#Person1#: Mom, I'm starving.
#Person2#: Here are some biscuits. Why are you back so early today?
#Person1#: My teacher had a sudden stomachache, so the class was cut shot. You?
#Person2#: Me what?
#Person1#: You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual.
#Person2#: It's not for us.
#Person1#: Then it's for Dad, isn't it? It's so unfair!
#Person2#: Don't be a smarty-pants. It's for Grandma Wang.
#Person1#: What was that again?
#Person2#: It's for Grandma Wang. She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago. So she needs our help.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, I didn't know that. But I wanna help.
#Person2#: Umm, let me think for a moment. We can meet her together after I finish cooking.
#Person1#: I'll get knee to knee with her.
#Person2#: Good boy. I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you.

Summary: #Person1# comes home early to find his mother's cooking earlier than usual. His mother tells him it's for Grandma Wang who is sick and alone. #Person1#'ll also help.


#Person1#: What are the seasons like in your city?
#Person2#: Summers are hot and usually lasts a long time. Winters are short, but cold, wet, and windy. I love the summers in my city, but I hate the wintertime.
#Person1#: Does it ever rain in summer?
#Person2#: We usually get a big thunderstorm every two weeks, but apart from that, summers are dry. Thunderstorms make the air fresh again, so most people don't mind then.
#Person1#: What are spring and autumn like?
#Person2#: I like spring because flowers bloom and trees grow leaves again. In spring, the weather is very changeable-sometimes cold, sometimes warm. It's usually windy with some rain. Autumn is usually sunny and dry, but it's gradually gets colder as winter arrives. What are the seasons like in you city?
#Person1#: Well, I live in the southern hemisphere, so our summertime is your wintertime, and vice versa. We get some rain in every season, but most is in winter. In winter, it sometimes gets cold, but our winters are usually quite mild. Summers are warm, but not hot. Spring and autumn are both very short-sometimes just a few weeks each. The weather is very changeable then-just like spring in your city.
#Person2#: Do you usually go on a summer holiday?
#Person1#: No, I don't. I go on a winter holiday instead. I go somewhere warm.
#Person2#: I usually go on holiday during the spring or the autumn. I try to go somewhere where the weather is more reliable than in my city.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s city has a long summer with a big thunderstorm every two weeks and a short but cold winter. The weather is very changeable in spring in #Person2#'s city. #Person1# lives in the southern hemisphere, so the climate is opposite to #Person2#.


#Person1#: I'm having problems getting into the school email system. It keeps telling me that my password is wrong.
#Person2#: Hum when was the last time you checked your email?
#Person1#: Beats me! Sometime last week, maybe Monday.
#Person2#: Well, if you keep having the problem, you can go to the school IT center. Show the teachers there your student card and they will give you a new password. You can then get in with the new one.
#Person1#: But where is the IT center?
#Person2#: Oh, it's in the rounds building, behind Frost Wu. Over there, you see?
#Person1#: Yes, thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. By the way, the center isn't open now. It's closed every Tuesday afternoon. You'd better go there tomorrow.

Summary: #Person1# cannot log into the school email system and #Person2# suggests going to the IT centre for help.


#Person1#: Are the expressions of sight draft, time draft, usance draft and letter of credit adequate terms to express the different methods of payment?
#Person2#: No. These terms need to be amplified.
#Person1#: What if the sale is made on the basis of sight draft?
#Person2#: Then the shipping documents have to be attached. That way, both parties confirm the documents that will accompany the draft and constitute evidence of shipment in compliance with the contract terms.
#Person1#: Therefore, we must be very careful in building up clear expressions and complete understanding on both sides of trade.
#Person2#: Yes, that's very important.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the terms should be amplified to express the different methods of payment. They must be very careful in building up clear expressions.


#Person1#: Where are you feeling the pain?
#Person2#: I can't stand up! My stomach is killing me!
#Person1#: Can you put your hand where it hurts the most?
#Person2#: It hurts smack in the middle of my gut!
#Person1#: Did this just come on suddenly?
#Person2#: I felt OK until an hour or so ago, and then I just doubled over.
#Person1#: Have you exercised strenuously or played sports recently?
#Person2#: No, and I don't usually get a lot of stomachaches.
#Person1#: We need to get you to an emergency room to see what the problem is.
#Person2#: I think that that is the best way to figure out what is causing this. Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# can't bear with the stomachache. #Person1# will get #Person2# to an emergency room to check the problem.


#Person1#: Hi, what brings you to my office today?
#Person2#: I have been getting really short of breath, and my coach wanted to have a doctor check me out.
#Person1#: Have you had the flu lately?
#Person2#: No, I have been pretty healthy. I just have trouble taking a really deep breath.
#Person1#: Have you ever been tested for allergies?
#Person2#: Peaches make me break out, but I don't have any other allergies.
#Person1#: Does this happen all the time or maybe a little more in the cold weather?
#Person2#: I have noticed that it is worse when I am under stress, like during finals week.
#Person1#: I feel that you should see a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma.
#Person2#: I appreciate the referral, doctor.

Summary: #Person2# has trouble breathing lately and it's worse when under stress. #Person1# suggests seeing a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma.


#Person1#: Hey Taxi! Ah great. Thanks for pulling over.
#Person2#: Where to?
#Person1#: Well, I'm going to the National Museum of Art, and ....
#Person2#: Sure. Hop in. No problem. Hang on!
#Person1#: Uh. Excuse me. How long does it take to get there?
#Person2#: Well, that all depends on the traffic, but it shouldn't take more than twenty minutes for the average driver. [Oh]. And I'm not average. I have driving down to an art, so we should be able to cruise through traffic and get there in less than fifteen minutes.
#Person1#: Okay. Uh, sorry for asking [Yeah?], but do you have any idea how much the fare will be?
#Person2#: Oh, it shouldn't be more than 18 dollars ... not including a ... uh-hum ... a tip of course.
#Person1#: Oh, and by the way, do you know what time the museum closes?
#Person2#: Well, I would guess around 6:00 O'clock.
#Person1#: Uh, do you have the time?
#Person2#: Yeah. It's half past four. [Thanks] Uh, this IS your first time to the city, right?
#Person1#: Yeah. How did you know?
#Person2#: Well, you can tell tourists from a mile away in this city because they walk down the street looking straight up at the skyscrapers.
#Person1#: Was it that obvious?
#Person2#: Well ...
#Person1#: Oh, before I forget, can you recommend any good restaurants downtown that offer meals at a reasonable price?
#Person2#: Umm ... Well, the Mexican restaurant, La Fajita, is fantastic. [Oh] It's not as inexpensive as other places I know, but the decor is very authentic, [Okay] and the portions are larger than most places I've been to.
#Person1#: Sounds great! How do I get there from the museum?
#Person2#: Well, you can catch the subway right outside the museum. There are buses that run that way, but you would have to transfer a couple of times. And there are taxis too, but they don't run by the museum that often.
#Person1#: Okay. Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# who is a tourist wants to go to the National Museum of Art and asks #Person2# the duration and the fee of getting there and the opening time of the museum. Then #Person1# asks #Person2# for restaurant recommendation and directions.


#Person1#: Hello, Mrs. Chu. Do you feel better today?
#Person2#: Oh, much better. Thank you.
#Person1#: Can I ask you some questions now?
#Person2#: Certainly.
#Person1#: First, do you remember what the driver looks like?
#Person2#: Yes. He was about fifty. He looked quite old and not very tall. Oh, and he had thick lips.
#Person1#: OK. When the accident happened, where were you going?
#Person2#: I was walking fast because I had to help my grandson to pay a bill.
#Person1#: I see. After the driver knocked you down, he got out of his car and looked at you, didn't he?
#Person2#: Yes, he did. I was bleeding, so he looked scared and then hurried back to the car.
#Person1#: Do you remember his clothes?
#Person2#: Yes. I looked at him when he was getting in his car. He wore an orange T-shirt, grey trousers, and leather shoes.
#Person1#: Ok, I think I have enough information now. Thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome.

Summary: #Person1# asks Mrs. Chu about the car accident and the appearance of the culprit. Mrs. Chu says the culprit wore an orange T-shirt, grey trousers, and leather shoes.


#Person1#: I know you're sleepy and I hate to bother you, but I think you're late for work.
#Person2#: Oh, no. I forgot to turn the alarm clock on!
#Person1#: Don't worry. I can give you a lift.
#Person2#: Thank you. You save me.

Summary: #Person1# will give #Person2#, who oversleeps, a lift.


#Person1#: Did you have your television repaired?
#Person2#: Yes, but not by the place you recommended
#Person1#: Why not? The repair is very good and thecharges are so reasonable.
#Person2#: That may be, but I couldn't find it.
#Person1#: But you couldn't miss it. I told you the first right after the railroad bridge.
#Person2#: I took that. I went to the end of the road. There is no such a place.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. Perhaps it is the second right. Yes. I think it is.
#Person2#: I should have known. Whenever someone says 'You can't miss it', you can be sure that you won't find it.
#Person1#: I'm really sorry for my bad memory.
#Person2#: That's OK.

Summary: #Person2# didn't have #Person2#'s television repaired at the place recommended by #Person1# as #Person1# actually offered wrong directions so #Person2# didn't find it.


#Person1#: are you still coming to my place for dinner tomorrow night?
#Person2#: of course. Is the dinner still on?
#Person1#: yes, I was just wondering how you and your roommate were planning on coming to my place.
#Person2#: we were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice.
#Person1#: that's what I thought you would do. Listen, I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood. It's just down the street from all the bars. You probably don't want to be walking around after dark.
#Person2#: it can't be that bad.
#Person1#: I wish it wasn't, but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here.
#Person2#: really? I never would have guessed. The criminals must only come out in the evenings, because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime.
#Person1#: do me a favor, and take a taxi. It'd make me feel a lot better.
#Person2#: ok, we will. How do you get around in the evenings?
#Person1#: when I first moved in, I walked everywhere. But within a week, I had my purse stolen, just a block away from the police station! Now, I always take public transportation.
#Person2#: has anything else happened to you?
#Person1#: nothing else has happened to me, but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close.
#Person2#: well, we'll be careful. Thanks for letting me know.

Summary: #Person2# and #Person2#'s roommates planned on walking to #Person1#'s place for dinner, but #Person1# advises #Person2# to take a taxi because the house is in a high crime area. #Person1# also tells #Person2# that #Person1#'s purse was stolen when #Person1# first moved in.


#Person1#: Professor, I will not be here for our next class meeting.
#Person2#: Is this absolutely necessary?
#Person1#: I tried to work something out, but I really do have to miss one class.
#Person2#: Will you be able to make up the work you missed?
#Person1#: I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading.
#Person2#: Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester.
#Person1#: Yes, I remember.
#Person2#: Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder?
#Person1#: Sure, no problem.
#Person2#: Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# for a class off but #Person2# only lets students miss one class. #Person1# will do extra reading to make up.


#Person1#: Jessie, I'm afraid I can't come back home for dinner tonight.
#Person2#: Not back home for dinner again? That's the third time this week!
#Person1#: I'm sorry. Our company has just opened. There are always too many things to handle. You know that.
#Person2#: You don't have to explain. Suit yourself.
#Person1#: I apologize. You have my word, I'll spend some time with you on the weekend. I promise.
#Person2#: We'll see.
#Person1#: Thank you for understanding. I promise I'll make it up to you.

Summary: #Person1# tells Jessie #Person1# can't go home for dinner because #Person1#'s busy. Jessie's angry and #Person1# promises to spend the weekend with her.


#Person1#: Judy, your husband has a really nice car.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's a lot better than mine, and it's new.
#Person1#: Where are you going?
#Person2#: We're going to visit my sister in the city.
#Person1#: I didn't know your sister lives in the city, when did she move there?
#Person2#: About a year ago. She lives in an apartment on 3rd street, across from the public library.
#Person1#: I see. It's almost 5:00 PM now, don't you think there will be a lot of traffic?
#Person2#: Oh, we're not driving. We're going to take the subway. The subway only takes about 20 minutes.
#Person1#: Yes, but it can be very crowded around this time. I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway.
#Person2#: I take the subway to work everyday, so I'm used to it now.
#Person1#: Doesn't your mother live in the city?
#Person2#: Yes, she's lived there for about ten years.
#Person1#: I remember when she moved there. Apartments were a lot cheaper then.
#Person2#: I know what you mean. It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now.
#Person1#: Have a good time. Next time you're free, give me a call and we'll go play poker.
#Person2#: See you later.

Summary: #Person1# admires Judy's husband's car. Judy tells #Person1# she's going to visit her sister living in the city by subway. Judy's mother also lives in the city and has lived there for about ten years.


#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Yes, we would like to take a tour to L. A.
#Person1#: Well, that's really a big city. How long do your vacations last?
#Person2#: 2 weeks. Can I have a brochure of the sightseeing tours?
#Person1#: Here you are. Take your time.

Summary: #Person2# plans to take a tour to L.A. and #Person1# gives #Person2# a sightseeing brochure.


#Person1#: It's time to get up!
#Person2#: I just went to bed!
#Person1#: You shouldn't have stayed up so late watching TV. I told you we had to get an early start.
#Person2#: I know, but that movie was just too good to leave. I guess I'll just have to pay the price and be sleepy.
#Person1#: Do you want to eat breakfast here?
#Person2#: No, Why don't we just grad a bite at the coffee shop next door?
#Person1#: Okay by me.

Summary: #Person1# wakes up #Person2# who stayed up late watching TV. #Person2# suggests they have breakfast at the coffee shop.


#Person1#: Hi, you're new here, aren't you? What's your name?
#Person2#: Stella.
#Person1#: Want to come and play?
#Person2#: I'd like to. but I can't. My Mum says I've got to stay and help her. It's my brother's birthday and we're having a party, too.
#Person1#: Oh, you've got a brother, haven't you?
#Person2#: I've got two brothers. Kit, the one with the birthday, he's only four. I've got a big brother who's married, his name's Don.
#Person1#: Does your brother Don live near here?
#Person2#: Yes, not very far away. Cathy, my sister-in-law, works in the sweetshop over there. They've got a new baby called Liz. I mean Elizabeth really, but we call her Liz.
#Person1#: Is that your Mum over there calling you?
#Person2#: No, that's my Aunt May, my Mum's twin sister. I'd better go. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye.

Summary: #Person1# invites Stella to #Person1#'s home but Stella needs to attend her four-year-old brother's birthday. Then Stella introduces her family members.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, sir. Please sit here.
#Person2#: A haircut and a shave, please.
#Person1#: How would you like your hair cut, sir?
#Person2#: Short on both sides. Not so much off at the back.
#Person1#: Very well, sir. Do you want me to trim your beard?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Now have a look, please. Is it all right?
#Person2#: Well. I would like my hair cut shorter on the temples.
#Person1#: Is that satisfactory?
#Person2#: Yes, thanks.
#Person1#: Do you want conditioner?
#Person2#: No, thanks. But I'd like a facial massage.
#Person1#: Yes, sir.
#Person2#: Now where should I pay the money?
#Person1#: You should go to the counter, just over there.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# to give him a haircut, a shave, and a facial massage. #Person2# is satisfied and will pay the money.


#Person1#: What do you think about this idea? Going for a picnic.
#Person2#: Well, I'm not sure, I think it's a bit boring. I think barbecue on the beach would be more fun.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree, but it's quite a lot of work. Someone has to stand here and cook all night. I think we should go to a restaurant instead.
#Person2#: That's true, but it's quite expensive to go to a restaurant.
#Person1#: Well, what about having a party at someone's house? We could order a pizza or just some hamburgers.
#Person2#: I suppose so, I think a fancy dress party is a good idea. We could have a competition and decide who is wearing the best clothes.
#Person1#: You are right. I think that's the best idea, too.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what activities to do. They finally agree on having a fancy dress party at someone's house.


#Person1#: My amenities bill says that I owe $ 10 for a movie, but I never ordered one.
#Person2#: Let's see. It says that you were charged Monday at 9:00 p. m. for the movie'Titanic. '
#Person1#: That's absolutely wrong! I was out exploring the city Monday night.
#Person2#: Okay, let me see what I can do for you.
#Person1#: Thank you. I didn't think it would be this simple.
#Person2#: I can take the $ 10 off your bill, but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service.
#Person1#: Are you serious? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, sir, it's how the computer is programmed.
#Person1#: This is outrageous! I'm never coming back to this hotel again!
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters.

Summary: #Person1#'s amenities bill says #Person1# owes $10 for a movie, but #Person1# never ordered one. #Person2# explains and tells #Person1# what #Person2# can do, but #Person1# isn't satisfied.


#Person1#: What are you reading?
#Person2#: Oh, it ' s the latest novel by Ray Blue. It ' s a sic-fi thriller.
#Person1#: I thought he usually wrote horror books.
#Person2#: He does. He ' s good at this genre too. It ' s a captivating read.
#Person1#: We ' re going to the bookshop. Would you like to join us?
#Person2#: Yes, I would. I need to buy a textbook for my course and, as you know, I love browsing through the latest paperbacks.
#Person1#: Me too. I need something to read on the flight to New York. I can never sleep on planes. Sarah wants to pick up some children ' s books for her daughter.
#Person2#: I want to look at nelson Mandela ' s autobiography.
#Person1#: This is sure to be a worthwhile read.

Summary: #Person2# is reading a sic-fi thriller by Ray Blue. #Person1# invites #Person2# to the book store and #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: Did you hear what Fred did last night?
#Person2#: No,not yet. What happened to him?
#Person1#: I guess he was a little drunk and he had a fight with his brother. Well, he got so mad that he drove his car straight into the front of a drugstore.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: I mean he drove inside. The front of the store was completely destroyed. I actually saw it just now as I walked by. The car is still inside the store.
#Person2#: I'm afraid Fred is in trouble. Where is he now?
#Person1#: I hear he's in the police station. It's lucky no one was hurt.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# Fred drove his car straight into a drugstore last night, and he's in the police station now.


#Person1#: Are you feeling all right, Mary? You look a little tired.
#Person2#: My brother and I had a birthday for my sister last night. So I didn't have much sleep.
#Person1#: Where did you have the party?
#Person2#: It was at my uncle's house.
#Person1#: Did you go back home very late?
#Person2#: Not really. But when I was home, I had to start typing a literature paper that was due first thing in the morning.
#Person1#: Couldn't you do it today?
#Person2#: No, our professor said she wouldn't accept any late papers.
#Person1#: Then how did you manage it?
#Person2#: Well, I just turned my paper in, and now I'm going home to bed. See you!

Summary: Mary had a birthday party for her sister last night and stayed up late typing a literature paper.


#Person1#: Welcome. What can I do for you this morning?
#Person2#: I'm here on holiday and I don't have a local debit card. Is it possible to withdraw money on my Visa credit card here?
#Person1#: Well, welcome to our country. I trust you are having a pleasant stay?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. It's amazing here. I don't think I ever want to go home again!
#Person1#: That's the opinion of most people. Do you have your passport with you? I'll need to see that and you'll need to fill in this withdrawal form.
#Person2#: Fine. Here you go.
#Person1#: How much would you like to withdraw?
#Person2#: Is it OK to withdraw USD?
#Person1#: That's fine.
#Person2#: OK, 200 USD, please.
#Person1#: Here's your money, your card and your passport. Please double check the amount for me.
#Person2#: Perfect. Thanks!

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# withdraw 200 USD from #Person2#'s visa credit card.


#Person1#: Now, mister Snow. What can you remember about the attack?
#Person2#: Well, I was working late yesterday evening.
#Person1#: What time did you leave your office?
#Person2#: About 9:44.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Oh yes, I looked at my watch.
#Person1#: What did you do then?
#Person2#: Well, I locked the door, and I was walking to my car when somebody hit me on the head.
#Person1#: Did you see the attacker?
#Person2#: No, he was wearing a stocking over his head?
#Person1#: Tell me mister snow. How did you break your leg?
#Person2#: Well, when the doctors were pudding me into the car. They dropped me.

Summary: #Person1# asks Mr. Snow about the attack. Mr. Snow left his office at about 9:44 and got hit when walking to his car but didn't see the attacker.


#Person1#: What are you reading?
#Person2#: It is a book written by a guy who was born without arms or legs.
#Person1#: What? So how does he get around?
#Person2#: He can actually walk pretty well, but he can't move that fast. He also has an assistant who helps him. He is actually quite successful.
#Person1#: He must have worked pretty hard.
#Person2#: Yeah, he travels around the world and gives a speech is to young people. He's changed many people's lives. Even when nothing seemed possible he stayed positive and put in even more effort.

Summary: #Person2# is reading a book written by a guy who was born without arms or legs. #Person1# thinks he must have worked pretty hard.


#Person1#: Mary, besides the resume, I think we should also write an application letter.
#Person2#: I think so, but how should we write it?
#Person1#: I think we should begin the letter with a salutation, and the salutation must be very formal.
#Person2#: Yes, it should be so. Then we should write the body and in the body we should mention the place where we saw the job advertisement.
#Person1#: We should say we are very interested in that job, and we hope to get that job.
#Person2#: We should write our skills and let the company know we are competent for the job.
#Person1#: For example, I have mastered Business English very well, and I also know a little Spanish.
#Person2#: Oh, you have recommended yourself very well. I should think about how to recommend myself as well.
#Person1#: You can say you have had a firm grasp of the professional knowledge, and you can communicate with others proficiently in English.
#Person2#: Yes. At the end, we should conclude the letter with greetings.
#Person1#: Let's write it at once.

Summary: #Person1# suggests #Person2# writing an application letter together. #Person1# thinks it needs to include a formal salutation and their job interests. #Person2# suggests mentioning where they see the advertisement, their competency, and ending greetings.


#Person1#: Would you like to order now?
#Person2#: Yes, can you recommend some steak?
#Person1#: Sure. I think pepper steak is quite good. Many guests like it very much.
#Person2#: OK I will try it. Do you have a small portion? I am afraid I can't finish the large one.
#Person1#: Yes madam. I will give you the small one.

Summary: #Person1# recommends pepper steak and #Person2# orders a small portion.


#Person1#: Where did you get your mobile? It's really cute.
#Person2#: Oh, this? I got it in Singapore. Here, do you want to take a look?
#Person1#: Thanks. Gee, it's really light!
#Person2#: Yes, it is, isn't it? A bit too light, really. What make have you got?
#Person1#: I've got an old Ericsson. Here. Take a look.
#Person2#: Wow, that's really old.
#Person1#: Yes, I like collecting antiques.
#Person2#: Why don't you get a new one?
#Person1#: I don't know. I like this one, and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones.
#Person2#: Really, what makes you say that?
#Person1#: Well, I just need to make and receive calls, and it's quite reliable. I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things, the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong, you know? I mean, this camera function, for instance-how often do you use it?
#Person2#: Sometimes, but I guess not very often. It's more for fun. Sometimes when I'm on a trip, for example, I can take a picture and send it to my kids. Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately.
#Person1#: Well, that's nice I guess. So how many kids do you have?
#Person2#: Three. Two boys and a girl.

Summary: #Person2# shows #Person1# a light mobile and #Person1# shows #Person2# an old Ericsson. #Person1# doesn't want a new one because #Person1# only needs to make and receives calls, and #Person1# thinks other functions are unreliable.


#Person1#: I will take the coat. Do you receive checks?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Here you are. Please give me a receipt.
#Person2#: Sorry, sir, you have to pay in the check-out counter. It's there.
#Person1#: OK, please wrap it for me first.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# to pay for a coat by check at the check-out counter.


#Person1#: Miss, where do you want to go?
#Person2#: Could you drop me off at the airport?
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Do I need to pay any extra charge for my suitcases?
#Person1#: Yes, you are charged 50 cents a piece.
#Person2#: All right.

Summary: #Person1# drives #Person2# and charges #Person2# for #Person2#'s suitcases.


#Person1#: What a lovely tapestry! Don't you think we could use one to decorate our room?
#Person2#: I think we can have a try.
#Person1#: Artistic tapestry is the highest form of expression of the rug weaving art, an exquisite handicraft of superb artistry in typical Chinese style.
#Person2#: I see. Is this the marvelous landscape in Guiling?
#Person1#: I think it is.
#Person2#: Which do you prefer, the linen one, the figured dacron or the brocade?
#Person1#: I prefer the linen one.

Summary: #Person1# likes that lovely tapestry. #Person1# and #Person2# will buy the linen one to decorate their room.


#Person1#: How is the college search going?
#Person2#: It's a huge headache. I have no idea what I want to do.
#Person1#: But don't you want to study music? Shouldn't it be easy?
#Person2#: It should be, but there are too many options. My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices, but after that. . .
#Person1#: I know. You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country, a big school or a small school, a public or private school. . .
#Person2#: Yup, you understand. And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college. They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline. And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low.
#Person1#: I see. Well, don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school. He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction. He gave me some information, and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended.
#Person2#: Thanks for the information. And good luck in your college search.

Summary: #Person2# has difficulty in choosing a college to go because there are too many options. #Person1# suggests #Person2# talk to the school counselor.


#Person1#: Is everything ready for the Christmas party?
#Person2#: Almost. I'Ve put up the decorations, and we'Ve decorated the Christmas tree with plenty of tinsel and baubles.
#Person1#: I like the big star on the top of the tree. I'll put the presents under the tree later, how's the food.
#Person2#: I'Ve prepared most of it already and we'Ve got plenty of snack foods-you know, crisps, biscuits, and things. Are you going to make the punch?
#Person1#: Yes. I'Ve bought all the things to go in it. It won't take long to make. How many people are coming to the party?
#Person2#: I think everyone will be coming. Dave don't come because he has to go to his parent's home and they live in Scotland.
#Person1#: Do we have Christmas pudding?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. I hope we have enough for everyone. Did you send out all your Christmas cards in time?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. I send most of them a week ago. I'Ve brought some with me to the party to give to people in person.
#Person2#: I did the same. I spent hours yesterday evening wrapping presents. I hope I didn't forget to buy anyone something!
#Person1#: I hope you didn't forget mine!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are preparing for the Christmas party. They have decorated the Christmas tree, prepared the food and pudding, and sent all Christmas cards. #Person1# will put the presents under the tree and make the punch.


#Person1#: So how's everything going for Christmas?
#Person2#: I've got all the presents I need, and my family is working together to get all the food ready. That's easy, but I have another problem to deal with.
#Person1#: What's that? Don't tell me you've still got Christmas cards to write, it usually takes my wife a month to write all of ours.
#Person2#: No, I did that a long time ago. It's about telling my son the truth about Santa Claus.
#Person1#: He still doesn't know that Santa isn't real? How old is he, eight?
#Person2#: Yes. He's never said anything so I never told him. But now that he's getting older. . .
#Person1#: You think it's better that he should be told?
#Person2#: Yes, he's too old to believe in that type of things. And I'd rather tell him before the kids at school do.
#Person1#: That happened to my oldest girl. She became really upset when her classmates told her Santa wasn't real.
#Person2#: I can understand. I was lucky with my oldest, she figured it out by herself and didn't tell my son.
#Person1#: Well, when you tell him, be gentle. It's hard for kids to find out something like that.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has prepared everything for Christma, but #Person2# has a problem telling #Person2#'s son the truth about Santa Claus. #Person1# and #Person2# then share the experience of how their oldest got to know this truth.


#Person1#: Could you help me figure out why I am missing my unemployment check for this week?
#Person2#: I hope that you remembered to send in your last Continued Claim Form.
#Person1#: I am pretty sure that I didn't send that claim form in.
#Person2#: You have to send that form in every two weeks so we that we will know what to pay you.
#Person1#: Can I mail it in late?
#Person2#: If it is not more than fourteen days past its due date, then you may still mail it in.
#Person1#: I think that I will mail it in right away when I get it next time, so I won't be late.
#Person2#: You can't mail it in early because you don't know, in advance, how much you will be working.
#Person1#: Even though I was late turning in my form, will my paycheck be late?
#Person2#: Yes, your check will be a little late in getting to you.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# figure out why #Person1# misses the unemployment check and reminds #Person1# to mail the claim form in time or the check will be received late.


#Person1#: Hi, did you see the football match on TV this afternoon?
#Person2#: What's the good news? You look very excited! Has our football team won the match?
#Person1#: Of course they have! 5 to 0.
#Person2#: You're kidding! No, wait a moment, you're fooling me! You know, I can't stand anymore of our team losing the game.
#Person1#: No, I'm telling you the truth. Our team won the game finally, isn't it exciting?
#Person2#: Oh, really! I can't believe it. We have one at last. I'm too excited. We've waited for this victory for too long. We must have a big celebration.
#Person1#: Of course, let's first go to our school and tell our classmates.
#Person2#: Good idea. Let's go.

Summary: #Person1# excitedly tells #Person2# their football team won the match. #Person2# at first doesn't believe it but later gets excited. They'll go to school and tell classmates the good news.


#Person1#: Good news.
#Person2#: What's it?
#Person1#: The IOC President Thomas Bach announced the winner just now.
#Person2#: What winner?
#Person1#: Sally Bookworm. Beijing's got the right to host the twenty fourth Winter Olympic Games in 2022.
#Person2#: That's really good news. Tell me something further please.
#Person1#: Beijing and it's cold bitter Zhangjiakou 144 nods against all Marty's 40 in the voting becoming the first city to host both summer and winter Olympics.
#Person2#: Wonderful. I'll do something for the Winter Olympic Games from now on.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# Beijing's got the right to host the twenty-fourth Winter Olympic Games in 2022. #Person2# thinks it's good news.


#Person1#: I really need to start eating healthier.
#Person2#: I have to start eating better too.
#Person1#: What kind of food do you usually eat?
#Person2#: I try my best to eat only fruits, vegetables, and chicken.
#Person1#: Is that really all that you eat?
#Person2#: That's basically it.
#Person1#: How do you stick to only those foods?
#Person2#: Actually, fruits and veggies are really good for you.
#Person1#: Yeah, I know, but what about the chicken?
#Person2#: I mainly eat baked chicken, because there's not a lot of fat.
#Person1#: That does sound pretty good.
#Person2#: I know it does, and that's because it is.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# decide to start eating healthier. #Person2# shares #Person2#'s diet mainly consisted of fruits, vegetables, and chicken.


#Person1#: You know, Mary, I feel we meet somewhere before. Where were you born?
#Person2#: I was born in Beijing, but I spent most of my childhood in London.
#Person1#: What was your childhood like?
#Person2#: I had a pretty strict upbringing, and my parents taught at universities so they have extremely high expectations for me.
#Person1#: Where did you go to university?
#Person2#: My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing, but I decided to go back to England. I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication.
#Person1#: What is your current occupation?
#Person2#: I am a journalist. I write for China Daily.
#Person1#: Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I started working at a university in London but as time went by, I found I did not really like my job. I decided to explore other fields. Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge.
#Person1#: Do you like your current job?
#Person2#: Yes, I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities. I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company.

Summary: #Person1# asks Mary some questions about her birthplace, her childhood, her university, and her current occupation. Mary worked at a university in London but decided to explore other fields. Now, she is a journalist and works in Beijing.


#Person1#: Good day! Welcome to Lincoln Bank, how may we assist you?
#Person2#: Hello. I need to find out if a Receipt of Proceeds has arrived. I'm from Felix Wasserman Associates.
#Person1#: Thanks. Have you got the L / C number?
#Person2#: It's NX567822100007.
#Person1#: Hang on a tick and I'll check for you. I'm sorry ; we have no record of that arriving.
#Person2#: OK, thanks for checking. Could you give me a ring when it arrives, please?
#Person1#: No problem. I'll be in touch as soon as it comes in.

Summary: #Person2# checks the document status from #Person1#. #Person1# will update #Person2# when the document arrives.


#Person1#: I enjoy the folk song and dance show very much.
#Person2#: I'm glad you appreciate our folk music. But a live performance is much more interesting.
#Person1#: I can't wait anymore. When does the performance start?
#Person2#: The show starts at 7 and is over at around 10 o'clock p. m.
#Person1#: ( After the show ) It's an excellent musical. The acting was very expressive and the songs and dancing were superb.
#Person2#: I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's had long run, but the house has always been full.
#Person1#: What do you think of the leading actors?
#Person2#: Personally I liked the main character. He was true to type.
#Person1#: You are a better judge. I don't know the play well enough.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# go to watch a musical show and they both enjoy it.


#Person1#: Do you have any apartment to rent?
#Person2#: Yes. Right now I have a studio.
#Person1#: Where is it.
#Person2#: In the downtown, near the square.
#Person1#: Is it furnished?
#Person2#: Yes, and the rent includes utilities.
#Person1#: That's good. When can I go to see the house?
#Person2#: What about next saturday.
#Person1#: Fine.

Summary: #Person1# wants to rent a furnished studio from #Person2#.


#Person1#: British English and American English are really about the same, aren't they?
#Person2#: I don't think so. It seems that some of the spellings are different.
#Person1#: You're right, Nina. Words like 'theater' and 'center' end in 'r-e' in England instead of in' e-r' like we spell them. Can you think of any more exampies?
#Person2#: The word 'color'?
#Person1#: Good. Actually, many words which end in 'o-r' in American English are spelled 'o-u-r' in British English.
#Person2#: OK. There are some differences in pronunciation and meaning.
#Person1#: Anyway, we both agree that British English and American English are different. Right?
#Person2#: Sure. But not so different that it prevents us from understanding each other.
#Person1#: Yes. I quite agree with you.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the difference of spellings, pronunciation and meanings between British English and American English, but they think it does not influence their understanding.


#Person1#: Wow, that terrible movie is finally over. Next time I'm picking the film, because I don't want to end up seeing a chick flick.
#Person2#: Well you should have picked, in the end you always complain about everything.
#Person1#: Not everything, just this film. Even the title is ridiculous. and it's so long, those are the two and a half most wasted hours of my life, so much so that I'm thinking about asking them to give me my money back.
#Person2#: I'm thinking of taking you back home. I thought we could have a nice evening, but you're always so negative.
#Person1#: I'm only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage.
#Person2#: You see, that's what I'm talking about, I can't stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
#Person1#: Next time, go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings.
#Person2#: Well he's more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories.
#Person1#: Love stories? More like one-night-stands.
#Person2#: Don't criticize Mario or else I'll start on those fat, drunk friends of yours ; they're no saints.
#Person1#: My friends? Fat? What about those whales you call friends?
#Person2#: You're unbearable ; you can walk home, I'm leaving.

Summary: #Person1# complains about the movie but #Person2#'s not happy with #Person1#'s sarcastic jokes, so #Person1# asks #Person2# to go with #Person2#'s gay friend next time. #Person2# is further infuriated and they begin to attack each other's friends.


#Person1#: What are your plans for this afternoon, Mike? Mary and I are going to the cinema. Do you want to come to?
#Person2#: Sorry, Tina. I'm meeting Jane. She is writing an article and she asked me to help collect material for it.
#Person1#: An article? About what?
#Person2#: Oh, just about supermarkets. I'm going to see her at the library at 2:30.
#Person1#: Oh, well. Let's meet for supper, shall we? How about this one restaurant we went to last Tuesday?
#Person2#: Good, I'll see you there at about 6:00.
#Person1#: OK, see you then.

Summary: Tina invites Mike to go to the cinema with Mary and her, but Mike will meet Jane, so they will meet for supper.


#Person1#: You're late.
#Person2#: I know I'm late. I'm sorry. I tried to call you to tell you, but your phone seems to be disconnected.
#Person1#: My phone?
#Person2#: Yes. An automatic message says your phone is not in service.
#Person1#: Really? I had no idea. Let me check. Yes, it's dead. There's no dial tone.
#Person2#: So I couldn't get through. I knew I'd be late because my car wouldn't start. It was too cold I had to warm it up in the garage with a heater. That's why I'm late.
#Person1#: But this is terrible. I'm expecting important calls.
#Person2#: About what?
#Person1#: You know what. The theater guild is supposed to call me and discuss a contract for my play. They are supposed to call me this evening. If I don't have a phone. Oh, what can I do?
#Person2#: Well, the only thing you can do is tell the phone company and hope they fix it fast.
#Person1#: Do you have a cell phone?
#Person2#: No. I hate cell phones. But you could go to a neighbor's house and use their phone.
#Person1#: Can you drive me? I will go to Ann's house. It isn't far. I can call the theater guild from there and give them her number. She will let us wait in her living room.
#Person2#: Yes, of course I can drive you. So you don't want to get your phone fixed right away?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. At Ann's house I will call the phone company and have them check my line. If they can fix it right away without coming to my house, then we'll just return here. But if not, I need to wait at Ann's house to talk with the theater guild. It's very important to me.
#Person2#: Alright, let's go.
#Person1#: Yes, let's go.

Summary: #Person2# tried to call #Person1# for being late, but #Person1#'s phone seems to be disconnected. #Person1# realizes #Person1#'s phone is dead but #Person1#'s expecting important calls. Hence, #Person1# asks #Person2# to drive #Person1# to Ann's house and borrow Anne's phone.


#Person1#: Excuse me, Sara.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: I have some difficulty in pronouncing some of the words in the text. Could you help me?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: How do you pronounce this word?
#Person2#: Travel.
#Person1#: Travel. What does 'travel' mean, please?
#Person2#: It means 'go from place to place'. For example, I want very much to travel round the world.
#Person1#: I see. How about this word?
#Person2#: 'Explain something' means 'make something clear'.
#Person1#: How do you spell 'clear'?
#Person2#: c-l-e-a-r, clear. If you want to make something clear to others, you explain it. Are you clear?
#Person1#: Yes. You have explained clearly.
#Person2#: That's good.

Summary: #Person1# requests Sara to help #Person1# pronounce some of the words in the text and Sara agrees.


#Person1#: Have any plans for the weekend, Tom?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm going for a hike in the southern Rocky Mountains.
#Person1#: Oh, do you go hiking often?
#Person2#: I go as much as I can. I love hiking because you can really get in touch with nature.
#Person1#: It would be nice to get out of the city. Do you want some company?
#Person2#: Sure. But, it will be a long hike, 30 miles in three days. Have you been hiking before?
#Person1#: Yeah, I go a lot too. I saw a bear and a mountain lion on my last hike.
#Person2#: Wow! You must have been pretty far away from the city.
#Person1#: Yeah, my friend and I hiked in a very wild part of the national forest.
#Person2#: Well, bring him along too. We'll have a great time this weekend.
#Person1#: Thanks, I'll ask him.

Summary: Tom is going for a hike in the southern Rocky Mountains during the weekend. #Person1# and #Person1#'s friend will join him.


#Person1#: I put in two quarters for a coke, but nothing came out of the machine.
#Person2#: Really? Let me check it.
#Person1#: I'm sure it's broken.
#Person2#: No, ma'am. I'm afraid you put in only one quarter and one dime.

Summary: #Person2# says #Person1# didn't put enough money in the machine despite #Person1# believing otherwise.


#Person1#: Hey Mike. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Nothing much. What are you up to?
#Person1#: I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately.
#Person2#: He took the civil service exam and failed.
#Person1#: That sucks. He must feel depressed.
#Person2#: Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days.
#Person1#: Why don't we take him out? We can try to take his mind off of it. In the least show him that we're there for him.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. Why don't you call him. I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll call you back after I'm done.
#Person2#: Sounds good.

Summary: Sam feels depressed because of a failed test. #Person1# and Mike plan to take him out to relax.


#Person1#: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I need to have some money transferred from the UK, from my company. It's kind of an emergency.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be a problem, Madam. I'm sure we can sort this out for you quickly.
#Person2#: That would be wonderful. The problem is I don't have an account with you. That is a problem, isn't it?
#Person1#: Well, to be honest, it will slow things down a little. But it's not a big problem. You can do it by T / T.
#Person2#: T / T? What on earth is that!? Sorry, but I've never heard of it. T / T?
#Person1#: It means'telegraphic transfer'. So, if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere, to anywhere in the world.

Summary: #Person2# needs to transfer money from the UK. Since #Person2# doesn't have an account with #Person1#, #Person1# suggests #Person2# use T/T which is quick and secure.


#Person1#: How is the college search going?
#Person2#: It's a huge headache. I have no idea what I want to do.
#Person1#: But don't you want to study music? Shouldn't it be easy?
#Person2#: It should be, but there are too many options. My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices, but after that...
#Person1#: I know. You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country, a big school or a small school, a public or private school...
#Person2#: Yup, you understand. And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college. They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline. And the tuition is usually pretty low.
#Person1#: I see. Well, don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school. He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction. He gave me some information, and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended.
#Person2#: Thanks for the information. And good luck in your college search.

Summary: #Person2# says #Person2#'s college search is a huge headache. #Person1# understands #Person2# and recommends #Person2# to talk to the college counselor at the school.


#Person1#: Excuse me, Bill?
#Person2#: Hi, Christine. How ' s it going?
#Person1#: Fine, thanks. Mr. Emory would like to meet with Mr. Macmillan tomorrow afternoon. Can you take a look at his book?
#Person2#: Sure, just a second. All right, what time?

Summary: Bill and Christin arrange a meeting.


#Person1#: I'm in charge of buying the fruit for the children at our church. I'm so happy to find that apples and grapes are in season. Give me two dozens of each.
#Person2#: I hope that they're as good as they look.

Summary: #Person1# is buying fruits in #Person2#'s shop.


#Person1#: Do you take in students? I've been told you might have a vacant room.
#Person2#: Yes. If you don't mind sharing room with someone else, there's one available.
#Person1#: How much are you asking?
#Person2#: 800 yuan a month.
#Person1#: Could I have a look at it, please?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I'm on my way out now. Could you come back in an hour?

Summary: #Person1#'s looking for a vacant room. #Person2# has one available for 800 yuan a month and asks #Person1# to come back later.


#Person1#: I wrote this song last night. I've been feeling very creative lately.
#Person2#: It was interesting. I've never heard a song about bees before.
#Person1#: I was just thinking about these last night and how they buzz around the flowers. I had to pick up my guitar and start composing.
#Person2#: I bet you have a lot of other songs.
#Person1#: Oh yeah, I wrote one about the ocean the other day. And I have others about socks, my mom, picking apples and tons of other things. I think I'm going to put them all on an album.
#Person2#: Good idea.
#Person1#: Maybe I will get really famous and go on tour. Want to be in my band?
#Person2#: Well, my style is really different from yours. Your songs are so happy and light.
#Person1#: I have some sad songs, too. We would make a really good team I think. Come over to my place later and let's see how we sound together.

Summary: #Person1# shares #Person1#'s original songs with #Person2# and invites #Person2# to join #Person1#'s band.


#Person1#: Could you please reserve a taxi for me?
#Person2#: Do you think a private vehicle might be more to your liking?
#Person1#: A private vehicle? No, thanks, I won't need one.
#Person2#: Even better than a private vehicle is a limo. How does that sound?
#Person1#: T A X I, please.
#Person2#: A taxi it is. Where will you be headed?
#Person1#: Rockefeller Center. Can you get the taxi here immediately, please?
#Person2#: A taxi will be here in just a minute, sir.
#Person1#: Good. I'll get my coat and come downstairs.
#Person2#: The taxi will be ready when you are, sir.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to reserve a taxi rather than a private vehicle to head for Rockefeller Center.


#Person1#: Tommy played truant today. His teacher called me this morning.
#Person2#: Where did he go?
#Person1#: I've asked him, but he won't tell me. What should we do about this? He is like you. I remember when we were at the college, you always skipped classes.
#Person2#: Like me? But you see I am so successful now. And if he is really like me, he will be more successful than me in the future.
#Person1#: Stop, stop. . . We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study. Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school.
#Person2#: Pay him? But he studies for himself, not for you or for me or for anybody else. I got an idea. You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins, you can go to work.
#Person1#: In that way, I'll be late every day. How about letting him go to school on school bus?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Why have I never thought of that?
#Person1#: That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school. So now I am much more clever than you.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2#'s son, Tommy, played truant today. They are discussing what they should do for Tommy's attendance for classes. Finally, they decide to let him go to school on a school bus.


#Person1#: Have you finished your work?
#Person2#: Not because I'm keeping an eye on the baby.
#Person1#: Where is the baby's mother?
#Person2#: She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour.

Summary: #Person2# hasn't finished the work because #Person2#'s taking care of the baby.


#Person1#: Hello, Nancy. I'm sorry, but I just missed the 8:50 bus to the museum. I'm afraid I'll be a little late.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. The next bus will be coming at 9:00. You can catch that one. The museum opens at 9:30.

Summary: Nancy tells #Person1# that #Person1# won't be late if #Person1# catches the next bus.


#Person1#: Anyone home? Jen!
#Person2#: I'm in the kitchen. . . let yourself in!
#Person1#: Wow! You're really working up a storm!
#Person2#: I know. I've even worked up a sweat.
#Person1#: You look like a cooking show host--only messier.

Summary: #Person1# thinks Jen messes up the kitchen.


#Person1#: Good afternoon, I would like to speak with the manager, please.
#Person2#: Why? What's your problem?
#Person1#: Well, I just picked up a TV at your store yesterday afternoon. And when I was taking it out of the car. It sort of accidentally fell. It looks ok. But the picture is pretty unclear. Do you think I can have someone look at it or get it changed?
#Person2#: Ok, I will talk to the manager about it right now, please wait a moment.
#Person1#: Ok, thank you.
#Person2#: Well, we can have someone repair it for you, but as it was caused by you. I'm afraid you have to pay for half of the repair cost and we will pay the other half
#Person1#: That will be fine. Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# can have someone repair #Person1#'s TV but #Person1# has to pay for half of the repair cost because it was caused by #Person1#. #Person1# agrees.


#Person1#: You haven't spent much time with Sophia lately. Are you speaking to each other at the moment?
#Person2#: No, we're not. We've been drifting apart for a while.
#Person1#: But you two used to do everything together. I thought you really enjoyed each other's company.
#Person2#: We did, but since she started her new job, all she does is hang out with her new friends from work.
#Person1#: Can't you hang out with them, too?
#Person2#: I could, but all they ever talk about is work, so I always end up feeling left out.
#Person1#: Maybe you should invite her over for dinner, so it's just the two of you.
#Person2#: I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her.
#Person1#: It can't be that bad. She was always a really good friend to you.
#Person2#: You're right. She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge. But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore.
#Person1#: She's probably just excited about her new job. You should give her some time. It would be a shame to lose such a good friend.
#Person2#: I've given her enough time. I'm over it now.
#Person1#: I still think you two should try to patch things up.
#Person2#: I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways.

Summary: #Person1# asks about #Person2# with Sophia's friendship. #Person2# says they have been drifting apart for a while because Sophia always hangs out with her new friends from work. #Person1# advises to give Sophia some time, but #Person2# thinks it's time to go their separate ways.


#Person1#: Can I get some medicine to help me?
#Person2#: For your high blood pressure, we have several choices of medications.
#Person1#: What types of drugs can I try?
#Person2#: Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps you with water retention.
#Person1#: What about side effects from that medication?
#Person2#: Most people have no side effects. You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication.
#Person1#: Do I only need to take that one drug?
#Person2#: I am going to add a second drug for now, Lisinopril, which is an ACE inhibitor.
#Person1#: What can I expect when I take that medication?
#Person2#: You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough.

Summary: For #Person1#'s high blood pressure, #Person2# advises #Person1# to have Hydrochlorothiazide and Lisinopril. #Person2# also tells #Person1# when to take the medication.


#Person1#: Doctor, is it easy to face death?
#Person2#: Well it seems it's not so easy for me to tell you about death.
#Person1#: Tell me the facts please. I'm not afraid.
#Person2#: OK. I guess you're on the way to see death.
#Person1#: I believe you're right. But I want to have a long life. Help me please.
#Person2#: OK listen. It looks as if you have too much money.
#Person1#: Oh?
#Person2#: It seems that the more money you have, the worse your health is. You must have worried too much about the safety of your money.
#Person1#: Yes, that's quite true.
#Person2#: Why not give some money to poor people?
#Person1#: No way, money is my life.

Summary: #Person2# desires for longevity. #Person1# advises #Person1# to donate money because #Person1#'s worried too much about the safety of money.


#Person1#: So how did your end-of-the-year review go?
#Person2#: Oh, it was okay. I had my meeting with Mitch this morning and his bottom line is that he thinks I need to show more initiative. He thinks that I need to start being more creative.
#Person1#: Did he actually say that?
#Person2#: Well, not in so many words. But I know that productivity is a big issue for him. Oh, he said the usual things like ' Keep up the good work ' and ' Thanks for your hard work, ' but he also said that he's thinking about bringing some employees into my department. That, to me, means he's not satisfied with what I've been doing.
#Person1#: Are you sure you're not reading too much into what he said?
#Person2#: No, I Don't. Either I shape up or my job is on the line.
#Person1#: Well, I think you may be overreacting. Mitch likes to give everybody constructive criticism and I think that's what he was doing.
#Person2#: Do you really think so?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. If you ask around, other people will tell you the same thing.
#Person2#: Maybe you're right. Thanks, Don. I feel better.
#Person1#: I'm glad to hear it.

Summary: #Person2# is negative about the end-of-the-year review that Mitch gives #Person2# because #Person2# thinks Mitch isn't satisfied with #Person2#'s work. But #Person1# tells #Person2# that Mitch likes giving constructive criticism so #Person2# feels better.


#Person1#: Hello Mary. I haven't seen you for ages. Are you still seeing Paul?
#Person2#: No. We broke up last month. I'm taking a break from dating for a while.
#Person1#: Did you break up amicably? Sometimes couples row a lot before splitting up.
#Person2#: We just decided to stop seeing each other. It was all very amicable. Are you still going out with mike?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. We're thinking about getting engaged. We'Ve been dating for over a year now.
#Person2#: Good for you! Have you seen Kelly recently? Is she still dating nick?
#Person1#: I havn't seen her for a while. She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her. He was seeing a girl form his office. One day, she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately.
#Person2#: She was right to do that. I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon.
#Person1#: Really? They'Ve been together for a long time. When are they getting married?
#Person2#: I think it's 26th September. I'll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night.
#Person1#: Thanks. Hey, look at that guy over there. I think he fancies you.
#Person2#: He certainly looks interested, doesn't he? Shall we invite him over to our table?

Summary: #Person1#'s getting engaged with Mike while Mary broke up with Paul amicably. #Person1# then tells Mary their friends' gossips. And they find a guy and decide to invite him over.


#Person1#: I will take the coat. Do you receive checks?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Here you are. Please give me a receipt.
#Person2#: Sorry, sir, you have to pay in the check-out counter. It's there.
#Person1#: OK, please wrap it for me first.

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# to pay in the check-out counter.


#Person1#: Order in the court!
#Person2#: I would like to make my plea.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: I would like to plead not guilty.
#Person1#: You do realize that all the evidence points to you?
#Person2#: I know. But I did not do it.
#Person1#: How do you figure that?
#Person2#: I didn't commit the crime.
#Person1#: Do you know who did?
#Person2#: If I tell you who did, will you release me?
#Person1#: I'm sure we can work out some kind of deal.
#Person2#: I'll tell you all you need to know.

Summary: #Person2# pleads not guilty and will tell #Person1# everything if #Person1# releases #Person2#.


#Person1#: What shall we do today?
#Person2#: We'd better stay in the hotel, because the tour will begin tomorrow.
#Person1#: Let's go out for some exercise, shall we?
#Person2#: What an excellent idea!
#Person1#: Shall we do some jogging?
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: I feel well now.
#Person2#: Yes, some exercise is necessary for us.
#Person1#: Quite right.

Summary: #Person2# at first wants to stay in the hotel. Then #Person1# suggests jogging outside. #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: You know who won the election, right?
#Person2#: I'm still shocked that Obama was elected.
#Person1#: I couldn't believe it, either.
#Person2#: He just made history.
#Person1#: I hope you voted for him.
#Person2#: Of course I did. Did you?
#Person1#: I made sure to vote for him.
#Person2#: I am really excited about this.
#Person1#: I know how you feel.
#Person2#: Hopefully, he'll change things in our nation.
#Person1#: I know that he will.
#Person2#: I trust him.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are excited that Obama won the election.


#Person1#: What are you doing there with your mobile phone?
#Person2#: I'm moblogging!
#Person1#: Moblogging? what does that mean?
#Person2#: Oh, moblogging is a combination of the word'mobile'and'blogging'. It's another form of blogging. Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting! That must be very convenient.
#Person2#: Yes, you're right. I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move. It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me.
#Person1#: How can you do that?
#Person2#: Well, if I simply want to write a few words, I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser.
#Person1#: What if you want to publish some photos?
#Person2#: Then I'll shoot some pictures, re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog.
#Person1#: I see. Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you.
#Person2#: You bet it!

Summary: #Person2# explains the moblogging, a combination of the word'mobile' and 'blogging', to #Person1#, and #Person2# can blog wherever and whenever #Person2#'s on the move.


#Person1#: Are you ready to go to the bank?
#Person2#: Sure, what do you need to do there?
#Person1#: There's problem with my bank statement. There's a mistake on it. I also need to withdraw some money fome the ATM.
#Person2#: I have to exchange some money.
#Person1#: that's right. You're going away next week.
#Person2#: I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account. There was a problem last week.
#Person1#: I have to pay my credit bill too. If I don't pay it soon, the credit card company will charge me interest.
#Person2#: Their interest rates are usually quite high. It's a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest.

Summary: #Person1# wants to correct the bank statement, withdraw money and pay the credit bill. #Person2# wants to exchange money and check the salary in the bank account.


#Person1#: so, how should we go to the theatre?
#Person2#: let's take the bus.
#Person1#: I hate the bus system in London! The bus drivers are rude, the buses are never on time, and there are few people around who can help you.
#Person2#: it's not that bad. You probably just had a bad experience once.
#Person1#: it wasn't just once. Every single time I take the bus, something bad happens to me or to someone else on the bus.
#Person2#: we could take the subway, but we'd have to go three stops along one line and then change trains twice.
#Person1#: train fares are twice as expensive as the bus fare, too.
#Person2#: if we don't hurry up, we'll miss the show. Should we take the bus?
#Person1#: we're already late, so I think we had better take a taxi.
#Person2#: I don't think we'll be able to find a taxi very easily during hush hours. Let's just take the bus.
#Person1#: fine. Have a look at the timetable to find out when the next one arrives.
#Person2#: it looks like it should be here in just a few minutes.
#Person1#: don't worry. Nothing bad will happen. I'll even buy your ticket for you.
#Person2#: thanks, that was nice of you.
#Person1#: see, now something good has happened to you on a bus trip!

Summary: #Person2# suggests taking the bus to the theatre, but #Person1# hates the bus system in London. #Person1# thinks trains are expensive, and #Person2# says it's hard to find a taxi during rush hours. They finally decide to take the bus.


#Person1#: May I take your order?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like a hamburger and a large order of french fries, please.
#Person1#: All right. And would you like a salad?
#Person2#: Yes. I'll have a mixed green salad.
#Person1#: OK. What kind of dressing would you like? We have vinaigrette, Italian, and French.
#Person2#: Italian, please.
#Person1#: And would you like anything to drink?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a large soda, please.

Summary: #Person2# orders some dishes and #Person1# takes #Person2#'s order.


#Person1#: Thanks for coming to see me today.
#Person2#: It's no problem. I was really missing you anyway.
#Person1#: I missed you too.
#Person2#: Why haven't you tried to come see me then?
#Person1#: I've been really busy.
#Person2#: Doing what?
#Person1#: Working.
#Person2#: I would've come to see you sooner, but I've been busy too.
#Person1#: What have you been doing?
#Person2#: I've been working too.
#Person1#: Well regardless, I'm very happy that you came to see me.
#Person2#: I am too.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are both busy working. #Person1#'s happy that #Person2# came to visit #Person1#.


#Person1#: First of all, thank you for accepting this job.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations?
#Person2#: Would you please tell me about your pay skill first?
#Person1#: We'll offer you a monthly salary to begin with, in addition, we offer one percent commission and all your sales. You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance. What's starting salary would you expect here?
#Person2#: They sum my skills and experience. I'd like to start it with 4000 yuan a month.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable.
#Person2#: Do I have paid vacation?
#Person1#: Yes, you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year, and you get it additional week after 4 years, and then again, after 9 years if you decide to stay that long, we promote from within based on performance, so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a regional manager.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about how #Person2# will be paid, the paid vacation #Person2# could have, and the promotion chances. #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s salary expectation is reasonable.


#Person1#: What is life?
#Person2#: Don't ask such a question. You know it has no certain answer. Everyone knows it is in his heart.
#Person1#: Then do you think that life is arranged by something above us.
#Person2#: Maybe, the whirligig of time, who knows?
#Person1#: Right.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about life.


#Person1#: Hi, Emma. What time is your piano exam on Thursday? Have you been practicing a lot?
#Person2#: It isn't on Thursday, Ben! It's tomorrow, Tuesday. Three o'clock in the afternoon. I've been practicing for two hours every evening this past week. But I enjoy playing so that's all right. I really want to do well in this exam.
#Person1#: You'll be fine. You're a good pianist so you'll pass for sure.
#Person2#: Don't be so sure! I didn't do well in my Grade Five last year.
#Person1#: So you'll be practicing all tonight? I was going to ask you if you wanted to go to the cinema.
#Person2#: No problem! I've made up my mind just to practice my usual twenty minutes tonight. Then I'll do half an hour in the morning and that will be it. Which film do you want to see?
#Person1#: Let's check now what's on. Hope everything goes well tomorrow.

Summary: Emma will take the piano exam tomorrow so she practices it hard everyday and hopes to do well in the exam. Then, Ben invites her to the cinema and Emma agrees to go.


#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I need to make a deposit.
#Person1#: Are you depositing cash or a check?
#Person2#: I'm depositing a check.
#Person1#: Please sign the back of the check.
#Person2#: There you go.
#Person1#: Do you want cash back?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: How much cash would you like?
#Person2#: I want $ 150.
#Person1#: Here's your $ 150.
#Person2#: Thank you, and have a nice day.

Summary: #Person2# deposits a check and gets some cash back with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Hello, reservation desk. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to book a duplex suite.
#Person1#: What day would you like to reserve the suite for, sir?
#Person2#: Next Friday.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, sir. We can't accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking. May I suggest another hotel, sir?
#Person2#: Oh, thank you very much.
#Person1#: Please hold the line. I'll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day. ( a minute later ) Sir? Holiday Inn is available for your need.
#Person2#: How do I contact them?
#Person1#: I'll give you their phone number. It's 601 789 5634.

Summary: #Person2# phones to book a duplex suite but #Person1#'s hotel isn't available. #Person1# finds Holiday Inn has available rooms and offers its phone number.


#Person1#: Will you help me take these things to the car?
#Person2#: OK, which car do you want me to put them in?
#Person1#: Bring them to my wife's car.
#Person2#: Which one is hers?
#Person1#: The blue SUV in front of the Honda.
#Person2#: What should I take first?
#Person1#: That chair over there, but please be careful with it. It was a gift from my mother-in-law.
#Person2#: Don't worry, I won't drop it. Wow, it's really heavy. I don't think I can move it by myself.
#Person1#: Let me help you with that. I don't want you to hurt your back.
#Person2#: Where are you taking all this stuff?
#Person1#: Didn't I tell you? We're moving to Florida?
#Person2#: You're moving now? I knew you were moving, but I thought you said you were moving next month.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true, but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away.

Summary: #Person1# requests #Person2# to move some things to the car, as #Person1# and his wife are moving to Florida.


#Person1#: I am really interested in buying this television.
#Person2#: That's so great!
#Person1#: How much are you selling it for?
#Person2#: This t. v is only $ 2500.
#Person1#: You can't be serious.
#Person2#: That's how much this t. v costs.
#Person1#: That's too expensive for me.
#Person2#: This television is of very high quality.
#Person1#: You can't go down on the price.
#Person2#: By how much?
#Person1#: I'll buy it for $ 2000.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but the price is final.

Summary: #Person1# thinks the price for the television is too high, but #Person2# says the price is final.


#Person1#: Tom, you promised to cut the lung. You won't forget, will you?
#Person2#: No, I assure you.
#Person1#: And you'll repair the television, won't you?
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Do you promise?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: And Tom, you will help Johnny with his homework, won't you?
#Person2#: I'll see. I will if I can but I won't promise.
#Person1#: But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight, won't you?
#Person2#: Yes. But only if you ask me nicely.
#Person1#: Tom, darling. You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight, won't you? Please!
#Person2#: Ok. I'll keep my promise.

Summary: #Person1# lists several things to ask Tom for his promises.


#Person1#: Hi, John, this is Mary, your tenant up in Lincoln Park.
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Mary, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I was wondering when trash collection day was.
#Person2#: It's on Tuesdays and Fridays.
#Person1#: Great.
#Person2#: You could save a couple of dollars by taking it to the dump yourself, though.
#Person1#: Oh, o. k. Where's that?
#Person2#: It's at the corner of that street.
#Person1#: Thanks. Who do I call for trash collection?
#Person2#: Just leave the stuff by the curb. The company'll send a guy out next month to give you the bill.
#Person1#: All right. Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: No problem.

Summary: Mary asks John about the trash collection. John tells Mary the date, location, and bill about it. John also suggests an alternative way.


#Person1#: What kind of note are you taking there. That looks like doodle to me.
#Person2#: It's picture association of the concept that the professor taught today.
#Person1#: Does that actually work for you?
#Person2#: I don't really know for sure yet. I'll tell you after the test on Friday.
#Person1#: I like to use shorthand note taking.
#Person2#: I was told once that the more time you spend writing, the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff.
#Person1#: Hmm. I never thought about it that way.
#Person2#: One time I tried just listening, no notes, no pictures. I think I really learned more that day.

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s note looks like a doodle and #Person1# likes to use shorthand note-taking. #Person2# believes it's better to spend less time writing.


#Person1#: Graham, why are you always on the phone with Jane?
#Person2#: Because we are partners in our science lab. Why are you so jealous?
#Person1#: The other night when you came home there was lipstick on your right cheek. How do you explain that?
#Person2#: My aunt Mary just flew in from Cleveland and she laid one right on my right cheek.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Of course I am. I only love you, Amy.
#Person1#: Okay, I'm sorry. I believe you.
#Person2#: Why do you always accuse me like that?
#Person1#: Because you are the most handsome boy at the university and I love you so much! I guess I just go crazy sometimes. That's all.
#Person2#: Oh, Amy. I am the luckiest guy in the world.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because I am loved by the most beautiful girl in the world!
#Person1#: Oh. Graham. I love you so much and I really believe in our love.

Summary: Amy is jealous because Graham is always on the phone with Jane, and there was lipstick on his cheek the other night. Gramham tells the reasons to her and then Amy believes in their love.


#Person1#: How was the party last night? Did you enjoy it?
#Person2#: Oh, don't talk to me about last night! It was the most awful evening I'Ve ever had.
#Person1#: Why? What happened?
#Person2#: Well. Mary had promised to be my date, but she stood me up. I waited for her for a full hour in the cold wind.
#Person1#: What about the party?
#Person2#: It was boring. The music was too slow and the food was lousy and, above all, I was really sick of the same old crowd all the time.
#Person1#: So how long did you stay?
#Person2#: I left after the opening dance. I couldn't wait to get out of there.

Summary: #Person2# had an awful evening because #Person2#'s date stood #Person2# up and the party was boring.


#Person1#: Hello there! Come on in! Don't just stand there! Come and take a seat!
#Person2#: Um, okay. Well, I just want a trim. Nothing too fancy.
#Person1#: Oh my gosh! Your hair is amazing! So silky, so shiny! I am going to work my magic on your hair! You hear me? You are going to look like a million bucks!
#Person2#: Okay. Um. . . can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top.
#Person1#: Don't you worry, I'll take care of everything! Oh my god! I just love your curly hair! It's so fluffy and cute! You should totally let it grow out. An afro would look great on you!
#Person2#: Um. . . no.
#Person1#: Okay, but you are going to be my masterpiece!

Summary: #Person2# wants a trim. #Person1# in being too enthusiastic and keeps praising #Person2#'s hair.


#Person1#: Have we sold out all the newspapers for today?
#Person2#: Yes. What a good job we have done!
#Person1#: Why are so many extra gifts left here?
#Person2#: Many customers didn't want them.
#Person1#: How about giving them to that old man?
#Person2#: Good idea.
#Person1#: By the way, do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but still it did attract a large crowds today.
#Person1#: I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper.
#Person2#: But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around.
#Person1#: That's true.
#Person2#: Anyway, let's just finish out job and get back home.
#Person1#: Okay. How tiring the job is!

Summary: #Person2# isn't sure whether it is a good idea to give gifts to customers. #Person1# thinks fliers may be more useful and cheaper, but #Person2# thinks people may just throw them away.


#Person1#: Robin, what are you going to do tomorrow?
#Person2#: Bob and I plan to play hockey in the morning.
#Person1#: And later?
#Person2#: Well, in the afternoon, after a long nap, we'll go yachting with Nora.
#Person1#: It seems that you will have a nice day tomorrow.
#Person2#: How about you? What are you going to do tomorrow?
#Person1#: I have a lot of work in the office and a lot of chores in the house. How I envy you, Robin!

Summary: Robin will play hockey and go yachting tomorrow while #Person1# has to do work and chore.


#Person1#: Honey, we are all out of wine and cheese. Do you mind running to the deli and picking up a few things?
#Person2#: Can't it wait? I'm watching the game right now!
#Person1#: Your friends and family are coming over tonight and we still need to get a lot of things.
#Person2#: Fine! What do you need?
#Person1#: OK, pick up some cured meats to go with the wine. Maybe a pound of polish sausages, ham, liverwurst, salami and any other cold cuts that are on sale. I think I saw a promotion for pastrami. Also get some cole slaw and a jar of olives.
#Person2#: Whoa wait a minute! Isn't that a bit too much? I mean, how much is all of this going to cost!
#Person1#: Never mind that. Get some dips as well. Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese dip and also some Tzatziki. If they have bean dip get that as well. Last but not least, get some pickles.
#Person2#: Is that all, your majesty?
#Person1#: Very funny! Get a move on! People will be here any minute.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to buy a lot of things as the friends and family are coming over tonight. But #Person2# thinks it'll be costly.


#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: What's the price of the bread?
#Person1#: 2. 50 Yuan.
#Person2#: And how much is the coca cola?
#Person1#: 3. 00 Yuan.
#Person2#: Here is ten Yuan.
#Person1#: Here is your change, please.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Welcome to my shop next time.

Summary: #Person2# buys bread and a coca-cola at #Person1#'s shop.


#Person1#: Bye, mom!
#Person2#: Wait, Jimmy, it's cold outside. Put a hat on!
#Person1#: OK. Bye!
#Person2#: No, wait, you will be too cold without mittens.
#Person1#: Alright. See ya!
#Person2#: Hold on, with that wind, you're going to catch a cold. Wear this scarf.
#Person1#: Ok, see you after school. . .
#Person2#: Oh. . . and ear muffs! Put these on. . . here we go.
#Person1#: Mom?
#Person2#: Yes, honey. . .
#Person1#: I. . . I can't breathe.

Summary: It's cold outside. Jimmy's mother keeps putting more clothes on Jimmy, but Jimmy can't breathe.


#Person1#: I may go grocery shopping later.
#Person2#: We need to get food?
#Person1#: I don't think we have any food.
#Person2#: What are you going to buy?
#Person1#: What food are we out of?
#Person2#: Go and look in the kitchen.
#Person1#: Could you look for me?
#Person2#: You should just get the basics.
#Person1#: What would that be?
#Person2#: Get some eggs, milk, and bread.
#Person1#: Would you please make a list for me?
#Person2#: Okay, I'll write it down for you.

Summary: #Person1# may go grocery shopping later and requests #Person2# to make a shopping list


#Person1#: I need to get my high speed internet installed.
#Person2#: You'll need to make an appointment.
#Person1#: Could I do that right now, please?
#Person2#: What day would you like us to do the installation?
#Person1#: Is Friday good?
#Person2#: We're only available at 3
#Person1#: You can't come any earlier than that?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. That's the only available time.
#Person1#: Are you available this Saturday?
#Person2#: Yes. Anytime on Saturday will be fine.
#Person1#: How does 11
#Person2#: We can do it. See you then.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# make an appointment to have #Person1#'s high speed internet installed on Saturday.


#Person1#: What's up? Are you still studying?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'll be added all night.
#Person1#: When's the big test?
#Person2#: Not for 3 days but I have too many things to remember before then.
#Person1#: You're taking this Spanish class so seriously. Don't you think you should lighten up a bit?
#Person2#: I can't. Not only do I need to get good grades but I also have to actually learn this stuff. Next year I'm applying to a nursing program and they give special financial help to students who speak 2 languages.
#Person1#: Come on, you'll do fine. You always do fine.
#Person2#: Only when I study hard.
#Person1#: OK, but can't you take a little break? Hey, you should come get some fish with me. You know fish is actually very good for your brain.

Summary: #Person2# studies Spanish all night preparing for the test because #Person2# needs good grades to apply for the special financial help from a nursing program.


#Person1#: I'm going to the fair now. if any one looks for me. ask them to call the fair.
#Person2#: What is the telephone number there?
#Person1#: 8826789 4, extension to 208
#Person2#: When will you reach there?
#Person1#: About ten. another thing is that I want an appointment with the customer at Changing hotel at three thirty this afternoon. please help me phone the customer so we can confirm now.
#Person2#: What is the customer's name, and what is his room number?
#Person1#: You can check them from the fax yesterday.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll phone the customer right away. Do you want to pick him up at our office?
#Person1#: No, I'll discuss the business with him at hotel.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to tell people to reach him by calling the fair and to make an appointment at Changing hotel in the afternoon.


#Person1#: Did you see those robots? They were so smart. I can't believe how many different kinds there were at the technology show. They could do so many things too. Even activities that I thought could only be done by human hands.
#Person2#: It's really amazing.
#Person1#: I understand why they say that China's future is in robots, they will change society.
#Person2#: That's exactly what I'm afraid of. Can we predict what the consequences will be?
#Person1#: Well, it is hard to say.
#Person2#: I'm worried what the average person will experience as they communicate with robots on a daily basis. We are already surrounded by technology day and night in this modern society. Will some people completely lose the ability to form relationships with other people? These are some of the questions I'll be researching for my term paper.
#Person1#: I understand your concerns, but I think our country needs to become more competitive, with other countries that are also developing this technology.
#Person2#: We can ask professor Smith to talk a bit more about this in his next class.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about robots at the technology show. #Person2# is afraid that robots will make people unwilling to socialize, while #Person1# believes that robot technology needs to be developed to become more competitive.


#Person1#: That's OK, Ben, just let it go. I thought you were just a little too much into it.
#Person2#: I wasn't kidding before, OK, I'm fine now.
#Person1#: Honey, have you ever heard that there are a lot of stray cats now.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Now they are collected by some volunteers, and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters.
#Person2#: What are you saying? You are acting weird today.
#Person1#: I want to adopt a cat, and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too.
#Person2#: Haha, very funny, but it doesn't make any sense to me.
#Person1#: That's all right. At least I got myself left.
#Person2#: Seriously, if we will adopt any animals, we'd gotta to talk to Daniel.
#Person1#: I hope that he would grant me with that.
#Person2#: Hope so.

Summary: #Person1# tells Ben that #Person1# wants to adopt a cat. Ben can't understand why #Person1# wants to do so and says they need to ask Denial for permission.


#Person1#: Would you like to go to the natural history museum with me?
#Person2#: Have you ever been to it before?
#Person1#: Yes, lots of time. I was quite impressed by the wide variety of exhibitions they have.
#Person2#: Let's go. It sounds interesting.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to the natural history museum. #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: Rachel? This is John Emory speaking.
#Person2#: Yes, Mr. Emory?
#Person1#: I'Ve got some bad news. All the plans sent over to the McGrath Corporation have been rejected. We're going to have to start from scratch.
#Person2#: I thought they had already agreed to everything. That's going to take weeks to rework.

Summary: John Emory tells Rachel they have to rework their plans since they have been rejected.


#Person1#: Do you know which bus I can take to PCC?
#Person2#: Tell me where you need to get on at.
#Person1#: I live on Las Flores and Fair Oaks.
#Person2#: If you don't mind walking, I know a bus you can take.
#Person1#: I'm okay with walking.
#Person2#: Walk all the way down Fair Oaks, and catch the 267 on Altadena Drive.
#Person1#: Do you know which direction it should be heading?
#Person2#: You have to catch it going west.
#Person1#: Which stop do I get off on?
#Person2#: You need to get off on the corner of Del Mar and Hill.
#Person1#: Thank you for telling me.
#Person2#: It was my pleasure.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go to the bus station, which bus to take and where to get off to go to PCC.


#Person1#: I really like the record you lent me the other day.
#Person2#: I'm glad you like it.
#Person1#: And thank you very much for letting me keep it so long.
#Person2#: Not at all.
#Person1#: I'm most grateful. Everyone in our class enjoyed it.
#Person2#: I'm glad.
#Person1#: Would you mind my keeping it for another week?

Summary: #Person1# thanks #Person2# for the record that #Person2# lent and wants to keep it for more time.


#Person1#: Henry, I want to ask you something.
#Person2#: Say what you want to say.
#Person1#: You see. The wage is not paid yet, I am wondering if you could possibly lend me some money.
#Person2#: I am sorry. But I do not have any money to lend to you.

Summary: #Person1# wants to borrow some money from Henry but Henry doesn't have any.


#Person1#: Hello, Jill.
#Person2#: Tom, You're back, come in please. How are you?
#Person1#: Fine, only a little tired.
#Person2#: You'll recover after a good night's sleep.
#Person1#: Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence.
#Person2#: That's all right. Would you have a cup of coffee?
#Person1#: Yes, Please. It's very kind of you.
#Person2#: Don't mention it.
#Person1#: The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well. You are very helpful. I want to thank you for everything you've done for me.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.
#Person1#: I bought you some books on literature, I don't know if you would like them.
#Person2#: Thank you. Thank you for the trouble you've taken.
#Person1#: Not at all.

Summary: Tom comes back and thanks to Jill for looking after his house in his absence. Tom bought Jill some books on literature.


#Person1#: How about your grades of study?
#Person2#: I have been doing quite well. As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 %. And I'Ve been awarded Zu Jingle Scholarship two times.
#Person1#: Besides your major, do you know some in other fields?
#Person2#: Yes. To develop my knowledge, I studied Economics, Business Administration and Accounting through self-study. Nowadays, I have passed three courses on CPA.
#Person1#: Have you ever been a student leader?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to be the monitor of my class.
#Person1#: Did it affect you much?
#Person2#: It's a very important experience for me. First, it improved my organizing ability, and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective. Second, it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s grade is good and develops knowledge of economics, business administration and accounting. #Person2# also has experience of being a student leader.


#Person1#: I have with me this evening, Louise Graham, a group leader at Ravens Field Outdoor Adventure Center for children. Louise, how long have you been there?
#Person2#: Well, before I first went there 2 years ago, I thought I'd probably only stay for a year. But after 6 months or so. I really started to enjoy the job, so I'd been there ever since. To be honest, I was lacking in self confidence and when I first arrived I was a bit worried about making mistakes. I was frightened I might put the children in danger because of my inexperience.
#Person1#: What's the best thing about your work?
#Person2#: One thing I like is seeing them have so much fun. Even if sometimes their behavior isn't perfect, and I can suggest activities that haven't been tried before, but there are always some children who haven't quite got as much ability as others, and for me, the most rewarding part of the job is getting them to succeed and things they haven't managed to do before. It's hard work though, sometimes you're on duty at night.
#Person1#: Um, what do you think about that?
#Person2#: Well, I can't say I look forward to starting work at 10:00 PM. But the kids have to be looked after 24 hours, so someone has to do it, and all the staff take turns.

Summary: Louise Graham, a group leader at Ravens Field Outdoor Adventure Center for children tells #Person1# his working experiences, the best thing about his job, and his feelings towards the job.


#Person1#: Would you like to copy the EX files and pass me the copy? There are some figures I want to check.
#Person2#: Here is the copy. Do you need anything else?
#Person1#: Yes, I also need all the letters we received from them.
#Person2#: Do you mean all the sales letters from them?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right.
#Person2#: I'll get them for you at once. And could I file the report for you?
#Person1#: Yes, but I need the report copied on transparency paper.
#Person2#: No problem.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# with some paperwork.


#Person1#: Hello. My name's Linda Brown. What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: Hi. I'm Tom Peterson. I'm looking for a one-bedroom apartment.
#Person1#: Certainly. First, I would like to ask you some questions to identify your needs before I show you what we have.
#Person2#: That's fine.
#Person1#: What price range are you interested in?
#Person2#: Well, between $ 350-400 a month.
#Person1#: Okay. Do you have a special location in mind?
#Person2#: I'd like to live somewhere near the university, or at least on a bus line.
#Person1#: When would you like to move in?
#Person2#: As soon as possible.
#Person1#: How about the end of this month?
#Person2#: Fine.
#Person1#: Are there any special features that you would like to have, such as, a dishwasher, a balcony, a swimming pool, central air conditionining, etc. ?
#Person2#: I would like to have a dishwasher and central air conditioning.
#Person1#: Okay. Here are the photos of the apartments that fit your preferences.
#Person2#: Thank you. This one looks nice. Is it near the university?
#Person1#: Yes. It's only 5 minutes walk from the campus.
#Person2#: That's good. I'd like to see it.

Summary: Tom tells Linda he's looking for a one-bedroom apartment and Linda asks Tom some questions to identify his needs. Tom answers and Linda shows photos of an apartment. Tom's satisfied and will see it.


#Person1#: I'm famished! Let's get some grub!
#Person2#: I'm in the mood for some chips and salsa.
#Person1#: Me, too! The chips here are so light and crispy.
#Person2#: And they have tangy, freshly-made salsa, too. My mouth is watering already!
#Person1#: I'll go get the chips. What do you want to drink?
#Person2#: Surprise me.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about what to order. They will have chips.


#Person1#: What is the biggest holiday that your family celebrates? For my family, it's the New Year.
#Person2#: That is a big one for us, too. But even more important our birthdays.
#Person1#: Oh, Why is that?
#Person2#: I think my grandparents started the tradition. They met and got married when they were older. They thought they would not be able to have children. When their first baby was born they were so happy. They decided that every birthday for their children would be a big event.
#Person1#: So that tradition passed on to your parents?
#Person2#: Right. Even now, my parents take the day off work to celebrate my birthday with me. My Mother cooks a special dinner and my father gives me beautiful clothes or jewelry.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that birthday is the biggest event to celebrate because it is a tradition from #Person2#'s grandparents.


#Person1#: Hi, Julia, it's Robert. How are you? I didn't see you in class today and I wondered if you were alright.
#Person2#: Oh yes, I'm better now, but I decided to take the day off as I woke up with a slight cold. It's really so nice you called.
#Person1#: Julia, I got you a copy of the main points of the lecture. It was just an introduction to French impressionist paintings.
#Person2#: I see. I can read it then before the next class.
#Person1#: Uh Julia, I'm calling as I wonder if you are free on Saturday night. My friend Max is having a party and I'd like to know if you want to go.
#Person2#: That would be really nice. I'll be free then. What time shall we go?
#Person1#: How about meeting in the student union bar at 7:00 o'clock?
#Person2#: That'll be fine, but shouldn't we buy a present for Max?
#Person1#: Well, we can stop at a gift shop on the way.
#Person2#: Fine. I'll see you then.

Summary: Robert calls Julia to know whether she is ok because she didn't come to class today. Julia says she is better now. Robert then invites her to go to a party. Julia agrees.


#Person1#: You have done an excellent job this year and we are pleased with the results.
#Person2#: I am glad that you have been happy with my performance.
#Person1#: As a result of your performance, we are happy to offer you the position of manager.
#Person2#: Does this title come with an increase in salary?
#Person1#: Yes, it does.
#Person2#: Can you give me the specifics?
#Person1#: Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500.
#Person2#: That sounds fair.

Summary: #Person1# offers #Person2# the position of manager with the salary's increase for #Person2#'s excellent performance.


#Person1#: Simon, may I introduce you to Linda? You don't know each other, do you?
#Person2#: No. I've not had the pleasure of meeting her yet.
#Person3#: How do you do? I'm pleased to meet you.
#Person2#: How do you do?
#Person3#: Please sit down. Help yourself just like you are at home.
#Person2#: What would you like to drink?
#Person3#: A cup of coffee, please.

Summary: #Person1# introduces Simon to Linda.


#Person1#: What's the accommodation like in London Ahmed?
#Person2#: Well, it's a bit difficult. There are thousands of overseas students here, you know.
#Person1#: Would it be better to stay in a hotel, to share a flat, or to stay with a family?
#Person2#: It would probably be better to stay with a family to begin with, Carla.
#Person1#: You wouldn't recommend sharing a flat?
#Person2#: No, I wouldn't move into a flat if I were you. You won't get much studying done in a flat. You'll spend half your time cooking and cleaning.
#Person1#: How can I find out about families who take in students?
#Person2#: There's a list at the student union building on campus. The people at the student union should be able to help you find a family to stay with.

Summary: #Person2# recommends Carla to stay with a family because living in a flat will take much time to cook and clean.


#Person1#: Dad, what will we have for dinner?
#Person2#: I don't know. Maybe fried fish, chicken soup and...
#Person1#: Oh, no, I'm tired of such things now.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. But that is the only thing I can cook. What do you want to have then?
#Person1#: I do wish Mom were at home. Why don't we go and eat out for a change?
#Person2#: Oh, that's a good idea. I like Kentucky fried chicken very much.
#Person1#: Dad, you always talk about fried chicken. Let's have something different. I'd like to go to McDonald's this time.
#Person2#: OK then. You'll drive, won't you?
#Person1#: No, I'm a bit tired today. You should drive.
#Person2#: OK, OK. I always do things like that. I hope your Mom will be back soon. Ah here we are.
#Person1#: Dad, what would you like to have? I'd like a hamburger.
#Person2#: I want one, too. And some French fries, Jill?
#Person1#: Please buy me some salad instead. And a glass of Coke. OK?
#Person2#: Hamburger, salad, and a glass of Coke. Is that all for you, Jill?
#Person1#: Right, and give me an ice cream, too. I'll go and find the seats.
#Person2#: And I'll get some vegetables for myself, and a coffee...

Summary: Jill's mom isn't home. Jill doesn't want fried fish and chicken soup her father plans to cook for dinner, so she and her father go to McDonald's and they talk about what to eat.