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test_101	Shelagh: Hey Welcome to Berlin, it's great to see you again. Dionis: Yeah, good to see you too. Have you been waiting here at the station long? Shelagh: Only 15 minutes, but let's get out of this cold and go to my apartment. How are you feeling after that long bus ride? Dionis: It wasn't too bad, it was only 19 hours. ...	Dionis is awaiting Shelagh at a bus station. Dionis chose bus over airplanes with the intention to help the environment, but didn't expect it would be such a terrible ride.
test_102	Wells: How can we get in touch with you? Allan: Please call me or send e-mail. Could you please let me know when your organization can make a decision? Wells: About one week. Allan: I really appreciate your time and help. See you then.	Wells can tell Allan their organization's decision by phone or e-mail in about one week.
test_103	Susan Miller: John? It's Susan Miller. John: Hi, Susan. What's up? Susan Miller: Do you know where that memo about office procedures is? I want to give my secretary a copy. John: I'm sorry. I have no idea. I haven't seen that for ages. Susan Miller: Alright. Thank you anyway.	Susan wants to find the memo. John has no idea where it is.
test_104	Stephen: Ms. Dawson, I need you to take a dictation for me. Ms. Dawson: Yes, sir... Stephen: This should go out as an intra-office memorandum to all employees by this afternoon. Are you ready? Ms. Dawson: Yes, sir. Go ahead. Stephen: Attention all staff... Effective immediately, all office communications are restricted...	In order to prevent employees from wasting time on Instant Message programs, Stephen decides to terminate the use of those programs and asks Ms. Dawson to send out a memo to all employees by the afternoon.
test_105	Lisa: What's the matter, Lisa? You don't look too good. Leanor: I just found out that my husband is cheating on me. Lisa: You mean Mark? He seems like such an honest guy. Leanor: That's what I thought. It seems that he's been seeing someone else for about two months. Lisa: Two months? How did you find out? Leanor: I as...	Lisa found out Mark had been cheating on her and decided to divorce him if he wouldn't tell the truth. Lisa agrees with Lisa.
test_106	Laverna: Oh dear, my weight has gone up again. Emmey: I am not surprised, you eat too much. Laverna: And I suppose sitting at the desk all day at the office doesn't help. Emmey: No, I wouldn't think so. Laverna: I do wish I could lose weight. Emmey: Well, why don't you go on a diet? Laverna: I've tried diets before but...	Laverna wants to lose weight. Emmey suggests Laverna take an exercise class to exercise more.
test_107	Shane: I've had it! I am done working for a company that is taking me nowhere! Isidore: So what are you gonna do? Just quit? Shane: That's exactly what I am going to do! I have decided to create my own company! I am going to write up a business plan, get some investors and start working for myself! Isidore: Have you ev...	Shane wants to start Shane's own business, but Isidore warns Shane of the hassle. Isidore tells Shane what is needed in a business plan and Shane decides to stick to the old job for now.
test_108	Jodi: Terrible. How about people's lives? Ana: Fortunately, there is no person died. Jodi: That's great. It seems that Typhoon is not as bad as earthquake. Ana: Yeah. Earthquake is one of the most badly natural disasters in the world. Jodi: That's why many people died in the earthquake. Ana: Well, China is located...	Jodi and Ana discuss the destructive impact that earthquakes have in Chinese history, and the assistance for the Wenchuan Earthquake.
test_109	Harry: Harry, what's the matter? You look pale. Evy: I just had a terrible experience. Harry: Did you have an accident? Evy: Not quite, but almost. I was crossing the street just now and was almost hit by a car. Fortunately, I jumped back in time. Harry: How awful! I hope you got the number of the car, so you can repor...	Harry tells Harry that he crossed the street while reading the newspaper and almost got hit by a car.
test_110	Brandise: Where is Pamela? Elvira: Is she coming? Brandise: She told me she'd be here. Elvira: They are announcing your flight. You'd better board the plane. Brandise: Are you rushing me? Elvira: I am just reminding you about the time. You don't want to miss the plane, do you? Brandise: I know what I am doing. Don't wo...	Brandise is taking off to restart a business. Brandise expresses appreciation to Elvira and asks Elvira to take care of Pamela.
test_111	Ilyse: Well, you must be happy, Nathan you're almost ready to go to Chicago for your practice. We're sure going to miss you around here. Nathan: I'll miss you too, mom. But yeah, I'm excited about my summer. And don't be too sad. I'll be back in a few months, in time for the first day of school. By winter break, you'll...	Nathan is going to Chicago for practice and he is confident that he will do a good job and learn from others. Though worried at first, his mom thinks it's a great opportunity for him.
test_112	Jobyna: Mom, may I play the card games for a while? Mom: Do you know Dad working is in the study. Jobyna: I won't make any noise. Mom, please. Mom: Behave yourself! Don't make any noise. Have you finished your homework? Jobyna: Yes, I've finished. Mom: Okay, then let me see. Jobyna: er. . . , mom, I promise. I won't ma...	Mom allows Jobyna to play card games without making any noise.
test_113	Cathie: Well, do you have any experience in guiding? Huangguoshu Falls: Yes, but I only have few experiences. I guided a few groups of foreign tourists from America last winter vacation. I showed them around some places of interest. Cathie: What places of interest did you show them? Huangguoshu Falls: Too many. I will ...	Cathie asks Huangguoshu Falls about experience in guiding .
test_114	Malinda: The air conditioning is not working! We need to call a handyman before we start to fry in here! Dan: Dan is on top of that. I think they are also getting the handyman to fix the bathroom toilet that keeps clogging up. Malinda: That would be convenient. They might as well ask him to fix the electrical wiring. T...	Malinda wants a handyman to fix the air conditioner and it reminds Malinda and Dan to fix other things as well.
test_115	Mr. Murray: Excuse me. I am interested in getting a library card. Evangelia: Sure, let me give you an application. You can fill it out right here at the counter. Mr. Murray: OK, here it is. Evangelia: Let me take a look at this for you. May I have your driver's license, please? Mr. Murray: Here's my license and for...	Mr. Murray has a library card after filling out the application and checked license by Evangelia.
test_116	Nola: Amy, what was your first job? Amy: Well, when I graduated from the college in 1998, I worked first as a secretary to the General Manager. That lasted for two years. Then I was promoted the Personnel Manager. Nola: What were your duties? Amy: I was responsible for all personnel matters. Nola: Did you enjoy it? Amy...	Amy is talking about her first job experience and later job with Nola.
test_117	Benjie: Would you please recommend some Chinese wine? Melva: Would you like to have a taste of Moutan? Benjie: That's great! What comes along with Moutan? Melva: Yes, you con order some typical Chinese dishes. For example, Roast Beijing Duck. Benjie: It sounds good. Melva: Yes, it is the best of our hotel. Benjie: Real...	Melva recommends Moutan and Roast Beijing Duck. Benjie will have a try in the hotel.
test_118	Skylar: Marquet, do you think I should enroll in the science course? Marquet: Yes, I think so, If you want to graduated this year, you've got to take a science course. Skylar: Right, I figure since you are doing premedical, you know about the very courses. Marquet: Well, I have to take biology, chemistry, maps and p...	Marquet suggests Skylar take a good introductory course for non-science majors.
test_119	Agatha: Police in North London are treating as murder the death of a man thought to be in his forties whose body was found in a pedestrian subway in Neasden. The man leading the hunt is Detective Chief Superintendent John Day, who explains what they know of the man's movements in the early hours of this morning. Shawn:...	John Day describes known details of a murder case which happened in a pedestrian subway at midnight and answers Agatha's questions to tell what he know about the case. But he hasn't be able to identify more, even he knows three witnesses.
test_120	Jane: I don't know if you've heard of it, Peter, but some of us are thinking of going to Xi'an in the summer. I don't know if you'd like to come with us. Peter: Well, that's very kind of you, Jane, but when are you thinking of going? Jane: Oh, some time in July. Around the 16th, I think. Peter: I see. And for how long?...	Jane invites Peter to go on a trip with their friends together to Xi'an in the summer. Peter asks about the trip and is interested. They also talk about their ideal place for a holiday.
test_121	Amelie: Excuse me. Can you tell me how to get to City Hall? Inci: Yes. Go to the next corner and turn left onto Center Street. Walk three blocks to Second Avenue and turn right. Walk two more blocks and you'll see City Hall on the left. Amelie: I'm sorry. I didn't follow you. Could you please repeat that? Inci: Okay. F...	Inci patiently shows Amelie the way to City Hall.
test_122	Armond: Hey, How's it going? Kata: Not good. I lost my backpack. Armond: Oh, that's too bad. Is anything important in it? Kata: Just my wallet. There's some money in it. Armond: Is your ID lost? Kata: No, thank god. Armond: Was your backpack stolen? Kata: No, I took a taxi yesterday, and I left it in the car. Armond: ...	Kata left Kata's backpack and wallet in a taxi and failed to contact the driver because Kata didn't have the number. Armond lends 50 dollars to Armond and will drive Kata home.
test_123	Lorena: Is there anything I can do for you? Orelle: Yes, I am looking for a skirt. What's in fashion now? Lorena: This one is the latest. How do you like it? Orelle: Well. Could I try it on? Lorena: Sure. Orelle: It's cute. The color suits my complexion. How much does it cost? Lorena: 400 dollars. Orelle: What? Th...	Lorena shows Orelle a skirt. Orelle likes its color but thinks it's ridiculously expensive.
test_124	Marta: Can I help you? Jennie: Yes, would you mind telling me something about the house? Marta: Well, it has a nice living room, a large dining room and three comfortable bedrooms. Jennie: It sounds good. What about the kitchen? Marta: Oh, it is quite modern. It has a fridge, an electric stove and a dishwasher. Jennie:...	Marta is introducing a house to Jennie.
test_125	Mary: Listen to this. Mary got married. Nikkie: Is she really? I can't believe it! Mary: Yes. Yesterday. Nikkie: Good gracious. That's incredible! Mary: She married Jerrod. Nikkie: You're kidding. Mary: She's going to live in Paris. Nikkie: Really? I'm surprised.	Mary got married. Nikkie is surprised when told by Mary.
test_126	Mr. Fisher: Ah, good morning, Ms. Ross, do come in. Ms. Ross: Hello, Mr. Fisher. Nice to see you. Mr. Fisher: Face to face instead of on the phone, what? Haha. How are you? Ms. Ross: Fine, thanks, very well. Mr. Fisher: Oh, do sit down. Would you like some coffee? Ms. Ross: Oh, yes please, black. Mr. Fisher: Here you a...	Ms. Ross helps Mr. Fisher make arrangements for a presentation. Mr. Fisher decides to serve a pre-lunch snack buffet and designs the room setting. Mr. Fisher isn't sure about how many people to come and Ms. Ross is worried that there might be too many people because the room is small.
test_127	Marv: What do you do when you are angry? Quigly: I usually calm down first and think about the reason that caused my anger. Marv: That's smart. What do you usually do to relieve your anger? Quigly: Something like listening to music is a good idea. Marv: Oh, what kind of music do you listen to? Quigly: Classic. Somethin...	Quigly introduces ways to relieve anger to Marv, including listening to music and working out.
test_128	Waylen: Were you born in Los Angeles? Jerrome: No. I was born in Chicago as a matter of fact. Waylen: Oh, were you? Jerrome: Yeah, I grew up in the suburbs, in Wilmette, and then I moved out here when I was fourteen. Waylen: So you went to high school here? Jerrome: Yeah, that's right. I graduated from Lincoln High. Wa...	Waylen asks Jerrome about past experiences of living in different cities around the world.
test_129	Sarah: Have you ever thought of moving, Sarah? Jo Ann: We thought about it, but my husband and I can't afford it right now. Sarah: Buying a house near our company can be expensive, but there are ways to find cheaper houses. Jo Ann: Like what? Sarah: Well, you can buy a house far away from the city center. You would def...	Sarah tells Sarah that she can't afford a new house. Sarah says Sarah's sister-in-law bought a cheap house and suggests Sarah should buy a house far from the city center.
test_130	Andy: Hi, Fanny. Fanny: Hi, Andy. Andy: Are you feeling OK? You sound a little tired this morning. Fanny: I did not sleep much last night. I really feel bad. It was a crazy night. Andy: What happened? Fanny: I had a bad dream. I was walking alone in the graveyard, and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves....	Fanny had a nightmare because of the pressure from school applications. Her mother and Andy both comfort her.
test_131	Carol: So, did I tell you about my New Year's resolution? I've decided to go on a diet. Cassie: And you're going to completely transform your eating habits, right? Carol: Exactly! I'm going to cut out all that junk I eat. No more chips, no more soda, no more fried food. Cassie: I've heard this one before. Carol: But th...	Carol has decided to go on a diet in the new year. Carol doesn't believe Carol will stick to it
test_132	Harlan: I want to get a bite to eat. Bernhard: What are you thinking of getting? Harlan: I have no idea what I want. Bernhard: You can get a burger, or some Chinese food. Or maybe you can get some Mexican food. Harlan: I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food. Bernhard: Where are you going to get your Chinese food fro...	Harlan wants to eat something and Bernhard gives some advice. Harlan finally goes to eat Chinese food.
test_133	Jessey: Can you develop the roll of film? Jerrilyn: Sure. Jessey: How long does it take? Jerrilyn: 6 hours. If you are in a hurry we can develop it in 3 hours. Jessey: There is no need. I will come back tomorrow.	Jerrilyn will spend six hours developing Jessey's roll of film.
test_134	Jill: Hello. Adrianna: Hello. May I speak to Mark, please? Jill: Sure, just a minute. Mark, you're wanted on the phone. Mark: Hello, this is Mark speaking. Adrianna: Hi! This is Jill. How come you didn't come in today? Mark: Oh, we had a birthday party for David last night. As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible...	Mark didn't come in today because of a terrible hangover. Jill and he will celebrate the birth of Bill's new baby tomorrow.
test_135	Ainsley: I'm broke, and I have to catch another bus. Titos: Why don't you have any money for another bus? Ainsley: I got hungry and bought some chips. Titos: That was smart. Ainsley: Anyway, do you have any change I can use for the bus? Titos: I don't have any. Ainsley: I don't know how I'm going to get home. Titos: Ge...	Ainsley's broke, so Titos suggests Ainsley get a free bus transfer.
test_136	Lori: What's wrong with you, Mr. Polly? Mr. Polly: What's wrong? I want a break from this horrible job. Lori: Then, buy a bottle of soft drink. Mr. Polly: Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop? Lori: It's a problem, because my boss is in that shop now. Mr. Polly: Ok, I will go there myself. Lori: Sorry, Mr....	Mr. Polly is tired and wants a break from work. Lori cannot buy a bottle of soft drink for him.
test_137	Kelsi: We're having a department meeting at 10 o'clock, ok? Leorah: That's fine. . . I need to pick up some stationary-you know, a stapler, scissors, files, who should I see about that? Kelsi: See Julie, the receptionist. She knows where all that stuff is kept. You might like a calendar for you desk. She can give you o...	Kelsi helps Leorah find the things that Leorah wants. Kelsi finds it comfortable working in the office.
test_138	Sheryl: Yeah. Just pull on this strip. Then peel off the back. Isadore: You might make a few enemies this way. Sheryl: If they don't think this is fun, they're not meant to be our friends. Isadore: You mean your friends. I think it's cruel. Sheryl: Yeah. But it's fun. Look at those two ugly old ladies. . . or are they ...	Sheryl is about to make a prank. Isadore thinks it's cruel at first but then joins.
test_139	Tom: Catherine, have you ever seen the movie Fast Food Nation? Catherine: Yes, I remember it was inspired by a New York Times best-seller of the same name. Tom: It's very thought-provoking, isn't it? Catherine: Exactly. It reveals the dark side of the all-American meal. Tom: So what do you think of the American fast fo...	Tom and Catherine are talking about American fast food culture. They think Americans need to find a way to make the most of their fast foods.
test_140	Elisha: Excuse me, Alice, I've never used this place before. Can you tell me how to use the machines? Alice: What do you mean? These are the washing machines. Those big things over there are the dryers. Elisha: I see. Do the machines have soap in them? Alice: No, of course not. You have to put soap in. Did you bring yo...	Elisha doesn't know how to use the washing machine and asks Alice for help. Alice tells Elisha how to use it. Elisha's never washed clothes before because Elisha's mother did the washing for Elisha.
test_141	Judy: Hey, Frank. I heard you got a new job. Frank: Yeah, Judy. I will be working for the Post Office. It's not a bad job. Judy: Is it true that you have a heavy work schedule? Frank: That's right. I am supposed to work at 5am everyday, and I only get 45 minutes for lunch. Judy: So, why did you apply for such a demandi...	Frank explains to Judy the reason why he took a job at the Post office is that the government offers excellent health insurance benefits for its employees.
test_142	Lin: Thank you. Steven. That was the most magnificent meal I've had abroad. You'll have to let me reciprocate the next time you're in Beijing. Steven: Don't worry about it, Lin. That's no big deal. You know, Americans appreciate China's rich culinary culture. Just excuse me for a second while I check the number here a...	Steven treats Lin to a nice meal. Then they talk about the tipping cultures in their countries.
test_143	Hong: Hong, I really need to call back to the UK but I can't afford to pay for the roaming charges. Joab: Well, why don't you use a local SIM card? Hong: Can I do that? Joab: Yes. Just go to the convenience store and ask for a SIM card. Then insert it into your phone. Hong: I see. How much will that cost? Joab: Well it...	Hong suggests Hong use a local SIM card to save money to call.
test_144	Jack: Hey, Charlie, do you want to come to my house after school and play video games with me? I just got a cool new game. We will go pick up my dad at the airport at 6:00 but you can stay for 2 hours. Charlie: Sure, Jack. I just have to finish my homework first. What's the game that you got? Jack: It's a game where yo...	Jack invites Charlie to play video games after he picks up his dad. Charlie agrees.
test_145	Rubina: Adam, could you show me around the school? Adam: No problem. Rubina: What's the tallest building? Adam: You mean the white building near the playground? Rubina: Yes. Adam: That is the library. And it has more than 1, 000, 000 books. Rubina: What's the building to the south of the library? Adam: You know, our sc...	Adam shows Rubina around his school and introduces the library, the new classroom building, and the swimming pool.
test_146	Mariann: Hello, I bought the pendant in your shop, just before. Cherin: Yes. Thank you very much. Mariann: Now I come back to the hotel and try to show it to my friend, the pendant is broken, I'm afraid. Cherin: Oh, is it? Mariann: Would you change it to a new one? Cherin: Yes, certainly. You have the receipt? Ma...	Mariann goes back to Cherin's shop to replace a broken pendant.
test_147	John: Susan I could really use your help this weekend. Susan: What is it John? Another term paper? John: No no, this is easy compared to that. My cousin is coming on Thursday. She has an interview at the college and I promised my odd I'd look after her. We're going to the game on Friday. But on Saturday I'm on duty at ...	John asks Susan to help look after his cousin who will come to have a college interview and they have also made a backup plan if there was a snowstorm.
test_148	Brook: Alright, we need to have a plan here. First of all, which bed do you want? Dave: Well, everybody wants the bottom bunk. Why don't we flip a coin for it? Brook: Alright. Do you have a coin? Dave: Yes. Here's a quarter. I flip it, you call it in the air. Brook: Heads. Dave: Sorry, it's tails. You lose. Brook...	Dave has the bottom bunk by winning the coin flip with Brook. They decide to use Brook's stereos because it's better. Brook has the desk by the window for it's fair. Brook will go out for food and come back to unpack after Dave has done.
test_149	Alan: You should have seen the line at the housing office. It took me an hour to make my dormitory deposit for next year. Have you made yours yet? Javier: No, I'm not sure I'm going to. Alan: There's not much time left. The deadline's May 1. That is just two weeks from now. Are you short of cash? Javier: No, I'm Okay. ...	Javier is not sure whether to rent a house with a higher cost or live on campus with a lower cost.
test_150	Sonia: I don't know how to adjust my life. Would you give me a piece of advice? Bethena: You look a bit pale, don't you? Sonia: Yes, I can't sleep well every night. Bethena: You should get plenty of sleep. Sonia: I drink a lot of wine. Bethena: If I were you, I wouldn't drink too much. Sonia: I often feel so tired. Bet...	Sonia wants to adjust Sonia's life and Bethena suggests Sonia be positive and stay healthy.
test_151	Herrick: Mary, why are you so tired? Mary: I go to the personnel market every day, and put a lot of energy into it. Herrick: Why don't you think about applying for a job on the Internet? Mary: On the Internet? I have never tried that way. Herrick: Well, it's very convenient and very popular now. Mary: So how to apply f...	Herrick advises Mary to try applying for a job online and teaches her how to do it. Mary will try it.
test_152	Lorena: Is there anything I can do for you? Orelle: Yes, I am looking for a skirt. What's in fashion now? Lorena: This one is the latest. How do you like it? Orelle: Well. Could I try it on? Lorena: Sure. Orelle: It's cute. The color suits my complexion. How much does it cost? Lorena: 400 dollars. Orelle: What? Th...	Orelle likes a skirt but it is ridiculously expensive.
test_153	Patrice: Have you enjoyed your weekend? Mala: Yes, it's been marvelous. It really was very kind of you to invite me. I hope it hasn't been too much trouble. Patrice: Not at all. We've really enjoyed having you. I hope you'll come and stay again next time you're in Changsha.	Patrice and Mala has enjoyed a nice weekend together.
test_154	Tim: Tim, you're going to talk about your project and how to lead a greener life. Why did you choose that subject? Simeon: Well. We'd learned a lot about the environment in our science lessons, so I decided to see what I could do in my own life rather than just act completely helpless. And I knew the rest of my family ...	Tim's project is about how to lead a greener life. Tim consults about his motivation and his findings at school. Tim finds there are many aspects that can be improved for his school.
test_155	Carol: So, did I tell you about my New Year's resolution? I've decided to go on a diet. Cassie: And you're going to completely transform your eating habits, right? Carol: Exactly! I'm going to cut out all that junk I eat. No more chips, no more soda, no more fried food. Cassie: I've heard this one before. Carol: But th...	Carol's decided to go on a diet for New Year's resolution. Carol doesn't believe Carol will stick to it.
test_156	Beowulf: Dad should we go to the cinema this afternoon? Norman: Go to the cinema? Well, I don't know. Beowulf: Helen always takes me to the cinema. Norman: Well, I know your aunt Helen always takes you, but what film will be on today? Beowulf: No country for old men. Norman: No country for old men? Good, it's an intere...	Dad agrees with Beowulf's advice on going to the cinema and McDonald's this afternoon.
test_157	Walter: Excuse me. Dieter: Yes, sir. Can I help you? Walter: Um, this steak, I asked for to be medium rare. Dieter: Medium rare, that's right, sir. I remember your order. Walter: Well, I'm afraid it isn't. It's a bit too well done and rather tough. Would you mind changing? Dieter: If it is not to your satisfaction, I'l...	Dieter will change a steak for Walter as that one doesn't satisfy Walter.
test_158	Lucila: Hi, I was wondering if I could get my test results from the other day. Aridatha: Yes, I would like to schedule an appointment for you to come in and talk with me. Lucila: Is something wrong with me? Aridatha: No, sometimes the test results aren't clear and we need to do more to get a clearer picture. Lucila...	Aridatha wants to schedule an appointment with Lucila and Lucila's husband to talk about Lucila's test results.
test_159	Ethelyn: Hello, can I help you? Jenny: I'd like to rent a Toyota Carola. Ethelyn: Alright. How long will you need it? Jenny: For 3 days. Ethelyn: Have you ever rented a car before? Jenny: No, I haven't. Can I choose the color of the car? Ethelyn: Sure, we have Toyota Carola's in black, red and silver. Jenny: I don't li...	Jenny rents a car from Ethelyn. Ethelyn helps Ethelyn go through the formalities and tells Ethelyn the return time.
test_160	Smith: Good evening. Welcome to our restaurant. James: Good evening. We want a dinning room with a table for eight. Smith: I'm sorry, sir. The rooms are not available now. But would you like to have your dinner in the dinning hall? I can find a table by the window for you. James: No, thanks. We have made a reservation ...	Smith confirms Jame's reservation at the restaurant and asks a waitress to show him the way.
test_161	Mr. Murray: Excuse me. I am interested in getting a library card. Evangelia: Sure, let me give you an application. You can fill it out right here at the counter. Mr. Murray: OK, here it is. Evangelia: Let me take a look at this for you. May I have your driver's license, please? Mr. Murray: Here's my license and for...	Evangelia helps Mr. Murray get a library card and reminds him of library rules.
test_162	Sherline: Let's meet before next week's meeting, Jane. I want to kick around some ideas with you. Jane: No problem. I'Ve got a really light week. Anytime's fine by me. Sherline: Well, let's plan to get together next Monday afternoon, around three? Jane: All right, I'll put you in my book.	Sherline makes an appointment with Jane before their meeting.
test_163	Udell: Right. Just take off your jacket and shirt. And lie down on that bed over there. . . That's right. . . Now, just hold up your right arm, will you? . . . Does this hurt? Sabina: No. Udell: And this? Sabina: Yes. . . a bit. . . ouch! Udell: And do you feel anything when I do this? Sabina: Yes, that hurts quite a l...	Udell examines Sabina's arm by testing which part is hurt and suggests a shoulder X-ray tomorrow.
test_164	Jack: Hey, Charlie, do you want to come to my house after school and play video games with me? I just got a cool new game. We will go pick up my dad at the airport at 6:00 but you can stay for 2 hours. Charlie: Sure, Jack. I just have to finish my homework first. What's the game that you got? Jack: It's a game where yo...	Jack invites Charlie to play a new video game and Charlie is interested.
test_165	Nelia: James, why are you watching TV? Your train leaves at 4:30. There are just 2 hours left. Have you finished packing? James: I've almost finished packing. Now I'm waiting for the jacket I lent to David last week. Nelia: Which jacket, the gray one or the blue one? James: Neither, the black one. It's my favorite. I w...	James is waiting for David's return on his black jacket while Nelia is examing other stuff that James is supposed to take for travel.
test_166	Britt: Thank you for organizing this great baby shower for me! I'Ve always been to baby showers but never actually had one held for me! Let's get started! Tiebout: Ok, let's start opening some presents! Britt: Oh look! What a great little bib for the baby! This will definitely come in handy! Oh wow, you also got me a s...	Tiebout is holding a baby shower for Britt and there are many presents for Britt. Britt's water broke.
test_167	Alyse: I'm coming to pick up my ticket. This is my reservation note. Isidore: Your reservation is right. Please get a ticket booking form from there and fill it. Alyse: Here you are. How much is the ticket? Isidore: $ 800. Alyse: Can I pay by card? Isidore: Surely of course. Give me your card please.	After filling the booking form and paying, Alyse picked up the ticket with Isidore's assistance.
test_168	Bill: Why don't you have some of my cake, Sue? I made it just for this party. Sue: Sorry, Bill, I'm not in the cake at the moment. I thought you knew about my diet. Bill: On your birthday? Surely you can eat whatever you want on your birthday. You can start your diet tomorrow. And anyway, you look great. Sue: Well, tha...	Sue doesn't eat cakes and sandwiches at her birthday party to avoid being allergic. Bill is willing to order her some hot soup to make her feel better. They decide to go to the restaurant later.
test_169	Celeste: Oh, I'm starving. It's my first time to China. And I'd like to try some real Chinese cuisine. What would you recommend? Andrzej: Well, depends. You see, there are eight famous Chinese food cuisines, for instance, Sichuan cuisine and Hunan cuisine. Celeste: There're all spicy or hot of heard. Andrzej: That's ri...	Celeste wants to try real Chinese cuisine. Andrzej recommends several ones. Celeste decides to go to Quanjude restaurant.
test_170	Bryce: Would you like to come out with me tonight? Madelle: Sorry, I can't. Bryce: Tomorrow night, then? Madelle: I'd like to. But I'm afraid I can't. Bryce: I was wondering if you like to go to the theatre then. Madelle: That sounds great. Bryce: Ok. How about give me a ring, then? Madelle: No. I'd better not. Bryce: ...	Bryce wants to invite Madelle out. Madelle refuses.
test_171	Anett: Which sports are popular in your country? Yigal: Most people like football. More boys like football than girls. A few girls play it really well. Some people like playing basketball. Anett: Do many people like tennis? Yigal: More and more people like it now. fewer people play table tennis than before. Many people...	People in Yigal's country like football, basketball, tennis, and swimming. People in Anett's country like golf. A few people like extreme sports. Both people like rugby.
test_172	Irene: Excuse me, do you have any English songs? Genevra: Yes, we do. They are all in this book. Irene: Great, thanks. Genevra: No problem. Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up, though. We don't get that many English singers! Irene: Oh, I see.	Genevra gives Irene a book with English songs.
test_173	Joellen: Hey there! I've been hoping to run into you. Are you busy tomorrow morning? Libby: Let me see. . . Wednesday morning. Yes, I am booked solid all morning. What's up? Joellen: I was hoping to talk to you about the sales projections for next year. I'm having a little trouble figuring out how to use the spreadshee...	Joellen wants to talk to Libby about the sales projections for next year. They decide to meet on Tuesday at 2:30 the next week.
test_174	Madam: Excuse me. What's happened? What plane takes off tonight? Frazier: Sorry, Madam. The airport is closed. Planes won't take off until tomorrow morning. Madam: What? Then where can we stay for the night? Frazier: We've arranged the rooms for you in the airport hotel. Two passengers will share a room. Madam: Em, tha...	Frazier tells Madam that Madam may have to stay in the airport hotel tonight because the planes are delayed.
test_175	Garvey: Excuse me. Where can I buy some cigarettes? Catrina: There is a shop on the ground floor. It sells both Chinese and foreign cigarettes. Garvey: Can I also get some souvenirs there? Catrina: Yes, sir. There is a counter selling all kinds of souvenirs Garvey: By the way, where is the men's room? Catrina: There is...	Garvey asks Catrina for some locations.
test_176	Athene: this party rocks! Janice: you said it. Good beer, good music, and on top of that, there are so many hot girls here! Athene: I'm with you on that. Check out that one over there. I think I'm in love! Janice: well, she's alright, but not really my cup of tea. What about the blond with the red dress? Athene: oh, th...	Athene and Janice are at an exciting party. Janice has a crush on Janice and Athene encourages him to have a try to talk to her.
test_177	Bill: You mustn't touch the wet paint, Bill. Aurie: I'm sorry. I won't do it again. Bill: Try to be more careful in future. Aurie: I shall. I wasn't as careless as John Sampson. He walked across that wet cement over there. Bill: The workmen oughtn't to leave it without a notice. Aurie: The headmaster asked them not to ...	The workmen are walking across the wet cement to put up the notice.
test_178	Renelle: Excuse me, sir. What would you like to eat, Chinese food or western food? Thaddeus: I'd like to have Chinese food. Renelle: Are you going to have this set course or have dinner in the dining room? Thaddeus: Right here, please. Renelle: Please put down the table in front of you. It's more comfortable that way. ...	Thaddeus takes orders of Chinese food. Thaddeus is pleased with Renelle's service.
test_179	Kareem: our company is going to do some cutbacks soon. Quinn: really? Where did you hear that? Kareem: I met with the supervisor just this morning. I don't know, but I am a little worried. Who do you think will get sacked? Quinn: I'm not sure. . . well, first, it couldn't be George. He is such a kiss-ass. He'd wash the...	Kareem and Quinn have rounds of conjectures of whom shall be fired due to the company's cutback and comes to the conclusion that they both have the biggest possibility. It drives Kareem crazy but doesn't worry Quinn.
test_180	Erin: I think spring is finally here. Rhiamon: Yep, it sure seems like it. However, it's still very cold at night. Erin: Yes, they turned the heat off 6 days ago. It's absolutely freezing in my apartment at night. I have to turn on the air conditioner to blow hot air in order to warm things up a little. Rhiamon: Well, ...	Erin and Rhiamon talk about the weather and how to keep warm.
test_181	Rawley: There you are, Ben. The information about the evening classes I sent off for has arrived. Right, here are the general courses. Ben: Flower arranging. That's a real course? Why would someone want to do that? Rawley: You sit in front of the TV watching baseball for 3 hours every Saturday. And many people would fi...	Ben and Rawley are talking about the evening courses. They finally decide to have Indian cooking and will make a call for that.
test_182	Susan: Carol telephone. Kenna: Who is it? Susan: I don't know, wait a second. May I ask who's calling please? Carrollite Susan. Kenna: Oh, I'm taking a shower can you ask her if it's important? Susan: Sorry Susan, Carol can't come to the phone right now, is there something I can help you with? Oh, I see, Carol she want...	Susan calls Carol to ask about the party time. But Carol is taking a shower so Susan answers for her.
test_183	Ethelyn: Hello, can I help you? Jenny: I'd like to rent a Toyota Carola. Ethelyn: Alright. How long will you need it? Jenny: For 3 days. Ethelyn: Have you ever rented a car before? Jenny: No, I haven't. Can I choose the color of the car? Ethelyn: Sure, we have Toyota Carola's in black, red and silver. Jenny: I don't li...	Jenny wants to rent a silver Toyota Carola for 3 days. Ethelyn helps Jenny go through the procedure and notifies Jenny of return time.
test_184	Dennis: I've been busy lately, I've been spending a lot of time talking to people in chat rooms. Jada: So have you met someone yet? Dennis: No, yesterday over 100 people wanted to talk to me. One even said that I was his dream girlfriend. Jada: What? Wait a minute, don't you mean dream boyfriend? Dennis: Oh, I forgot t...	Dennis tells Jada he pretended to be a young girl to chat, and he found it effective, but Jada thinks he is sick.
test_185	Georgia: Dad, why were you asking so many questions about admission requirements of college? Letisha: A dad can't be interested in his daughter's schooling? Georgia: Oh, come on, you've never asked about it before. And I was accepted 3 years ago. Letisha: Uh, actually, I'm considering quitting my job and running a busi...	Letisha wants to know admission requirement of college, because he is thinking of learning computer programming.
test_186	Mariellen: What are the main differences between this country and your country? Andreas: Well, in Russia, everything happens very fast. People talk quickly, they drive their cars too fast, the good deals go by really quickly...but here in Canada, it seems like people are a little more relaxed. Mariellen: Is that true f...	Mariellen and Andreas are sharing their opinions towards how different is Russia from Canada in lifestyle, especially the speed in life.
test_187	Chicky: It's grandpa's birthday next week. We must have a surprise party. Harriot: A party? Do you mean you want to have loud music and food everywhere? Chicky: Well, no, but grandpa will. You know he loves jazz. Harriot: OK, well, how about having it at a hotel? Chicky: Hotels are expensive, and it's too cold for a ga...	Chicky and Harriot are planning a surprise party for grandpa's birthday and talk about what presents they should get him.
test_188	Onlea: Do you know where I can park? Fawna: Do you need a spot here or off campus? Onlea: I want a space on campus. Fawna: There's a parking structure for students. Onlea: Where can I find it? Fawna: Go to the western side of the campus, and you'll find it there. Onlea: Is it full? Fawna: When I went up there, i...	Fawna tells Onlea a parking structure for parking and where it is.
test_189	Johannes: Hello sir, welcome to the French Garden Restaurant. How many? Andrus: One. Johannes: Right this way. Please have a seat. Your waitress will be with you in a moment. Claudette: Hello sir, would you like to order now? Andrus: Yes please. Claudette: What would you like to drink? Andrus: What do you have? ...	Johannes helps Andrus find a seat and Claudette takes Andrus's order.
test_190	Anne: Hello, three-five. Leanne: Is that Anne? Anne: I'm sorry, I'm very tired. I'm going to bed early. I didn't have good time, and I don't really want to see you again. Leanne: What are you talking about? We had a great time. We laughed and talked all night last time. Anne: It was hardly all night. And I recall it wa...	Anne didn't enjoy the date with Leanne last time, she rejects Leanne's invitation firmly.
test_191	Winthrop: This Olympic park is so big! Perri: Yes. Now we are in the Olympic stadium, the center of this park. Winthrop: Splendid! When is it gonna be finished? Perri: The whole stadium is to be finished this June. Winthrop: How many seats are there in the stand? Perri: Oh, there are 5000 seats in total. Winthrop: I di...	Perri introduces the Olympic Stadium's finishing time, capacity and interior setting to Winthrop.
test_192	Antonietta: Simon, how does it feel to be retired? Simon: Well, not so bad. Antonietta: How have you been spending your time? Simon: I have been spending more time with my family. I've also traveled a bit, you know, off season when everywhere is less crowded and hotels cost less. Antonietta: Great. Simon: You know I ha...	Antonietta asks Simon about his retirement and finds out Simon is on a trial scheme called phased retirement. He can work with his former company but manage his own time. Antonietta thinks it's good for Simon.
test_193	Josee: Uh, where am I? Tsk, hum ... Lin: Excuse me. Do you need any help? Josee: Nah, I ... I'm just looking ... well ... Lin: Okay ... Josee: Uh, well, actually ... yeah. Um ... I want to go to the science museum, but I've been lost for the past few hours, and I can't make heads or tails of these ticket machines. Lin:...	Lin helps Josee operate the ticket machine to buy a train ticket and tells Josee who loses the way how to go to the science museum.
test_194	Kittie: Hi Tony, I feel so tired. Tony: Oh, I'm sorry, is there something wrong? Kittie: Yes, Christmas is coming, and it seems everything has been going wrong lately. Tony: Here, sit down and tell me about it. Kittie: Well recently, I've had to be at work by 8:00 AM. You know, I work in the toy department at the shopp...	Kittie works as a toy salesperson and feels so tired recently because Christmas is coming, and everyone's shopping for presents.
test_195	Hale: Is there something wrong? You look so sad. Sophey: My house was robbed last night and the thieves stole all my furniture. Hale: No wonder you look so upset. Have you called the police? Sophey: Yes, I have. But I have to wait.	Sophey tells Hale that Sophey's house was robbed.
test_196	Hayes: I want to know how to buy something from this machine. Oswald: Yeah, the new ones can be tricky. What are you trying to buy? Hayes: I want to buy one of those snack things. Oswald: Are you ready to go? Hayes: I'm clear so far. Oswald: The money goes in the slot over there. It has to be smooth to go in. Hay...	Oswald is telling Hayes how to use the machine to buy some snacks.
test_197	Anissa: The weather is really miserable. It has been raining hard all day long. Joao: Yes, it's so cold. Anissa: Do you think the rain is going to let up soon? Joao: Yes, I think so. The rainy season will be over soon. Anissa: How long does the rainy season last? Joao: About two months. Anissa: I can hardly stand...	Anissa and Joao have a chat about the current rainy season which Anissa can hardly endure while Joao has already been used to.
test_198	Tom: Jane, let's go swimming at the Student Center. Jane: I'd like to, Tom, but I have a paper due on Friday, and I haven't even started it yet. Tom: Just an hour. I've got a test tomorrow, so I won't be able to stay very long. Jane: I need the exercise, but I just can't spare the time. Tom: Okay, how about dinner at t...	Toms invites Jane to go swimming but Jane refuses because of a paper due. At last, Jane accepts his suggestion to have dinner and then study together in the library.
test_199	Marcelline: Well, Sir, we have asked all our guests to wear a jacket and a tie in our restaurant. Kurt: I didn't know that, can I borrow a jacket and a tie now? Marcelline: I am sorry. You can't borrow a jacket or a tie from others. Kurt: That I have to return to the hotel and fetch mine. Marcelline: Will you put off t...	Kurt has to return to the hotel and wear a jacket and a tie. Marcelline helps put off the conference.
test_200	Alyssa: Awful! My cell phone is out of service again. Fred, can you lend me some money? Fred: How much do you want? Alyssa: 200 yuan. I bought a new computer online, so I have to pay the mortgage. Fred: I am so sorry to hear that. Is that enough? Alyssa: It's so nice of you. You really make my day. Fred: Forget it!...	Alyssa borrows 200 yuan from Fred to pay the mortgage of a computer and will pay back when having money.

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