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test_201 | Ernie: Ernie, I'm really excited about starting this band together. We're going to be the two coolest students on campus.
Gene: I know! It's gonna be great. But what kind of music do you think we should play?
Ernie: That's a good question. You know I love hip hop, so maybe we can play some Vanilla Ice songs.
Gene: Hmm.... | Ernie and Ernie plan to start a band and they decide to play hip hop music. |
test_202 | Xenia: I want to make sure my son receives this letter. It has an important certificate in it.
Venkat: You can send it either by certified mail or registered mail. If you only want to make sure it is received, send it by certified mail. It's less expensive.
Xenia: OK. How about this package?
Venkat: What's in it?
Xenia... | Venkat suggests Xenia send a certificate by certified mail and a watch by registered mail. |
test_203 | Phaidra: Hello. Welcome to this week's People You Meet. Today, we present to you Mark Leach, an information officer in London.
Mark Leach: Hi everyone, my name's Mark Leach. I'm an information officer at the Britain Business Center, which is a tourist office for the British tourist board in London. Here, we offer a tou... | Phaidra introduces Mark Leach to this week's People You Meet. Mark Leach describes his job responsibilities and gives advice to people coming to Britain. |
test_204 | Fawna: Hey Ayden, I was wondering if you could do me a favor.
Ayden: That depends. What is it?
Fawna: It's kind of a big favor. I'm absolutely flat broke, and I owe my landlady $ 200. she's given me until Friday to give it to her, but I don't get paid until next Monday. Do you think you could loan me some cash until I ... | Fawna wants to borrow $200 from Ayden to pay for the house rent but Ayden lends $20 because of the lack of money. They decide to have dinner at Fawna's place. |
test_205 | Neale: How may I help you?
Loree: I would like to return this book.
Neale: Is that all you need?
Loree: I also want to check out this video.
Neale: Is that all you would like to check out?
Loree: That's all I need.
Neale: Do you have your library card?
Loree: Here it is.
Neale: Make sure to take proper care of this vid... | with Neale's help, Loree returns a book and checks out a video in the library. |
test_206 | Mavis: Honey, could you help me here a minute?
Honey: Sure, sweetie. What are you doing?
Mavis: I want to put this curtain up.
Honey: OK. Why don't you just hold the ladder, and I'll put it up.
Mavis: Thanks, dear. | Honey suggests that Mavis hold the ladder and Honey will put the curtain up. |
test_207 | Mr. Foster: Mr. Blake? Mr. Foster's on the phone. He'd like to know if you can send over those training manuals?
Mr. Blake: Oh, tell him I'll leave them at his office tomorrow afternoon.
Mr. Foster: He was hoping that you could drop them off this afternoon.
Mr. Blake: I'm afraid that I can't do that. They're at the pri... | Mr. Blake explains the training manuals cannot be sent today because they are still being copied. |
test_208 | Antonia: May, do you mind helping me prepare for the picnic?
May: Sure. Have you checked the weather report?
Antonia: Yes. It says it will be sunny all day. No sign of rain at all. This is your father's favorite sausage. Sandwiches for you and Daniel.
May: No, thanks Mom. I'd like some toast and chicken wings.
Antonia:... | May is helping her mother to do some preparation for the picnic. |
test_209 | Raul: Would you like to know about benefits and so forth?
Sir: Please. Everyone enjoys hearing the benefits of something!
Raul: With this agreement we can bring over you many benefits. For example, head offices of your group companies can get really prompt integrated fund transfers and centralised allocations. This hel... | Raul is introducing the benefits of Network Settlement Service to Sir, and confirms when to get the paperwork done. |
test_210 | Jermaine: You're going to set up your own law office, aren't you?
Ailee: Yes. After so many years of hard work, I'd rather I had an office of my own.
Jermaine: If you need help, don't hesitate to ask me.
Ailee: I'll be very glad if you would help.
Jermaine: I'd like to wish you every success in your new venture.
Ailee:... | Ailee is going to set up Ailee's own law office. Jermaine wishes Ailee good luck. |
test_211 | Robina: Good afternoon, sir. Can I help you?
Meredeth: I'd like a beef-burger, a French fries and a milk shake, please.
Robina: What flavor would you prefer, sir?
Meredeth: I'm not quite sure. What do you have?
Robina: We have strawberry, chocolate, vanilla and banana.
Meredeth: Very well, I'll try the banana flavor.
R... | Meredeth orders some food with Robina's assistance. |
test_212 | Dulcine: Mary, do you often do your shopping online?
Mary: Yes. I'm used to online shopping. It's convenient and time-saving. You can buy anything you want and they will send it to your home or any place you want.
Dulcine: How about the price?
Mary: You can get the same product at a much lower price.
Dulcine: Last week... | Mary tells Dulcine the advantages of shopping online and Dulcine should open an online bank account and try it. |
test_213 | 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 informs Leorah of the meeting and helps Leorah pick up some stationery. Kelsi also shares the experience of working and meetings. |
test_214 | Kristel: Hi, may I get you anything to drink?
Dayna: Yes, please. May I get a glass of lemonade?
Kristel: Would you like an appetizer?
Dayna: May I get an order of barbeque wings?
Kristel: Sure, would you like anything else?
Dayna: That'll be fine for now, thank you.
Kristel: Okay, tell me when you want to order ... | Kristel helps Dayna to order a drink and some food. |
test_215 | Obie: All right. I want to bring everybody back on this subject. When can we start working on this?
Webster: Well, we could probably get started with a preparatory meeting this afternoon at 2:00.
Obie: I tell you what, 2:00 is not available for me, but you can get started and I'll come by at around 3:00
Webster: That's... | Obie and Webster negotiate the timing of the preparatory meeting for a future subject. |
test_216 | Erwin: What's up?
Xylina: I guess there is some kind of virus seeking into my computer, I can't send out this e-mail. Do you have the number of the text port?
Erwin: Do you mind I have a look at your computer?
Xylina: Of course not, I appreciate that.
Erwin: Well, it has nothing to do with virus. The problem is your at... | Erwin finds that Xylina e-mail exceeds capacity and suggests Xylina compress the email. |
test_217 | Jermaine: Excuse me, could you help me?
Allina: Yes, what seems to be the problem?
Jermaine: Well. I was wondering if anyone has turned in a passport?
Allina: I am afraid not. Have you lost your passport?
Jermaine: I think so. I can't find it anywhere in my hotel room and I remember the last place I used it yesterday w... | Jermaine lost Jermaine's passport. Allina suggests Jermaine fill in the lost property report and inform the embassy of the situation so they can issue a new passport in case it cannot be found. |
test_218 | Jacquie: Hey there, how are you doing?
Jade: I am great. How are you?
Jacquie: Well, I got laid off, and I'm looking for work.
Jade: Yeah, me too! What are you thinking you would like to do?
Jacquie: Right now, I'll take about anything that will pay the mortgage.
Jade: Have you gone out on any interviews so far?
Jacqui... | Jacquie and Jade are looking for work and will think about the electrician apprentice program. |
test_219 | Stacy: I need to use the ATM.
Ainslee: What's stopping you?
Stacy: I'm not sure how.
Ainslee: I don't understand. It is pretty easy.
Stacy: I've never used one before.
Ainslee: OK. I can help you figure it out.
Stacy: What do I have to do?
Ainslee: First, slide your card into the machine.
Stacy: Then what?
Ainslee: You... | Stacy doesn't know how to use the ATM. Ainslee teaches Stacy step by step. |
test_220 | 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 orders some Chinese food with the help of Renelle. |
test_221 | Danielle: Have you considered upgrading your system?
Thaine: Yes, but I'm not sure what exactly I would need.
Danielle: You could consider adding a painting program to your software. It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising.
Thaine: That would be a definite bonus.
Danielle: You might al... | Danielle is giving Thaine some advice for upgrading Thaine's system, such as adding a painting program and a faster processor. |
test_222 | Adey: Hey, Tom, what to go for a run?
Tom: No thanks. I like to run in the morning. I ran a couple of miles when I woke up today.
Adey: I try to do that, but I can't get up early enough.
Tom: I couldn't either at first, but you get used to it.
Adey: It's so hot at lunchtime ; I'd rather run in the morning.
Tom: Well, w... | Tom likes to run in the morning. Adey tries but fails. Tom invites Adey to run together tomorrow. Adey accepts. |
test_223 | 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 checks the right arm of Sabina and suggests a shoulder X-ray tomorrow. |
test_224 | American: Hi. May I join you here?
Sherilyn: Oh, please do. You're not English are you?
American: No I'm American. I'm from Los Angeles, a port city of the West part.
Sherilyn: You come here for tourism do you?
American: Yes, your city is really beautiful.
Sherilyn: How long are you staying here in this city?
American:... | American is an American and comes here for tourism. Sherilyn treats American a drink. |
test_225 | Janaya: Hello? Hello?
Bidget: ...
Janaya: Hello? Who is calling, please?
Bidget: ...
Janaya: Listen, I know who you are. It's your tenth time calling me. If you call this number again, I'll call the police and report you. You'll be arrested. I've got your number. | Janaya receives a phone call but no one speaks. |
test_226 | Mary: Hi Mary, how's it going?
Binnie: Well, last night I had a big argument with Ann.
Mary: Terrible. It must be something serious. You two are such close friends.
Binnie: Now that I look back at it, it wasn't that big a deal. I shouldn't have lost my temper.
Mary: Really? What happened?
Binnie: It's just we've been p... | Mary argued with Ann because Ann canceled their trip because of her boyfriend's plans. After talking with Mary, Mary thinks she was selfish and call later to patch things up. |
test_227 | Ajay: Like a cat on hot bricks, as you might say. I don ' t believe you are listening at all.
Lucine: Sorry, I just worried about him. You know, he should be here an hour ago.
Ajay: Don ' t worry him, he has been grown up and I think he can take himself very well.
Lucine: But he still does not come back.
Ajay: Maybe he... | Lucine is worried about a man, but Ajay thinks it would be fine. |
test_228 | Danielle: Have you considered upgrading your system?
Thaine: Yes, but I'm not sure what exactly I would need.
Danielle: You could consider adding a painting program to your software. It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising.
Thaine: That would be a definite bonus.
Danielle: You might al... | Danielle tells Thaine how to upgrade Thaine's system for better software and hardware. |
test_229 | Sallyanne: I enjoy going through secondhand bookstores, don't you? It's interesting to see what people used to enjoy reading. Did you see this old book of children's stories?
Dayna: Some of these books aren't so old, though. See? This novel was published only six years ago. It costs seventy-five cents.
Sallyanne: Hey! ... | Sallyanne will buy a book with a signature because Dayna thinks it belongs to someone famous. Dayna thinks it is somewhat impractical. |
test_230 | Craig: How much should I pay?
Jacquenette: Let me see. A roasted duck is $ 25. A plate of pork is $ 6. 50. A bowl of beef is $ 7. Two bottles of beer are $ 4. That's a total of $ 42. 50.
Craig: Here is $ 50. Keep the change, please.
Jacquenette: Oh, sorry sir. We take no tips here. Thank you all the same. | Jacquenette takes no tips despite Craig's kindness. |
test_231 | Alix: Good afternoon, what can I do for you?
Sonnie: Yes, please. I would like to know something about the driving courses.
Alix: Well, We have short full time courses during the summer. Are you interested in them?
Sonnie: No, I am free only at weekends.
Alix: Then there are weekend courses. The course starts at 8:00 e... | Alix introduces the weekend driving courses to Sonnie. Sonnie feels satisfied with its settings. |
test_232 | 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 tells Hong to buy a local SIM card to make a cheap phone call to the UK. |
test_233 | Robina: Good afternoon, sir. Can I help you?
Meredeth: I'd like a beef-burger, a French fries and a milk shake, please.
Robina: What flavor would you prefer, sir?
Meredeth: I'm not quite sure. What do you have?
Robina: We have strawberry, chocolate, vanilla and banana.
Meredeth: Very well, I'll try the banana flavor.
R... | Meredeth orders a beef-burger, french fries, and a banana milkshake at Robina's shop. |
test_234 | Elly: Mum, have we got any fruit to take on the picnic? I thought there were some oranges and bananas.
Sharity: Here are the bananas. Let's take them. Oh the oranges have all gone. What about taking some grapes or apples as well?
Elly: OK, let's take the grapes. That'll be enough. | Elly and Elly's mother are preparing the fruits they are going to take to the picnic. |
test_235 | Adelind: Who stands out in your mind as a man or woman of sound character?
Nessa: If I think of famous people, I think of Abraham Lincoln.
Adelind: He's the US president, who walked five miles just to give a lady her change, isn't he?
Nessa: That's the one. He also was famous for never giving up on his goals.
Adelind: ... | Adelind and Nessa talk about Abraham Lincoln and his glorious history. They both admire him. |
test_236 | Bernie: Have you gone bowling before?
Quinn: No. Could you tell me something more about it? I want to play well.
Bernie: There are 10 frames in a bowling game. Each player is allowed to bowl two balls in each frame.
Quinn: You just said 10 rounds.
Bernie: 'Round' and 'frame' are two different terms.
Quinn: Perhaps you ... | Bernie explains the rules of bowling game to Quinn. |
test_237 | Business World: Good evening and welcome to this week's Business World, the program for and about business people. Tonight, we have Mr. Steven Kayne, who has just taken over and established bicycle shop. Tell us, Mr. Kayne, what made you want to run yourown store?
Steven Kayne: Well, I always loved racing bikes and fix... | Mr. Kayne shares with the audience about how he took over and established his bicycle shop as a salesman and how he's running his business now. |
test_238 | Bill: What's the matter, Bill? You look kind of pale.
Justis: Oh, I'm just tired.
Bill: Why?
Justis: Well, I've been working until around ten every night this week.
Bill: You should go home at quitting time today and take it easy.
Justis: Yes. I think I will.
Bill: That's good. Say, how's your brother?
Justis: He's fin... | Bill has a chat with Bill, and learns updates about Bill and his brother. Bill asks for time because Bill will go meet a friend. |
test_239 | Daphna: Hi. I want to get something nice for my niece.
Lynn: Well, I've never heard of a little girl that didn't love Barbie dolls.
Daphna: I like that suggestion. Show me one, please.
Lynn: Here you go. Digital Barbie.
Daphna: Oh, my niece will love her! How much for her?
Lynn: Barbie is our best seller. She's only $ ... | Lynn recommends Digital Barbie for Daphna's niece. Daphna pays $32.42 for it by cash. |
test_240 | 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... | Jobyna asks for mom's permission to play card games and promises not to make noise. |
test_241 | Pincus: I'd like to open a current account.
Kelley: Certainly. May I see your social security and your ID, please.
Pincus: Here you are.
Kelley: Thank you. I've checked your information. And could you please fill in this form?
Pincus: Sure. Here you are.
Kelley: Thank you sir. Your account is ready now. Is there anythi... | Kelley opens a current account for Pincus and explains it doesn't pay interest and tells him how to draw money from it. |
test_242 | Doctor: Well, Mr. Smith. That ' s a nasty infection you have.
Mr. Smith: Yes. Is there anything you can give me to get rid of it, Doctor?
Doctor: I ' m going to prescribe some antibiotics, and some cream to ease the itching and burning.
Mr. Smith: OK. Thank you. Where should I buy them?
Doctor: The pharmacy will give y... | The doctor prescribes some medicine and asks Mr. Smith to buy them to treat his infection. |
test_243 | Meredith: Hi honey! You'll never guess what! My friends Julie and Alex are getting married!
Samantha: Wow that's great news! They're a great couple!
Meredith: I know! Anyways I just talked to Alex's best man and he is organizing the bachelor party It's gonna be so much fun! All the groomsmen are thinking up all the wac... | Meredith is going to the bachelor party of Alex, and Samantha will organise a bachelorette party for Wendy. |
test_244 | Idalia: Mike, come here, please.
Mike: I'm coming, mom. It looks like you're very busy. Is someone coming this afternoon?
Idalia: Yes, some of my friends are coming over this afternoon. There's still so much to get ready.
Mike: Is there anything I can do to help you?
Idalia: Sure, I still need to get some drinks. I'd l... | Idalia is preparing for her friends' coming this afternoon. Her son Mike helps her to buy drinks and make coffee. |
test_245 | Bill: Ah, ah, ah. . . .
Ugo: All right, Bill. Here's your daily exercise schedule. You are to jog before breakfast.
Bill: Jog?
Ugo: Then , you are to walk to work.
Bill: Walk?
Ugo: Thirty minutes in gym at lunch time.
Bill: Oh no.
Ugo: Use the stairs, never the elevator.
Bill: Oh , dear.
Ugo: And three times a... | Ugo gives Bill his daily exercise schedule. Bill feels desperate. |
test_246 | Rollin: Mr. Wilson. We are very regretful about the mistakes in goods. I am very sorry and we will be responsible for the mistake.
Mr. Wilson: We have no choice but to hold you responsible for the loss we sustained.
Rollin: The first problem is supposed to be solved after the investigation. About the second problem, I ... | Rollin apologizes for mistakes in goods. Rollin will be responsible for Mr. Wilson's loss, and take measures to avoid such mistakes. |
test_247 | Rayner: Did you hear the news? Two of our major suppliers, Murphy Music and U-Tunes are merging! If they are conglomerated into one company into one company, it would have some serious affects on our market strategy.
Murphy Music: Are you sure? Who told you that? I highly doubt that they would take the step to merge in... | Rayner and Murphy Music are talking about the news that two competing companies are going to merge into one. |
test_248 | Mr Lee: Can I give you a lift home, Mrs. Word?
Mrs. Word: That is very kind of you, Mr Lee. Thank you.
Mr Lee: Could you hold my umbrella when I get my keys out, please?
Mrs. Word: Of course. It's a terrible night, isn't it?
Mr Lee: Dreadful. There, the door is open now.
Mrs. Word: Thank you. | Mr. Lee offers to give Mrs. Word a lift home on a terrible night. |
test_249 | Emmett: John dates her seven times a week.
Ivonne: Really? That's a straws in the wind.
Emmett: I think so. Maybe he's fallen for her.
Ivonne: Yeah. They suit each other. A perfect match between a man and a girl. | Emmett and Ivonne are talking about a couple. |
test_250 | Sullivan: Adam, how is your knee today? Is it still giving you trouble?
Adam: No, it feels a lot better today. I went to the doctor and he told me it was not serious, I should be fine for Saturday.
Sullivan: Great! But why don't you take it easy today? Maybe just practice throwing. Don't do any running.
Adam: OK. Do yo... | Adam's knee is getting better but Sullivan suggests that he should not do any running today. Sullivan says he can watch some films of Michigan after practice. Adam decides to go back tomorrow for full practice. |
test_251 | Derrick: Brian, do you know how to speak English?
Brian: Yes.
Derrick: Where did you learn?
Brian: I learned in college.
Derrick: You speak really well.
Brian: Thank you.
Derrick: How long have you been in the U. S.?
Brian: 3 weeks.
Derrick: Is your wife with you?
Brian: Yes, she just got here yesterday.
Derrick: Have ... | Derrick compliments Brian on his English and asks Brian about his life in the U.S. |
test_252 | Ben: Hello, Ben. You're getting ready for tomorrow's lessons, aren't you?
Marnia: Yes, but I'm a bit nervous. I have no idea what'll happen in class and how I'll get along with my classmates.
Ben: I understand how you're feeling. Just take it easy. You'll make a lot of friends very soon.
Marnia: Thank you. I'll try my ... | Ben is nervous about the upcoming new school life. Ben comforts him and tells him the school daily routine. |
test_253 | Kathy: I had no idea the countryside was so noisy!
Nicole: It's usually very quiet in the North Carolina Mountains, Kathy. But this is the year of our 17-year bird calls.
Kathy: You mean it's only noisy right now for me and it won't be like this again until 2034?
Nicole: Well, it's not all summer long. They just come o... | Kathy complains about the noise and Nicole explains it's because it's the year of the 17-year bird calls. Then they discuss where the birds live. |
test_254 | 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 and Lin just had a great meal. Then they talk about the different tipping cultures between America and China. |
test_255 | Apple Corporation: Good morning. This is Apple Corporation. May I speak to Ballam?
Ballam: Speaking.
Apple Corporation: I'm calling to offer you the position of computer engineer.
Ballam: May I ask how much I can get every month?
Apple Corporation: Your starting salary is 3, 000 yuan a month, but if you work well we wi... | Ballam is hired by Apple Corporation but he thinks the starting salary is low. After discussion, Apple Corporation agrees to raise the salary. |
test_256 | Schroeder: Don't tell me you're bored already?
Brandy: Well, yeah, I am.
Schroeder: We just got here. You will have to find a way to entertain yourself then.
Brandy: What can I do? There are just a bunch of boring people giving boring speeches.
Schroeder: Too bad. I have to sit through it, so you do, too. Even if it's ... | Brandy tells Schroeder that Brandy is bored and explains the reasons, so Schroeder suggests Brandy read some old newspapers and be quiet. |
test_257 | Linnell: Right Rebecca. Now I see that after graduating from University your first job was. . .
Rebecca: For a local paper in York called the York Herald. Actually, I started with them as an intern in the beginning. I was really keen on getting some experience in the journalistic world, and this seemed like a good firs... | Rebecca tells Linnell about her working experiences. Rebecca first worked for the York Herald after her graduation, and then for the London Weekly. |
test_258 | Vannie: How do you like this brown dress? It looks great on you.
Catherine: I think it's a bit too heavy. Since it's getting warmer at this time of the year, I want something light. What other kinds of material do you have?
Vannie: We have silk and cotton dresses. A cotton dress is suitable in spring. We have many diff... | Catherine wants to buy some clothes but Vannie's recommendation doesn't interest Catherine. |
test_259 | Darren: I am interested in buying a house and need some information.
Tibold: Yes, of course. What area are you interested in?
Darren: I am interested in Pasadena or Arcadia.
Tibold: What size house would you like?
Darren: We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Tibold: Are you interested ... | Darren is buying a house and consulting Tibold about the location, size and surroundings. |
test_260 | Betteanne: I wonder if you could do me a favor.
Sydelle: I'd be happy to help you. Name it.
Betteanne: My printer is broken. Can you print up a copy for me?
Sydelle: Sure, no problem. Do you want me to edit it for you?
Betteanne: Please, you write much better than I do.
Sydelle: Oh, its nothing. | Betteanne asks for Sydelle's help to print up a copy. Sydelle accepts and edits it for Betteanne. |
test_261 | Patricio: There are so many environmental problems in the world today. Do you think we can really solve them all or will destroy the world?
Ianthe: I hope that world leaders can get together and agree on a plan for action, but I doubt it'll happen before it's too late.
Patricio: We need to solve the problem of air po... | Patricio and Ianthe talk about the current environmental problems in the world. They analyze the world leaders' attitudes and actions towards these problems and discuss what they could do to solve them. |
test_262 | 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 that her husband was cheating on her. She asked him to tell her the truth or end the relationship that she would divorce him. Lisa agrees with what she did. |
test_263 | Kirstin: It depends on where you are and what position you are in. For instance, if you are in an elevator and you smile, you will make other takers uncomfortable.
Noreen: That's an exception. But I am fed up with those who keep a straight face in front of me.
Kirstin: I cannot see eye to eye with you here. You see, ... | Noreen is fed up with people with a straight face, and Kirstin hates people keeping smiling to Kirstin. |
test_264 | 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 ... | Isadore at first thinks Sheryl's behaviour cruel but finally joins Sheryl. |
test_265 | Sterling: Hi, Walter!
Walter: Hi, Sterling!
Sterling: What do you think of our new teacher?
Walter: Professor Wood? I think he's a brilliant scientist.
Sterling: You're got a point there. But do you think he's a little absent-minded?
Walter: I guess so. | Walter thinks Professor Wood is brilliant, but Sterling thinks he's absent-minded. |
test_266 | Sandie: Dad, you keep talking about family in New Zealand. Who are they?
Torrin: Well, that's your uncle Bill, his wife and two of their daughters.
Sandie: Is uncle Bill your brother?
Torrin: No, your uncle Jack is my brother, Bill is my brother-in-law, your mom's brother.
Sandie: So his two daughters are my cousins?
T... | Torrin is introducing to Sandie their family members in New Zealand and their relationships. |
test_267 | Mavis: Honey, could you help me here a minute?
Honey: Sure, sweetie. What are you doing?
Mavis: I want to put this curtain up.
Honey: OK. Why don't you just hold the ladder, and I'll put it up.
Mavis: Thanks, dear. | Honey lets Mavis hold the ladder and Honey will put the curtain up. |
test_268 | Derrick: Brian, do you know how to speak English?
Brian: Yes.
Derrick: Where did you learn?
Brian: I learned in college.
Derrick: You speak really well.
Brian: Thank you.
Derrick: How long have you been in the U. S.?
Brian: 3 weeks.
Derrick: Is your wife with you?
Brian: Yes, she just got here yesterday.
Derrick: Have ... | Derrick asks Brian about his English and his life in the U.S. |
test_269 | Henry: Where are you going, Jane?
Jane: I'm going to the hospital to see Susan.
Henry: I saw her yesterday. She was a little better.
Jane: Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there?
Henry: No, you needn't. A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital.
Jane: Number 13 buses run much more frequently, don't they?
Hen... | Jane is going to visit Suman in the hospital, Henry suggests she catch a number 13 to get there. |
test_270 | Eolanda: How do you feel about teaching my friend how to read?
Blakeley: How old is your friend and why doesn't he know how to read?
Eolanda: He's 78 and he's a new emigrant from South America and he's never been to school.
Blakeley: Does he even know how to speak English?
Eolanda: No. But I thought that you could star... | Blakeley agrees to help Eolanda's friend, a new emigrant who had never been to school, to learn English. |
test_271 | Kathy: I had no idea the countryside was so noisy!
Nicole: It's usually very quiet in the North Carolina Mountains, Kathy. But this is the year of our 17-year bird calls.
Kathy: You mean it's only noisy right now for me and it won't be like this again until 2034?
Nicole: Well, it's not all summer long. They just come o... | Kathy thinks the countryside in the North Carolina Mountains is so noisy as birds come out at this period and Nicole only hears those birds when Nicole was in Atlanta |
test_272 | Jocelyne: I'm going to take a nap.
Andri: You should unplug the phone.
Jocelyne: That's a good idea.
Andri: Do you want me to wake you in an hour?
Jocelyne: No, thanks. Just let me sleep until I wake up.
Andri: I'll start dinner at 6:00.
Jocelyne: Okay. I think I'll be awake by then.
Andri: If not, your nose will wake ... | Jocelyne is going to take a nap and Andri will let Jocelyne wake up naturally. |
test_273 | Gian Luca Donatelli: Can I introduce myself? I'm Gian Luca Donatelli. I'm from Spain.
Gina: I'm Gina. I'm from Finland.
Gian Luca Donatelli: And who do you work for?
Gina: I don't work for a company. I'm self-employed. I am a journalist, I write articles for magazines. I'm here at this conference to research for an art... | Gian and Gina introduce themselves to each other and Gian introduces the friend Robert to Gina. |
test_274 | Rebeka: Tomorrow is Mike's birthday. I have just received the invitation to his party. Did Mike invite you, too?
Laetitia: Yes. I received his invitation this morning. But he didn't tell me what time the party will begin.
Rebeka: I'll ring him up and ask him about it. How will you go to his party?
Laetitia: I'll drive ... | Laetitia will drive Rebeka to Mike's birthday. |
test_275 | Francis: Welcome to my birthday party, I am so happy you can come.
Joachim: Thanks for inviting me. Here is the gift for you. Happy birthday, Francis! Many more happy and healthy years for you!
Francis: Thank you, shall I open it now?
Joachim: Yes, please do.
Francis: Wow, a remote car model and my favorite brand. I re... | Joachim gives Francis a car model that both of them love as a birthday gift. |
test_276 | Luce: How meat? Shall we all go for a meal at the pizza experience this evening?
Bridget: We went to the pizza experience last Wednesday, didn't we?
Luce: Yes, we did, and the time before that, why don't we go to the Steakhouse.
Bridget: But Bridget doesn't eat meat, does she?
Luce: No, she doesn't. Well, what about th... | To better cater to more people's taste, Luce and Bridget discuss which restaurant they should go to. |
test_277 | Tiena: Good evening. How many people of your party?
Gwynne: Three. Two adults and one kid.
Tiena: For buffet?
Gwynne: Yes. How much do you charge for it?
Tiena: Thirty for each adult, twenty each kid.
Gwynne: I see. Where can I get the food?
Tiena: Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables. The ... | Tiena wants to know the charge at Gwynne's buffet party. |
test_278 | Rubia: Then I must go. You have said it yourself.
Nadia: No, you must stay! I swear it, and the oath shall be kept.
Rubia: I tell you I must go!
Nadia: Where?
Rubia: I have spoken my mind, and can go anywhere now.
Nadia: I ask you to pass through life at my side. To be my second self and best earthly companion.
Rubia: ... | Rubia refuses to stay by Nadia's side and won't return. |
test_279 | Steve: Matthew? Hi!
Matthew: Steve! Haven't seen you in ages! How long's it been?
Steve: it's got to be almost a year now.
Matthew: how have you been?
Steve: I'm pretty good. I've been looking for a place to live recently. My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it.
Matthew: yeah, I remember the neighbor... | Steve is looking for a new place to live and Matthew thinks his neighbor Mrs.Thou might help. |
test_280 | Wini: Hi, Mary! What do you like to do in your spare time?
Mary: Well, I spend a lot of time watching movies.
Wini: What a confidence! I always watch a lot of movies, too.
Mary: Oh really, Frank? What kind of movies do you like?
Wini: Actually, I watch whichever movie there is, be it a comedy, a sci-fi or a suspense mo... | Mary and Frank both like watching movies in their spare time. Mary usually rents movies at Movie Salon and Frank also wants to get a membership to rent movies. |
test_281 | Barclay: Hey, Brandon. What are you doing?
Brandon: Oh, You'll like this. It's a new Web site that helps you improve your writing skills for free.
Barclay: Really? Yeah. That would be really helpful.
Brandon: Yeah and I'm signing up right now.
Barclay: Wow. Let me see that.
Brandon: Yeah. It's easy. You just enter your... | Brandon is signing up for a free website that helps people improve their writing skills. Barclay thinks it's fishy to collect for people's credit card information, and stops Brandon. |
test_282 | Anastasie: What else, Ma'am?
Marylinda: No, thanks. My husband said, We'd like to pay now.
Anastasie: Let me show you to the cashier's. It's 905 yuan in total.
Marylinda: What? Where does that five come from?
Anastasie: Oh, it's a service charge.
Marylinda: But I only have 900 in cash here. Can you let it go for 900 yu... | Marylinda doesn't have enough cash to pay 905 yuan and asks to cut the service charge. Anastasie refuses. So Marylinda pays by her husband's credit card because it can be accepted. |
test_283 | Ellsworth: Hello. Tenants Advocacy Resource Center.
Corissa: Hello. I'm having a problem with my house owner. The House owner is a nice enough guy, but he and I just can't seem to agree on repair costs.
Ellsworth: Has he been unwilling to make repairs?
Corissa: It's not that he's unwilling. He just takes too long. When... | Corissa tells Tenants Advocacy Resource Center about the problem with Corissa's house owner. Corissa tells Ellsworth it always takes Corissa's house owner a long time to repair and they can't agree on the repair costs. |
test_284 | 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 schedules an appointment with Lucila and Lucila's husband. Lucila is nervous to know the test results. |
test_285 | 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 ... | Bill reminds Bill of the wet cement and then sees the workmen walking across it. |
test_286 | Nikki: It's a beautiful day, isn't it?
Elladine: Yes, nice and sunny.
Nikki: It's much better than last week. It was too warm then.
Elladine: I'm glad summer is over. I like autumn best.
Nikki: So do I. It's neither too hot nor too cold. The sky is clear and blue.
Elladine: It's a good time to have a picnic. Do you wan... | Nikki and Elladine'd have a picnic this weekend but Nikki is afraid of the rainy weather. |
test_287 | Carlie: Stupid girl, making me spend so much money, now I have to get it from the ATM...
Melinda: Hello, welcome to Universal Bank. Please insert your card into the slot.
Carlie: I know where to put my card! Stupid machine, talking to me like I ' m an idiot...
Melinda: Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the... | Carlie wants to withdraw money from an ATM, but the ATM automatically transfers 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation after confirming the withdrawal option. Carlie gets mad and somehow locked in. |
test_288 | Amy: Jimmy, I called you yesterday, but you didn't pick up.
Jimmy: I'm sorry Amy, I came home very late yesterday evening because Jennie and Bill invited me for a picnic.
Amy: Oh, how lovely, did you enjoy yourself?
Jimmy: Yes, I had a great time.
Amy: When did you go to have the picnic?
Jimmy: Jenny and Bill came in t... | Amy called Jimmy to return his book but Jimmy went to Beihai Park for picnic so Amy didn't reach him. They will meet later. |
test_289 | Aridatha: Where are you going on vacation this year?
Marlo: Well, we were thinking about going on the voyage to the Caribbean Sea. It's a beautiful part of the world.
Aridatha: It certainly is. I went on one last year. But the weather can sometimes be really bad.
Marlo: I know. I have been reading weather reports for t... | Marlo hasn't decided to go to the Caribbean Sea on vacation because Marlo is concerned about the storms there. |
test_290 | 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 is starving and wants to have authentic Chinese cuisine so Andrzej recommends some. Celeste chooses the Quanjude restaurant as Andrzej wants to try the Beijing roast duck and it's nearby. |
test_291 | Mavis: Have you ever been invited to a Chinese feast?
Beijinger: Sure. Beijingers are distinguished for their warmth and hospitality.
Mavis: As far as you could see, is dining at a Chinese table a distinct experience? To what extent does it differ from that in your homeland?
Beijinger: To begin with, I have to use chop... | Mavis asks Beijinger about the table manners in China. Beijinger says there are many hazy rules that are different from Western. And Beijinger tells Mavis stabbing chopsticks into a bowl resembles sacrifices for the death and is very inauspicious. |
test_292 | Meredith: Hi honey! You'll never guess what! My friends Julie and Alex are getting married!
Samantha: Wow that's great news! They're a great couple!
Meredith: I know! Anyways I just talked to Alex's best man and he is organizing the bachelor party It's gonna be so much fun! All the groomsmen are thinking up all the wac... | Meredith shares the Alex's bachelor party plan with Samantha and promises nothing will be too much. Samantha doubts that and will also organize a bachelorette party. |
test_293 | Anitra: How large is the plant?
Orsola: It covers an area of 75, 000 square meters.
Anitra: It's much larger than I expected. When was the plant set up?
Orsola: In the early 70s. We'll soon be celebrating the 30th anniversary.
Anitra: Congratulations!
Orsola: Thank you.
Anitra: How many employees do you have in this pl... | Orsola introduces the area of the plant, its history, size, and function to Anitra. |
test_294 | Craig: How much should I pay?
Jacquenette: Let me see. A roasted duck is $ 25. A plate of pork is $ 6. 50. A bowl of beef is $ 7. Two bottles of beer are $ 4. That's a total of $ 42. 50.
Craig: Here is $ 50. Keep the change, please.
Jacquenette: Oh, sorry sir. We take no tips here. Thank you all the same. | Craig pays and leaves a tip but Jacquenette politely refuses. |
test_295 | 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 and Libby are scheduling to talk about the sales projections for next year and they decide to meet next Tuesday. |
test_296 | Shawn: What's wrong with you? Why are you scratching so much?
Randie: I feel itchy! I can't stand it anymore! I think I may be coming down with something. I feel lightheaded and weak.
Shawn: Let me have a look. Whoa! Get away from me!
Randie: What's wrong?
Shawn: I think you have chicken pox! You are contagious! Get aw... | Randie feels itchy. Shawn doubts it is chicken pox and asks Randie to get away. Randie doesn't believe it. |
test_297 | Stacee: Excuse me. I'm a stranger here and lost my way.
Loria: Can I help you?
Stacee: Sure. Can I get to the central department stall this way?
Loria: uh. . . Yes. Turn right, then take the second turning on your left.
Stacee: Is it far?
Loria: It's about fifteen minutes'walk. That's all.
Stacee: And do you know where... | Stacee gets lost and asks Loria where the central department stall and the national bank are. Loria directs Stacee. |
test_298 | Phaidra: Hello. Welcome to this week's People You Meet. Today, we present to you Mark Leach, an information officer in London.
Mark Leach: Hi everyone, my name's Mark Leach. I'm an information officer at the Britain Business Center, which is a tourist office for the British tourist board in London. Here, we offer a tou... | Phaidra hosts the week's People You Meet, featuring Mark Leach. Mark introduces his work as an information officer in London. |
test_299 | Stirling: Did the children enjoy the holiday camp or were they all homesick?
Paula-Grace: Well, I must admit some of the younger kids were a little bit unhappy, because they've never been away on their own before and didn't know some of the other kids. But soon they recovered. By the last day, they didn't want to go ho... | Paula-Grace tells the trips and sports activities of the holiday camp to Stirling. The kids enjoyed the holiday camp. |
test_300 | Geraldo: May I take your order now?
Evanne: Yes, I'll have a boiled egg with toast and orange juice, please.
Geraldo: How would you like your eggs?
Evanne: Hard-boiled, please.
Geraldo: And your toast, light or dark?
Evanne: Dark, please.
Geraldo: Now or later?
Evanne: Later will do.
Geraldo: Will there be anything els... | Geraldo helps Evanne order one hard-boiled egg with dark toast and orange juice to follow. |
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