did in America. I was reading all the time. I was never a big TV watcher. TV wastes time.
#Person2#: I agree. Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English. All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English.
#Person1#: 800 books? I'm impressed!
#Person2#: My aunts studied in the American universities. They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English. That's what they learn here in America.

Summary: #Person2# says there are 15 members in #Person2#'s family. #Person2# tells #Person1# that although #Person2# has moved out, #Person2#'s heart is still with them. #Person2# shares #Person2#'s childhood life with #Person1#. #Person2# grows up in a school and reads a lot, so #Person2#'s English is excellent.


#Person1#: Thank heavens! You're back safe and sound. Everyone was worried on hearing about the air crash. And I had so many sleepless nights!
#Person2#: Yes, I know your feeling, dear! Even I myself don't know how I escaped it. I was the only lucky guy.

Summary: #Person1#'s grateful that #Person2#'s back safe and sound as the only survivor.


#Person1#: Excuse me, but I'm not feeling too well. I think I'm going to throw up.
#Person2#: There's an airsickness bag behind the seat that's in front of you.
#Person1#: I must've missed it.
#Person2#: Is this your first time flying?
#Person1#: Yes. I'm going to San Francisco.
#Person2#: Oh, it's a beautiful city. I think you'll like it.
#Person1#: Hey, I'm feeling much better already.
#Person2#: Sometimes if you don't think about it, that sick feeling will go away on its own.
#Person1#: Thanks. By the way, my name is Mary.
#Person2#: I'm Frank. Nice to meet you.

Summary: Mary doesn't feel well because it is her first time flying. Frank tells her there's an airsickness bag behind the seat.


#Person1#: Which church do you attend?
#Person2#: I am Mormon, so I go to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
#Person1#: What's the difference between this and other Churches?
#Person2#: Mormons believe that, after the death of Christ and the death of the Apostles10, their church Christ founded became corrupt and the authority of Christ on earth was lost to men. In 1830, a prophet named Joseph Smith was brought up by God to restore the church.
#Person1#: Then does that mean the other churches are corrupt?
#Person2#: That means that they all have parts of the original gospel, but not all.
#Person1#: Do you believe that Mormons have all of it?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Why do you really go to church?
#Person2#: We gather together to encourage each other, because we have common beliefs. We come together and call it church.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# attends the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints as Mormon, and how the Mormons' church and belief are different from others.


#Person1#: See how many people are here!
#Person2#: Yeah! Do all these people work in the company? Everyone and their dog is here!
#Person1#: Other than the employees, our boss Jack invited some friends of the company.
#Person2#: Can we just sit wherever we want?
#Person1#: Of course not! We have to sit at our assigned seats. I think our table is over there in the back.
#Person2#: Hmm. We don't exactly have the best seats in the house, do we?
#Person1#: Look who you get to sit next to--Tim from purchasing!
#Person2#: Www! That weirdo? ! He really gives me the creeps!
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm also sitting next to you.
#Person2#: I just hope he doesn't start bragging again!
#Person1#: I can't wait until we get our year-end bonus!
#Person2#: Me, either! Who decides how much money we get?

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# find there are so many people in their company. They have to sit at their assigned seats. They can't wait until they get their year-end bonus.


#Person1#: Miss Anna Black, right?
#Person2#: Yes, you're right.
#Person1#: Please take a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: So you're interested in a job as a waitress.
#Person2#: That's right. I saw your sign in the window asking for part-time waitress.
#Person1#: Hmm, have you worked as a waitress before?
#Person2#: Yes, I've worked as a waitress for two years at several different restaurants.
#Person1#: I see. Are you working now?
#Person2#: Yes, at the Palace restaurant on Prince Street.
#Person1#: That's a very nice restaurant. Why do you want to leave?
#Person2#: Because I can't work full-time at the moment. I'm taking some courses at university and need more time for study.
#Person1#: I see. What days are you available?
#Person2#: I'm free all day Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.
#Person1#: I'm afraid that's not what we want. We're looking for someone who can help us late in the week when we get very busy. That's Thursday afternoon, Friday afternoon and evening as well as all day Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sunday.
#Person2#: Oh, What a pity!

Summary: Miss Anna Black tells #Person1# about her working experience as a waitress. She wants to leave the current restaurant because she can't work full-time now. But #Person1# refuses her because her available days cannot meet #Person1#'s expectations.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, it's nice to see you again. Have you decided to go ahead and try for the Fixed Asset Loan?
#Person2#: I'm going to need some more info first. I was wondering about the repayments. How long would I have to pay back the loan?
#Person1#: That depends. Our repayment plans go from 1 year to 10 years. The Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan, you see. The loan can be paid in either monthly or quarterly instalments, to suit your needs.
#Person2#: And how much is payable in each instalment?
#Person1#: You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due.
#Person2#: Well, as far as I can see, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages. You've sold me! I'd like to go ahead.

Summary: #Person1# describes the Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan and can be paid part of the principle and interest in installment. #Person2# gets interests to continue.


#Person1#: Hey Mark. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Just watching some TV.
#Person1#: Anything interesting on?
#Person2#: Not really. Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN.
#Person1#: So I take it you're pretty bored too.
#Person2#: Just killing time until I find something to do. What are you going to do?
#Person1#: It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing. What's wrong with us?
#Person2#: You wanna shoot some hoops?
#Person1#: I already tried to call up some of the guys, but they are all busy.
#Person2#: Where's your girlfriend? I thought you were going out with her today.
#Person1#: She's out shopping with her friends.
#Person2#: Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then.
#Person1#: Aright. Do you have any cigarettes?
#Person2#: I only have a couple left. Why don't you pick some up on the way.
#Person1#: Ok. See you there in about 30 minutes.
#Person2#: Aright. See you there.

Summary: #Person1# and Mark are bored on Saturday. They decide to go to Starbucks to think of something to do.


#Person1#: What's the matter, Paul?
#Person2#: Can you believe this? I locked my keys in the car, and I have to go to the airport to pick up my aunt.
#Person1#: So, what are you going to do?
#Person2#: I don't know . . . Hey, do you think I could borrow your car for a few hours?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but I really need it this afternoon.
#Person2#: Well, could you drive me home? I have spare keys there.
#Person1#: Sure. That's no problem.
#Person2#: Oh, and Andy? Do you have a quarter for the phone? My wallet's in the car.
#Person1#: Here you go. Anything else?
#Person2#: No, that's it. Thanks. I really appreciate it.

Summary: Paul locked his keys and wallet in the car but he has to pick up his aunt from the airport. Andy agrees to drive Paul home and lends him a quarter for the phone.


#Person1#: I have some great news! I was able to switch to the night shift!
#Person2#: I knew everything would work out for you!
#Person1#: I got to meet the night Anger today too. We got along right from the start.
#Person2#: Wonderful! Do you already have your work schedule?
#Person1#: Not yet, I pick it up tomorrow.
#Person2#: Do you know what you will be doing yet?
#Person1#: Yes, I'll be managing the guys on the dock.
#Person2#: You're so good with people. I think they will like you!

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# is able to switch to the night shift.


#Person1#: Did you order the cake?
#Person2#: Oh,I forgot.
#Person1#: Get on the phone right now. It might not be too late.
#Person2#: I'm so sorry! OK, so you just want a simple message on it.
#Person1#: Yeah. How about 'Happy Birthday Tony, from the gang. '
#Person2#: I'm on it!

Summary: #Person1# reminds #Person2# to order a cake with a simple message.


#Person1#: When you write a novel, do you know where you're going, Dr. James?
#Person2#: Yes, you must, really, if you're writing the classical detective story, because it must be so carefully plotted and so carefully clued. I have schemes. I have charts. I have diagrams. It doesn't mean to say I always get it right, but I do plan before I begin writing. But what is so fascinating is how a book changes during the process of writing. It seems to me that creative writing is a process of revelation, really, rather than of creativity in the ordinary sense.
#Person1#: When you're planning the basic structure, do you like to go away to be sure that you're by yourself?
#Person2#: I need to be by myself certainly, absolutely. I can't even bear anybody else in the house. I don't mind much where I am as long as I've got enough space to write, but I need to be completely alone.
#Person1#: Is that very important to you?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I've never been lonely in all my life.
#Person1#: How extraordinary! Never?
#Person2#: No, never.
#Person1#: You're very lucky. Someone once said that there's a bit of ice at the heart of every writer.
#Person2#: Yes. I think this is true. The writer can stand aside from experience and look at it, watch it happening. There is this 'detachment' and I realize that there are obviously experiences which would overwhelm everyone. But very often, a writer can appear to stand aside, and this detachment makes people feel there's a bit of ice in the heart.

Summary: Dr. James tells #Person1# that he plans before he begins writing and he needs to be completely alone, but he doesn't mind where he is. He thinks that creative writing is a process of revelation. He agrees that there's a bit of ice at the heart of every writer.


#Person1#: Alright, Sara, we know that you're planning something big for John's birthday. Could you tell us just what you have in your mind?
#Person2#: I wanted to make his birthday a very special event. John has a sister living in France and I'll send her a plane ticket so that she can be here for his birthday.
#Person1#: Boy, what an excellent plan! That's something special. I kind of guessed you had some secret plan and we're waiting for the right time to tell me.
#Person2#: Well, I didn't want to say anything until I was sure she could come.

Summary: #Person1# asks Sara about the surprise for John's birthday. Sara plans to send a plane ticket to John's sister so his sister can be there for John's birthday.


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

Summary: #Person2# comes to see Mr. Lee. #Person1# shows #Person2# the way to Mr. Lee's office.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Could I ask you some questions?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: I work for an advertising agency and I'm doing some research. It's for a new magazine for people like you.
#Person2#: People like me? What do you mean?
#Person1#: People between 25 and 35 years old.
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Right. Urn, what do you do at the weekend?
#Person2#: Well, on Fridays, my wife always goes to her exercise class. Then, she visits friends.
#Person1#: Don't you go out?
#Person2#: Not on Fridays. I never go out on Fridays. I stay at home and watch television.
#Person1#: And on Saturdays?
#Person2#: On Saturdays my wife and I always go sailing together.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Mm, we love it. We never miss it. And then, in the evening, we go out.
#Person1#: Where to?
#Person2#: Different places. We sometimes go and see friends. We sometimes go to the cinema or restaurants. But we always go out on Saturday evenings.
#Person1#: I see. And now Sunday. What happens on Sundays?
#Person2#: Nothing special. We often go for a walk. And I always cook a big Sunday lunch.
#Person1#: Oh. How often do you do the cooking?
#Person2#: Urn, twice a week.., three times a week...
#Person1#: Thank you very much. All I need now are your personal details, your name, job and so on. What's your surname?
#Person2#: Robinson.

Summary: #Person1# is doing some research and interviews Robinson. Robinson tells #Person1# his wife exercises and visits friends on Friday. Robinson and his wife go sailing together on Saturday and they go for a walk on Sunday.


#Person1#: What happens if we make a deal and thirty to sixty days after delivery the price goes down and you didn't get the best possible price? How do I handle that?
#Person2#: Well, these things happens, I know that. You just have to stay straight with me.
#Person1#: Right! So how do I do that? What will make you happy?
#Person2#: Well, I suggest you just keep me posted. That should do it. That way the burden is on me to decide when to buy, not you.
#Person1#: Excuse me?
#Person2#: Yeah, it really is that simple. Every time there's a change in the items we do business on, you let me know. That's all you need to do.
#Person1#: What kind of change, just in prices?
#Person2#: No, any change. I want you to keep me as informed as you are. I need to know as much as you do. If you hear about something that might happen, then tell me about it. Tell me it's rumor, what it's based on and your opinion on how likely it is.
#Person1#: You mean on product availability, reliability and price?
#Person2#: No, everthing. Those things for sure, but also labor problems, raw materials, new subcontractors, mergers, in short, anything and everything. So I can make a fully informed decision.
#Person1#: So it's like you want me to be your eyes and ears into the industry. I can do that, provided the company I'm working for isn't hurt.
#Person2#: I think we'll get along fine.

Summary: #Person1# wants to know what should do if the price goes down after making the deal. #Person2# asks #Person1# to report to #Person2# if there's any change in the items they do business on, so #Person2# can make a fully informed decision.


#Person1#: Thank you very much for everything you have done for me during my stay in China.
#Person2#: And I must thank you again for your generous help.
#Person1#: The help is mutual. I must thank you to see me off. My wife and I will be looking forward to seeing you. You will come to see us, won't you?
#Person2#: I promise I will take the first chance to call on you. Please send your wife with my best regards.

Summary: #Person2# sees #Person1# off and thanks #Person1#. They hope to see each other soon.


#Person1#: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.
#Person2#: Where are the jobs?
#Person1#: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.
#Person2#: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.
#Person1#: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.
#Person2#: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!
#Person1#: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.
#Person2#: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me. Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.
#Person1#: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.
#Person2#: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?
#Person1#: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.
#Person2#: And what about accommodation?
#Person1#: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.
#Person2#: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?
#Person1#: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.
#Person2#: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?
#Person1#: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!
#Person2#: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.
#Person1#: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.
#Person2#: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.
#Person1#: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.
#Person2#: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.
#Person1#: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job!

Summary: #Person1# asks Mary's opinion about different jobs that #Person1# has been thinking about to apply for in Germany. They compare different aspects, like the salary, accommodation, cultural facilities, and educational possibilities, of the three cities which #Person1# may go to. Since Munich is a cultural center and Hamburg is near Britain, it is hard to make the decision. Finally, #Person1# decides to get the job in Hamburg after hearing Mary's suggestion.


#Person1#: Come on, Peter! It's nearly seven.
#Person2#: I'm almost ready.
#Person1#: We'll be late if you don't hurry.
#Person2#: One minute, please. I'm packing my things.
#Person1#: The teachers won't let us in if we are late.
#Person2#: OK. I'm ready.
#Person1#: Come on, then.
#Person2#: Oh, I'll have to get my money.
#Person1#: You don't need money when you are having the exam, do you?
#Person2#: Of course not. OK, Let's go... Oh, my God. I've forgot my watch.
#Person1#: You'll forget your head if you're not careful.
#Person2#: My mother says that, too.
#Person1#: I hope you'll be more careful in the exam.

Summary: #Person1# urges Peter to hurry up. But Peter forgets money and watch. #Person1# hopes him be more careful in the exam.


#Person1#: Here you are. How is Danny?
#Person2#: Better now. We are just back from the hospital. We were lucky to meet a well-known doctor.
#Person1#: What did the doctor say?
#Person2#: He said that he had a really bad cold.
#Person1#: Shall we go back home now?
#Person2#: The dispensary closed. Here is the given prescription.
#Person1#: I bought some advanced medicine. Is there anything you need?
#Person2#: Probably not. Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription.
#Person1#: Now what?
#Person2#: I'll go back home with Danny. You go to the pharmacy again.
#Person1#: Okay, this is the third time.
#Person2#: What? How come? The third time?
#Person1#: You don't have to know. Bye for now.
#Person2#: Be careful.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# Danny has a really bad cold. Since the dispensary closed, #Person2# asks #Person1# to go to the pharmacy to buy ethical drugs.


#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, would you like to tell me what's playing for tonight?
#Person1#: Sure. There is a folk concert tonight.
#Person2#: Are there any good seats left?
#Person1#: Sorry. There are only some seats in the back.
#Person2#: Well, what time does it begin?
#Person1#: It begins at 7 p. m. .
#Person2#: OK. I see.
#Person1#: How many tickets do you want?
#Person2#: Just two.
#Person1#: OK. Fifty yuan for each.
#Person2#: Here is the money.

Summary: #Person1# buys two tickets of a folk concert from #Person2#. The seats are in the back.


#Person1#: Miss Wang, how do you do? I'm Allan James, the director of human recourse department of this company.
#Person2#: How do you do, Mr. James? Thank you for asking me to come in.
#Person1#: Not at all. Please sit down, then we can begin.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: As you know, Miss Wang, we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills. We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Today's interview is for us to get to know a little about you. And the interview will last a little bit longer. So, if you're comfortable, I want to ask you some questions.

Summary: Allan James tells Miss Wang she's a good candidate for an executive secretary, then they're about to start the interview.


#Person1#: I'd like to taste some local dishes. What would you recommend?
#Person2#: That's fine. You must try this dish.
#Person1#: Could you tell me how this thing is cooked?
#Person2#: It's fish steamed and served with our special sauce.
#Person1#: Is it good?
#Person2#: Sure. It's a most popular dish.
#Person1#: I think I'll try it, and give me some green salad together.
#Person2#: We have two dressings for salad. Which one would you like?
#Person1#: What kind do you have?
#Person2#: We have French and Thousand Island.
#Person1#: Make it Thousand Island.

Summary: #Person1#'ll have the steamed fish with special sauce and green salad with Thousand Island dressing under #Person2#'s recommendation.


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

Summary: Irene tells Mr. Green her working experience and that she quits being a sales manager because she prefers something more professional.


#Person1#: Why don't you get another job for a change?
#Person2#: But I like my job, you know, I like fresh air, and the pay is not bad.
#Person1#: Look, digging gardens is not a job for a University graduate, if I were you I'd take some kind of direction lawyer teaching.
#Person2#: Teaching? Anything but that. It's so boring.
#Person1#: Come on, you really must think of the future.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. I'd like to be a doctor.
#Person1#: Well, you should think very seriously about that. It means a lot of study and then, working all sorts of hours.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe. But the idea sounds interesting.
#Person1#: Well, then you ought to get some information about it as soon as possible.

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person2# should get another job because digging garden is not suitable. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to be a doctor.


#Person1#: How many pieces of luggage do you want to check, sir?
#Person2#: I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this carry-on bag with me on board.
#Person1#: Ok. Is this your luggage properly labelled, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Ok. Would you please put all your luggage on the scales?
#Person2#: Sure. How about this carry-on bag?
#Person1#: Hand-baggage is not to be weighed, sir. . . I'm sorry, sir, you're 25 kilos overweight. I'm afraid there'll be an excess luggage charge, sir.
#Person2#: How much should I pay for the excess weight?
#Person1#: Ten yuan for each kilogram. You'll have to pay 250 yuan for the excess baggage.

Summary: #Person1# assists #Person2# to check three pieces of luggage. #Person2# has to pay 250 yuan for excess baggage.


#Person1#: This line is so long.
#Person2#: Yes. It was a quarter past seven when we began to wait and we have already been waiting for half an hour.
#Person1#: I guess they're doing a really thorough check.
#Person2#: What are they checking for?
#Person1#: They need to make sure no one is carrying any weapons.
#Person2#: I'm glad they checked only for that. Or it will surely be longer.
#Person1#: They also have to make sure no one has drugs.
#Person2#: Wow. I guess that's why the police dogs are here.
#Person1#: Yes. Look. There are only 3 people ahead.
#Person2#: After that, can we board the bus?
#Person1#: Yes. We're almost there.
#Person2#: Good.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting in a long line. #Person1# tells #Person2# it's because the police need to thoroughly check weapons and drugs.


#Person1#: May I speak to Mr. Li?
#Person2#: Which Li, ma'am? There are two Lis here.
#Person1#: Oh? Mr. Li, head of the Export Section.
#Person2#: Oh, the chief? That's Mr. Michael Li, then.
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but Mr. Li's gone on a trip.
#Person1#: I see. When will he return?
#Person2#: He'll be back next Monday.
#Person1#: All right. I'll call on Monday again.
#Person2#: May I have your name?
#Person1#: Mrs. Dorothy Preston.
#Person2#: Mrs. Dorothy Preston. Is that Dorothy with a 'y'?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I'll tell Mr. Li you called when he returns.
#Person1#: Thank you.

Summary:
Mrs. Dorothy calls to speak to Mr. Li, who isn't in.
#Person2# will tell Mr. Li Mrs. Dorothy has called.


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

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experience in advertising, the qualities #Person2# thinks an advertising planner should have, and the most important thing #Person2#'s learned at work.


#Person1#: Do you like swimming?
#Person2#: Yes. Swimming is one of my most favorite sports, indoors or out-doors.
#Person1#: Me too. Swimming is a very good exercise for health. It combines water, bath, sunbath, and air bath together. It promotes the growth and haleness of muscles, bone, viscera and nerve systems.
#Person2#: I have never thought that swimming can bring us so many benefits. I only know that swimming in great waves and deep running water can train people's spirits, and enable people to be fearless of the hardships, dangers and difficulties and become brave and staunch.
#Person1#: Have you ever swum in a river or a lake?
#Person2#: Yes, but not always. However, I won't let it go if I have a chance.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the benefits of swimming, and #Person2# wants to swim in a river or a lake if there's a chance.


#Person1#: What do you think of the products at the furniture store downtown?
#Person2#: I think they have a very good range of products. I like the quality of them. You get good quality for the price that you pay. And most of the products are environmentally sound.
#Person1#: What can you usually buy there?
#Person2#: Well, I usually buy functional furniture, such as bookcases, cupboards and armchairs. And sometimes I buy table cloths and bed sheets.
#Person1#: Is there anything you don't like about shopping there?
#Person2#: Oh, there is. It can be very crowded because it's a popular store, and you get a lot of people. It often results in very long lines at the checkouts. You can wait for quite a long time to pay for your goods.
#Person1#: So... are you planning another trip to the store?
#Person2#: Yes, I expect so. I'll probably go again in January for the sales.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the furniture store has various products and their products are environmentally sound. #Person2# usually buys functional furniture there and will go shopping again in January.


#Person1#: Hello. Thank you for calling Spend Mart.
#Person2#: Is this the Customer Service Desk?
#Person1#: Yes. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I bought a sweater from your store a week ago. It says size 12. But actually it is a size 10. Can I exchange it?
#Person1#: Do you have the receipt with you?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: I'd like to apologize for the mistake. Please come on down with your receipt and the sweater to exchange it for the size you want.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are welcome.

Summary: #Person2# wants to exchange the sweater in the wrong size. #Person1# apologizes for the mistake and reminds #Person1# to bring the receipt.


#Person1#: How can I help you, miss?
#Person2#: Could you break a $20 bill for me?
#Person1#: Sure, how do you want it?
#Person2#: Could I have some fives and the rest in ones?
#Person1#: Well, I have 2 fives, but I don't have enough ones. Are quarters fine with you?
#Person2#: Oh, that's even better. In that case, I won't have to worry about the small change for the bus later.
#Person1#: Here you go.
#Person2#: Thanks a million.

Summary: #Person2# requests #Person1# to break a $20 bill into some fives and ones for her. #Person1# agrees.


#Person1#: Dr. Stone, how did you become an expert on smell?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't intend to in the first place. But when I was in university, there was a course on senses. The other senses seem to be more concrete somehow, but smell is so personal. I found it extremely interesting.
#Person1#: Do you have any interesting information to give us about smells?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. Did you know that it's harder to forget smells than to forget facts? There have been experiments where people could pick out a particular smell thirty days after smelling it for the first time.
#Person1#: Really? So smells can bring back more memories than, say, music?
#Person2#: That seems to be the case.
#Person1#: That's interesting. So what's your favorite smell?
#Person2#: Oh, I have lots of different ones. The smells of the sea reminds me of happy family holidays, and the smell of roses makes me think of my friend's house. Strangely enough, I like the smell of air craft fuel at airports. Then I know I am going to fly somewhere exciting. But it's the general smell of my garden in the rain that I really like the most. That means I am at home where I should be.

Summary: Dr. Stone shares with #Person1# how he became an expert on smell, some interesting information about smells and the favorite smell.


#Person1#: Wow! What's the hold up?
#Person2#: It ' s probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend. Nobody sticks around in the summer.
#Person1#: Really? Then, I guess I won ' t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab?
#Person2#: Actually, you might because there ' s a big convention in town this weekend.
#Person1#: I ' m not too worried about it. I always seem to find something.

Summary: #Person2# thinks nobody sticks around in the town but it might be hard for #Person1# to find a room or cab because of the big convention.


#Person1#: Hi Marina, I'm sorry to keep you waiting. I bought a map in the bookstore.
#Person2#: Oh, we don't need a map at all. I'll be your tour guide. I'm familiar with every corner of the city. Chinatown, Broadway, Central Park, the Natural History Museum.
#Person1#: That's great. Where should we go first, Broadway? I've been dreaming of watching a musical there.
#Person2#: It's the best to go there in the evening. How about going to Central Park first?
#Person1#: OK. What's there to see?
#Person2#: Lots of trees, walking paths, statues and areas for performances, you can relax in a wonderful nature, setting in the middle of a busy city. The Natural History Museum is located on its west side.
#Person1#: Many famous people mentioned to Central Park in their books. It must be a place worth visiting.
#Person2#: It certainly is.
#Person1#: Where shall we go for dinner? A restaurant in Chinatown?
#Person2#: We can go there next time. I have a classmate living in Harlem and he is very interested in Chinese culture and wants to see you. We'll have dinner there, if you don't mind.
#Person1#: No, I don't, it will be nice to meet someone who loves Chinese culture. I want to learn more about Harlem, its food and music.
#Person2#: Harlem has an interesting lifestyle, you'll really love the music there. After dinner we'll go to Broadway. If we're lucky we can buy tickets to see a show.
#Person1#: I just can't wait to go.
#Person2#: OK, let's go and take a ride on the largest subway system in America.

Summary: Marina recommends #Person1# to go Broadways in the evening and go to Central Park first. They will have dinner with one of Marina's friends who loves Chinese culture and wants to meet #Person1#. After dinner, they will go to Broadway.


#Person1#: Do you know who's just got married? Old McDonald.
#Person2#: Never! He's over 80, isn't he?
#Person1#: He's nearly 90.
#Person2#: Good gracious! Are you sure?
#Person1#: I am. What's more, his wife is 84.
#Person2#: Is she really?
#Person1#: Yes, she is. And guess what, he is her sixth husband.
#Person2#: Really? Quite a woman, isn't she?

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that Old McDonald, who is nearly 90, got married. #Person2# is surprised.


#Person1#: Good morning. May I speak to Mister Smith, please?
#Person2#: Speaking.
#Person1#: This is the front desk. I'm afraid that the heating in your room needs repairing, we would like to request you to change your room. We're terribly sorry for the inconvenience.
#Person2#: Ok, but I'm going out in about half an hour.
#Person1#: What time will you be back?
#Person2#: Around 8:00 o'clock I suppose.
#Person1#: Then we would repair the heating while you are out. You may pick up your new room key, number 601 from the front desk when you return.
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, Sir.

Summary: #Person1# requests Mister Smith to change his room as the heating needs repairing. Mister Smith can pick up the new room key from the front desk when he returns.


#Person1#: What sort of shopping is nearby, Mr. Taylor?
#Person2#: Call me John. This is a great area of the city for shopping. There ' s a grocery store just around the corner.
#Person1#: What about things other than food?
#Person2#: Well, the Riverside Mall has 200 stores in it, including four major department stores.
#Person1#: Are there small shops near here as well?
#Person2#: Yes, on 4th street, near the movie theater there are many specialty shops, including clothing boutiques.
#Person1#: Well, that sounds just wonderful.
#Person2#: Yes, it ' s a really nice neighborhood.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# a grocery store is around the corner and there're also many stores and specialty shops.


#Person1#: Allan, I am really disappointed by your lack of effort on this project.
#Person2#: Look, Sally. I ' Ve put just as much work into this as anybody else.
#Person1#: No, I ' m sorry. I disagree. I don ' t think you ' Ve been working at full speed at all.
#Person2#: Well. I ' m sorry you feel that way.

Summary: Sally thinks Allan hasn't been working hard on the project. Allan disagrees.


#Person1#: Hello!
#Person2#: Hello, Mike! This is Jane.
#Person1#: Oh. Hello, Jane!
#Person2#: Listen, Mike! I've got a real problem.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: The car's broken down.
#Person1#: Oh, not again.
#Person2#: Yeah. I checked the oil and I checked almost everything. It's just not starting at all.
#Person1#: You have to get rid of it, you know.
#Person2#: I know, I know. But look, the thing is, I've got to pick Tom up at the airport. Can I......?
#Person1#: Use my car? Yes, of course.
#Person2#: That'll be great! It's very kind of you.
#Person1#: Come on when you like. I don't need it till tonight.
#Person2#: OK! I'll be around in about an hour. Thanks a lot!
#Person1#: It's all right. See you then!
#Person2#: See you!

Summary: Jane tells Mike her car is broken but she has to pick Tom. Mike lends his car to her.


#Person1#: Customer Service. Anthony Grant speaking. How may I help you?
#Person2#: I can't believe this is happening. I called and ordered a 32-inch bag last Friday. But today I found that you sent a 24-inch one. I'm planning to use that bag during our vacation in Mexico. But it doesn't seem possible any more, because we'll take off on Saturday. It's only 2 days away. What am I supposed to do?
#Person1#: I'm really sorry, madam. I'll check right away. Would you please tell me your order number?
#Person2#: It's CE2938.
#Person1#: Just a minute. I do apologize, madam. There did seem to be a mistake. I'll have the correct size bag sent to you by overnight mail right away. It will arrive in time for your Saturday trip. Again I apologize for any inconvenience caused by our mistake. I promise it won't happen again.
#Person2#: OK, well. Thank you.
#Person1#: Thank you, madam, for choosing Lynch Mail. I hope you have a wonderful vacation.

Summary: #Person2# calls customer service because she received a bag in the wrong size which is for a trip only two days away. Anthony apologizes and will send the correct one overnight.


#Person1#: Excuse me, do you know where the auditorium is?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I'm looking for it, too, because my friend is waiting for me there. She had literature classes there this morning. I think it's this way.
#Person1#: Do you mind if I walk with you?
#Person2#: Of course not. What class do you have there?
#Person1#: I'm taking the introductory economics class. I hear it's a big class.
#Person2#: Yeah, my roommate took the class last semester and she said there were over 300 people in the lecture hall.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# how to get to the auditorium but #Person2#'s also looking for it. Then they walk together to find it.


#Person1#: Room Reservations. Good afternoon.
#Person2#: I'd like to book a double room for December 4th.
#Person1#: That's fine, sir. A double room for December 4th, right?
#Person2#: Yes. What is the rate, please?
#Person3#: The current rate is 35 dollars per night a room.
#Person2#: What services come with that?
#Person1#: You'll have a radio, a color television, a telephone and a newspaper delivered to your room every day.
#Person2#: That sounds not bad. I'll take it.
#Person1#: How long will you be staying?
#Person2#: From the evening of December 4th to the morning of December 7th.
#Person1#: That'll be three nights. Could you tell me your name, please?
#Person2#: Yes, this is Bill.
#Person1#: And what is your telephone number, please?
#Person2#: (0211) 268 4563.
#Person1#: (0211) 2678 4563. Thank you vary much, and we look forward to seeing you on December 4th.
#Person2#: Great. That's all. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye.

Summary: Bill wants to book a double room for December 4th. #Person1# tells Bill the rate and the services. Bill leaves the telephone number and takes it.


#Person1#: I'Ve just found a mouse in the house!
#Person2#: Ow! Don't shout so loud. Calm down. Please stop shouting and sit quietly down.
#Person1#: I found a mouse in our house, a grown mouse running around the dinning room.
#Person2#: Where is it now?
#Person1#: It's under the couch.
#Person2#: Now, move the couch around and turn it upside down.
#Person1#: Ok, I don't want a mouse in our house. We have the tidiest house in the town.
#Person2#: Yes darling. You are quite right.

Summary: #Person1# shouted that #Person1# found a mouse. #Person2# asks #Person1# to calm down and move the couch.


#Person1#: Hello, Deva, how are you?
#Person2#: Can't complain. What about you?
#Person1#: Not bad. Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband?
#Person2#: I've heard. She looks quite depressed.
#Person1#: Yes. They used to be joined at the hip.
#Person2#: I heard they were just married for 5 months.
#Person1#: Yes, she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things.
#Person2#: Yeah. Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden.
#Person1#: You said it. You know, they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage.
#Person2#: Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married.
#Person1#: Yeah. We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners.
#Person2#: Definitely. That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce.
#Person1#: We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners.
#Person2#: That's true. Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon.

Summary: #Person1# and Deva are talking about Wendy's divorce. They think the Chinese share different lifestyles and values with that of foreigners and that explains why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce.


#Person1#: Oh. Hi there. A beauty, isn't she?
#Person2#: Well ...
#Person1#: Do you want to take her a test ride?
#Person2#: Well ... Um. How old is it?
#Person1#: Well, it's only three years old?
#Person2#: And what's the mileage?
#Person1#: Uh, let me check. Oh yes. 75,000 miles.
#Person2#: 75,000 miles? That's quite a bit for a car that's only three years old.
#Person1#: Well, once you're in the driver's seat, you'll fall in love with her. Get in.
#Person2#: Ugh ... Uh, I can't seem to get the door open. [Ah, it's okay.] It could be broken.
#Person1#: Ah, just give her a little tap. Ugh. Now she's opened.
#Person2#: Great. A door I have to beat up to open.
#Person1#: Hey. Get in and start her up. [Woman tries to start the car ...] [Um] Well, it's probably the battery. I know she has enough gas in her, and I had our mechanic check her out just yesterday. Try it again.
#Person2#: Uh. It sounds a little rough to me. [Well ...] How much is this minivan anyway?
#Person1#: Oh. It's a real bargain today and tomorrow only at $15,775, plus you get the extended warranty covering defects, wear, and tear beyond the normal maintenance on the vehicle for an extra $500 for the next 30,000 miles. [Oh ...] with a few minor exclusions.
#Person2#: Like ...?
#Person1#: Well, I mean, it covers everything except for the battery, and light bulbs, and brake drums, exhaust system, trim and moldings, upholstery and carpet, paint, tires ... Well, a short list, you know.
#Person2#: Uh. Well, almost $16,000 is a little out of my price range, plus the seats covers are torn a little.
#Person1#: Well, hey, I might be able to talk the manager into lowering the price another two hundred dollars, but that's about all.
#Person2#: No thanks. I think I'll just keep looking.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to have a test ride on the car and shows the mileage of the car, how to open the door and how to start the car. #Person2# asks #Person1# about the price and the maintenance service included and then #Person2# thinks the price is out of the price range.


#Person1#: What kind of job are you interested in?
#Person2#: I want a job in which I can use English, I would also like to be able to have some responsibility in my work.
#Person1#: I really appreciate that I would expect my secretary to be able to work independently and take over some of my ordinary responsibilities, such as answering routine correspondence, taking phone calls for me and sometimes assisting me with personal affairs.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. In my previous job, I did typing and filing everyday.
#Person1#: Have you had any experience as a guide?
#Person2#: Well, not exactly, but I have shown some of my foreign friends around Beijing.
#Person1#: Once in a while we have visitors from abroad and I would like to be able to ask my secretary to take them shopping and sightseeing.
#Person2#: I think I would like that.

Summary: #Person2# prefers a job where #Person2# can use English and have some responsibility. #Person1# expresses some expected requirements for a secretary. #Person2# thinks #Person2# can do the job.


#Person1#: Hello, everyone. Welcome to our program. Today, we are fortunate to have a special guest with us. Some of you may have heard of him before. He's an artist. His works have received many prizes and have been shown in over one hundred exhibitions across the country - Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, to name just a few. His name is Chris Cucksy. So Chris, tell us a bit about yourself.
#Person2#: Well, I was born in Springfield, Missouri, and grew up in Kansas. I didn't come from a family with wealth or position, but I did manage to get a master's degree in fine arts.
#Person1#: When did you first start to make art? And what was the turning point in your life that made you an artist?
#Person2#: I always liked drawing as early as I can remember, so right from then, I knew what I was going to be: an artist.
#Person1#: What is it that always inspires you to create?
#Person2#: Nature is the biggest inspiration. I'm always inspired by things of beauty and harmony.

Summary: #Person1# interviews Chris Cucksy, an artist, in #Person1#'s program. Chris introduces himself and tells #Person1# he started drawing very early and he was inspired by nature.


#Person1#: RU ru. Hey, can you get your dog to stop barking? Some people are trying to sleep around here.
#Person2#: Now wait a minute. Princes just barking because your cat is screaming all over the place.
#Person1#: But do you know what time it is? It's 1:00 AM and I've got to get up at 6:00 to go to work. If I don't get some sleep soon, they'll be 1 less dog in the world.
#Person2#: Are you frightening my dog?
#Person1#: I'm merely telling you the truth, barking at night is one of the leading causes of death in dogs.
#Person2#: You're mad.
#Person1#: That's possible. Get your dog to close his mouth.
#Person2#: You ought to shut your own mouth.
#Person1#: Berenice, get the poison.
#Person2#: Now come here, Prince. Nice boy. I'm going to take you inside.

Summary: #Person2#'s dog barks at midnight and #Person1# asks #Person2# to get #Person2#'s dog to stop barking. Then they begin to quarrel.


#Person1#: What's the matter with my wife?
#Person2#: She had a sudden heart attack.
#Person1#: I guess so. It was very terrible when she was at the onset of the illness. I am worried that I would lose her.
#Person2#: Don't worry. She is much better now. But you are not permitted to disturb her at the moment.
#Person1#: I know. But is she out of danger now?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, Doctor.
#Person2#: My pleasure.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1#'s wife had a sudden heart attack but is out of danger now.


#Person1#: Why are you so excited, Edward? Is there anything happy?
#Person2#: Of course. Not only happy, but also meaningful. I took the subway to school this morning. Iin the subway station, I saw one novel lying on a seat there and another near the elevator.
#Person1#: Really? They must have been put there by someone for sharing.
#Person2#: Yes, I was curious in red one. What a good way to kill time on the way. I plan to put my book there, too. Just for sharing.
#Person1#: Great. But please, place it in a proper place and don't bother the traffic.
#Person2#: OK, I will.

Summary: Edward is excited because he thinks it's a good way to put books on the subway for people to kill time.


#Person1#: I was told my friend Joe was speaking ill of me. That's a real let-down.
#Person2#: I don't think Joe has done such a thing. Don't believe things in haste.
#Person1#: Maybe I should go and ask him whether it's true.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about a friend, Joe.


#Person1#: Could you help me prepare for my presentation on Friday?
#Person2#: I would love to help you prepare for your presentation.
#Person1#: I hate to ask you to do something like that.
#Person2#: This will not interfere with my work. I promise you that.
#Person1#: When could we get together?
#Person2#: I could easily give you some time tomorrow night.
#Person1#: Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door?
#Person2#: Yes, and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with?
#Person1#: I'll come prepared.
#Person2#: Goodbye until then. I promise you that you'll do well after we meet.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to help prepare a presentation. #Person2# agrees and asks #Person1# to write down some problems #Person1# has.


#Person1#: Good morning, what seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: Good morning, Mrs. Brown. I have a cough and a fever and I feel very tired all the time.
#Person1#: And how long have you been feeling like this?
#Person2#: Three days now.
#Person1#: Let me have a look. Open your mouth, please. Wider, please. Now say 'Ah'.
#Person2#: Ah.
#Person1#: Now take your shirt off, please. Breathe in, breathe out. OK, you can put your shirt back on now.
#Person2#: What seems to be the problem? Do I suffer from bird flu or is there something wrong with my lung?
#Person1#: Oh, no. Don't be so nervous. You just have a bad cold. Do you work in an air conditioned office?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: I thought so. I see many people who work in air conditioned offices. It's the air conditioning, you see. it's really not very good for your health.
#Person2#: So what would you suggest, doctor?
#Person1#: I suggest you get out of the office as regularly as possible. Walk around and get some fresh air. That will help. You also need to get more exercise. Do you play any sports?
#Person2#: I sometimes play tennis in summer. But to be honest, I'm too busy to get regular exercised.
#Person1#: Then I suggest you try playing more often, say, once a week.
#Person2#: OK, no problem. Thank you doctor. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye.

Summary: Mrs. Brown gives #Person2# a check and says #Person2# has a bad cold because of air conditioning. She suggests #Person2# get out of the office as regularly as possible and get more exercise.


#Person1#: I hear that you've been to the Saikei Ski Resort for the weekend. Did you enjoy it?
#Person2#: Yes, it's so exciting, though I had the most falls in our skiing team.
#Person1#: Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski?
#Person2#: Of course there is. The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration.
#Person1#: Could you move smoothly?
#Person2#: Yes. My face even ached in the icy wind.
#Person1#: What happened afterwards?
#Person2#: I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop! You can just imagine how terrified I was.
#Person1#: Poor girl!

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s weekend in Saikei Ski Resort.


#Person1#: Room service. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, the food you have just sent here is cool. Would you please heat them up?
#Person1#: I am sorry for that. We will send someone to your room right now.
#Person2#: That's fine. Quickly please, we are so hungry.

Summary: #Person2# calls room service as the food they have sent is cool. #Person1# apologizes and will send someone immediately.


#Person1#: You ran into my car.
#Person2#: That was my fault. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: You messed up my car.
#Person2#: I don't see any damage.
#Person1#: My rear bumper is messed up.
#Person2#: I don't see anything wrong with it.
#Person1#: It's smashed in.
#Person2#: That's not my fault.
#Person1#: The same thing is wrong with your bumper.
#Person2#: I'll take care of everything. I just need your phone number and insurance.
#Person1#: I need your information too.
#Person2#: Here you go.

Summary: #Person2# ran into #Person1#'s car. #Person2# promises to take responsibility and they exchange their information.


#Person1#: What do you like to do with your free time?
#Person2#: Study English.
#Person1#: You mean you like to study English? Why?
#Person2#: It gives me great satisfaction.
#Person1#: Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction. It's hard work.
#Person2#: I don't mind the work. I think it's worthwhile.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# likes studying English in #Person2#'s free time.


#Person1#: I've got to put together a sales pitch to give to our clients in the morning. You always give such amazing presentations, I was hoping you could give me some advice about how to win them over tomorrow.
#Person2#: Sure, it's easy. First of all, the secret to a successful oral presentation is to keep things simple. People are listening and they usually don't have a long attention spans. Stick to about three or four points, give an overview of the points, then present them one by one, and then summarzie at the end. Be straightforward and organized and you're sure to be remembered.
#Person1#: What kind of visuals should I use to support the presentation? Do you think I should use powerpoint?
#Person2#: You should consider the size and interests of your audience. In other words, who is listening, and what do they want to hear... you can put together a PPT with some graphics and animations that will catch people's attention, but be careful not to go overboard.
#Person1#: I think I can put something together, no problem. But when it comes to tomorrow, I'll just be a bundle of nerves! How can I get over my fear of speaking in public?
#Person2#: You know, stage fright is very normal, most people get nervous before they have to speak in front of large groups. Just prepare well, rehearse beforehand, and trust that you will be great... and you will be!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# for some advice on how to give amazing presentations, what kind of visuals should be used and how to get over the fear of speaking in public.


#Person1#: Ok, let ' s go through this one more time. I don ' t want anymore ruined or dyed blouses!
#Person2#: I know, I know. OK, so I have to separate the colors from the whites and put them in this strange looking contraption so called washing machine.
#Person1#: Right. You have to turn it on and program it depending on what type of clothes you are washing. For example for delicates, you should set a shorter washing cycle. Also, be sure to use fabric softener and this detergent when washing.
#Person2#: So complicated! Ok, what about this red wine stain? How do I get it out?
#Person1#: Since this is a white t-shirt, you can just pour a little bit of bleach on it and it will do the trick.
#Person2#: Cool. Then I can just throw everything in the dryer for an hour and it ' s all set right?
#Person1#: No! Since you are washing delicates and cotton, you should set the dryer to medium heat and for twenty minutes.
#Person2#: You know what? I ' ll just have everything dry cleaned.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# how to use the washing machine to wash different kinds of clothes and have them dried. #Person2# finds it complicated and difficult.


#Person1#: I am absolutely famished.
#Person2#: Yeah. I am too.
#Person1#: Where did you want to go for lunch?
#Person2#: I was thinking we should just go to the cafeteria.
#Person1#: I don't think I ever got food from the cafeteria.
#Person2#: I actually like the food there.
#Person1#: Does the cafeteria sell a lot of different food?
#Person2#: They have anything you want.
#Person1#: I was thinking about getting some Chinese food.
#Person2#: I bought some chow mein at the cafeteria. It tasted great.
#Person1#: We can eat at the cafeteria.
#Person2#: I think you'll really like the food there.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are famished. #Person2# suggests going to the cafeteria for lunch and #Person1# agrees.