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test_1 | Marry: Hi, Tom! This is Marry with Hans furniture store.
Tom: Yes, Marry?
Marry: I just wanted to let you to know that we had decided to offer the sales position to someone else.
Tom: I see.
Marry: We considered you very carefully but the other candidate has more experience.
Tom: Maybe so. But I'm fast learner and I'm ... | Marry calls Tom to inform him that they decide to offer the sales position to someone else. Tom wants them to reconsider. |
test_2 | Roland: Good morning, Mr. Smith. I've just come to tell you about the visit to a village planned for tomorrow. We have a choice of two villages. One is in the suburbs of Beijing, about 50 kilometers away. The other is in a rather out-of-the-way mountain area about 100 kilometers away. It's a small village that has rece... | Roland asks Mr. Smith for arrangements of tomorrow. Mr. Smith decides to visit a village in the mountains. |
test_3 | Pippa: Is your city a historical place?
Osbert: Not rally. 200 years ago, it was just a small insignificant village.
Pippa: How did it grow into such a large place?
Osbert: Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here. The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre. ... | Osbert explains how the city grew into a large place by selling coal and absorbing villages, and introduced old buildings to Pippa. |
test_4 | Dorris: I'm here to sign the agreement.
Mauritz: I'm sorry. The agreement hasn't been fully prepared. It will be ready by tomorrow.
Dorris: Can you speed it up and let us have it today?
Mauritz: I will try my best. Here is the draft. Would you please go over it and see if any modifications are needed?
Dorris: Let me ha... | Dorris is checking the draft of an agreement and Mauritz will finish the agreement this evening. |
test_5 | 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... | Bethena hopes Sonia will become healthy and positive. |
test_6 | Lilly: Linda, I can't find my cellphone anywhere in this hotel room! Could you call it?
Linda: OK, I'm calling it.
Lilly: I don't hear anything. I think the batteries dead.
Linda: Oh, no? How are you going to find it? We have to leave for the wedding in 15 minutes.
Lilly: Well, maybe I won't take my cellphone to the we... | Linda and Lilly fail to find Lilly's phone because it was left in the bakery, but they are in a hurry to the wedding. |
test_7 | Arlyn: Hi, do you know what's for dinner? I'm starving.
Lidia: We're on our own tonight, dad's taking mom out.
Arlyn: Out? What do you mean out?
Lidia: You know on a date, they are going to dinner.
Arlyn: Dad and mom?
Lidia: Yeah, they said they're reviving the old tradition.
Arlyn: You mean this is going to be a regul... | The parents of Arlyn and Lidia are out on a date. |
test_8 | Shandee: Hi! How are things going with you?
Walker: I am doing well. What's up with you?
Shandee: Believe it or not, the company I worked for closed down, so I'm out of a job.
Walker: The same with me. Have you given much thought to what you want to do next?
Shandee: I am not being all that particular right now because... | Both Shandee and Walker lost their jobs. They would like to apply for the electrician program. |
test_9 | Cathryn: Excuse me. Can you tell me how to get started using these machines?
Johnson: Of course. Are you a new member here?
Cathryn: Yes.
Johnson: Welcome. My name is Johnson.
Cathryn: Nice to meet you.
Johnson: Do you have any experience using weights?
Cathryn: No, I don't. So I need some help.
Johnson: Well, first it... | Johnson is teaching Cathryn how to use the training machines. He introduces a training card that allows Cathryn to keep track of the weight used on each machine. Cathryn is exhausted when there are still 7 machines left. Johnson suggests Cathryn stop to train and go through the rest of the machines next time. |
test_10 | 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 ... | Both Rebeka and Laetitia were invited to Mike's birthday party. Laetitia will give Rebeka a ride. |
test_11 | Mildred: Have you applied for you visa to go to study in the united states yet?
Faina: Yes, I have. I handed in my application form two weeks ago and I'm going for an interview next week.
Mildred: Good luck! I'Ve heard it's very difficult to get a visa to go to the united states.
Faina: The application form are quite c... | Faina has applied for a student visa in the states and tells Mildred about the rules and the required documents of applying for a USA visa and why they are so strict. |
test_12 | Mr. Grant: Well, I'm glad I had a chance to see these samples, but I'm really not in a position to make a decision right now.
Sid: Would you like me to leave the samples with you?
Mr. Grant: Yeah, why don't you do that, and then you can give me a call sometime next week.
Sid: Fine, Mr. Grant. Thanks for your time. I'll... | Sid leaves Mr. Grant with samples and will call Mr. Grant later to know the decision. |
test_13 | 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 asks John where a memo is but John doesn't know. |
test_14 | Paula: Sorry to bother you. But I'm having a small problem I thought you might be able to help me with.
Ted: Sure Paula, shoot!
Paula: Well, it is about Ms. Connors, the landlord of our rented house.
Ted: Yeah, What happened?
Paula: The dishwasher broke down. I had the repair done and deducted the cost from the rent ch... | Paula is asking Ted to come over and talk with Ms. Connors about the rent. |
test_15 | Rodger: Would you like to go to the party tonight?
Ruojia: Whose party?
Rodger: Ruojia's. Don't you know that? Ruojia has got married.
Ruojia: What! Is she really? I can't believe it!
Rodger: Yes. Yesterday.
Ruojia: Good gracious. That's incredible! I feel so happy for her!
Rodger: Yes, me too.
Ruojia: But how do you k... | Ruojia is surprised that Ruojia's married. Rodger and Ruojia will go to her party and give their presents to wish her a happy marriage. |
test_16 | Leanne: Steven, it's ten o'clock. I'm going to bed. I'm beat.
Steven: Okay. I'm going to stay up a while. I've got to go over the household budget. We've sightly overspent this month.
Leanne: Oh, can't you do it tomorrow? It's already past 10.
Steven: But I'm not sleepy, darling. I want to finish it today.
Leanne: Okay... | Steven wants to stay up to go over the household budget when Leanne is going to sleep. |
test_17 | Aloisia: Did you see the way that Mirella came to work yesterday? Ever since she came back from that conference in Silicon Valley, she's been coming to work dressed in jeans and sweatshirts. It's like she's decided to make herself at home in her office. I don't know how long it'll take before the management talks to he... | Aloisia and Belinda talk about Mirella's dressing style in the office which is different from others. The management decided to give Mirella formal clothes directly to warn her. |
test_18 | Whitaker: Hello, so how are we feeling today?
Jill: Things are going well for me, doctor.
Whitaker: Am I correct in thinking that you are here for your annual physical?
Jill: Yes, I am applying for new health insurance, and I need a physical examination to qualify.
Whitaker: Your basic physical exam will include lu... | Jill wants to do an annual physical examination to apply for new health insurance and says Jill's breathing is not good. Whitaker explains the items and will do tests on Jill's breathing. |
test_19 | Angela: Hello
Celestina: Hi Angela, it's Dan.
Angela: Hi Dan. How are you?
Celestina: Good.
Angela: I called you yesterday. Did you get my message?
Celestina: Yes, I was taking a shower when you called. I saw that you called and I tried to call you back, but I think your phone was off.
Angela: No problem. I wanted to r... | Angela reminds Dan to come to the wedding next week and asks him to invite Megan as well. They agree to go there together. |
test_20 | Rocky: Hey Rocky! You've been sitting around all night. Get out and dance with someone like that woman over there.
John: No way! She looks like the intellectual type.
Rocky: Oh come on man! What kind of woman do you like?
John: I want a woman who's affectionate and fulfills my every need, and that woman over there is j... | Rocky wants a woman who's affectionate and fulfills his every need. Rocky likes different kinds of women from him. Rocky doesn't mind and plans to go home and spend the night with a TV dinner and his dog, Rusty. |
test_21 | Catherine: Hey, Tom, did you enjoy your lunch?
Tom: Oh, don't mention it. It was terrible.
Catherine: What'the matter?
Tom: The food station was as crowded as usual. I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich, and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone.
Catherine: I see. You simply can't blame the server for this... | Tom complains about his terrible lunch at the food station to Catherine. Catherine brings lunch from home because she does not like fast food and thinks it is unhealthy. |
test_22 | Glenna: Good morning, thanks for coming. Shall we begin? Why do you want to be a music teacher?
Lia: Because I've been always loving music since I was young. And I hope I could have a job that suits my interest.
Glenna: Do you have a degree in related fields?
Lia: Yes, I have a bachelor and a master degree in music and... | Lia is being interviewed for a music teacher. Lia says Lia has degrees in music and specializes in classic music. Then Lia shares some research about classic music that can make people relaxed. Glenna is very satisfied with Lia. Lia gives some suggestions on how to start listening to classical music. |
test_23 | Simon: Jack! Do you want to see a picture of my new puppy?
Jack: Sure. I thought people only showed off pictures of their new babies, not new pets!
Simon: Well, this is my new baby. He's just as much trouble. That's for sure! But, he's a lot of fun!
Jack: I see what you mean. He's really cute. How old is he? | Simon shows Jack a picture of Simon's new puppy. |
test_24 | Jaime: Personal Loans, how may I help?
Jamie: I'm going to be studying overseas next year and I'd like some info about suitable loans. To be honest, I'm not even sure if I can get a loan.
Jaime: Not a problem. We offer a Personal Loan for Studying Abroad for anyone who's studying overseas, regardless of the circumstanc... | Jamie asks Jaime information about personal loans for studying abroad. Jamie fits the requirements nicely and will decide later. |
test_25 | Miss Eliza: Hello Martin, how are your preparations for the coming exams?
Martin: Good, Miss Eliza. I've worked hard for it recently. I think I'm ready for the coming exams.
Miss Eliza: Excellent, so are you working at weekends now to get some pocket money?
Martin: Yes, I'm very grateful to Mister Lamb, he really helpe... | Miss Eliza asks about Martin's preparation for exams and economic problems. Martin appreciates Mister Lam and the students' welfare club for providing a part-time job. |
test_26 | 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 a tourist from America and has a chat with Sherilyn. |
test_27 | Jannelle: Ah, it's almost summer vacation time. I can't wait to take a break from studying. How about you?
Leonard: Well, I'm not really going to take a break. I'm going to take a business class over the summer and I'm going to work part time at my uncle's company to get some experience.
Jannelle: Why don't you just re... | Jannelle and Leonard share their plan for summer vacation and their visions of the future. |
test_28 | Vaughan: I have been washing the dishes for over a week now.
Rea: Well, I think you are very good at doing the dishes, so maybe you should do them for another week.
Vaughan: No. We made an agreement that we would take turns doing the dishes. Now it's your turn to do them.
Rea: OK, I'll do them. | Vaughan has been washing dishes for over a week and Rea will do the dishes next week. |
test_29 | Tobias: I need to get some business cards printed up.
Marlie: Do you know how many you need?
Tobias: I think I can get by with 2, 000.
Marlie: We can get started as soon as you fill out this form.
Tobias: I hope you can make the new cards just like my old cards.
Marlie: You won't be able to tell the difference wit... | Tobias comes to Marlie to print up new business cards according to the old ones. Marlie promises to get them ready in three days if Tobias pays a little extra. |
test_30 | Seline: I don't know what I'm going to do! It's going to be impossible to make ends meet if I lose my job!
Marjy: Don't worry. I don't think you're going to lose your job over one mistake.
Seline: It was a rather big mistake. When you work as an investment adviser, one small mistake can cost the company millions.
Ma... | Seline might lose the job because of a working mistake and is worried about financial problems after losing a job. Marjy suggests Seline save money until Seline find another job, if Seline loses the job. |
test_31 | Orren: May I help you, sir?
Dyan: Yes. I'm looking for a nice gift for my mother. It's her birthday tomorrow.
Orren: Do you have anything special in mind?
Dyan: No, not really.
Orren: Perhaps she would like a necklace. We have many choices here.
Dyan: No, thanks. My mom doesn't like jewels.
Orren: Well, then. Maybe a w... | Dyan is looking for a gift for his mother in a shop and Orren gives him some helpful suggestions. |
test_32 | Stearn: Excuse me. May I take a picture of you?
Sydney: What for?
Stearn: I just want to show my children how an American policeman looks.
Sydney: OK. But I hope it won't take too long.
Stearn: Oh, no, it won't. Just stand there, please. | Stearn takes a picture of Sydney who's a policeman to show Stearn's children. |
test_33 | Farah: Look, here is a copy of the Washington Post. Do you know when it was founded?
Jasper: I happened to have a book right here about the development of newspapers. Let me see. Oh, it was founded in December eighteen seventy-seven by Stilson Hutchens.
Farah: Which newspaper is elder, the New York Times or the Washing... | Farah and Jasper are talking about the founding time and founder of the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Los Angeles Times were founded. |
test_34 | Manish: Good morning, I wonder whether you have got an answer from your superior.
Bryon: Yes, we had a meting about it yesterday afternoon.
Manish: What's the answer?
Bryon: We decided that we could agree to your price, but we are a bit worried about the slow delivery.
Manish: Let me see. I quoted your delivery in thre... | Manish and Bryon agree to sign an agreement since Manish could speed up the delivery as #PErson2# hopes. |
test_35 | 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... | Marv and Quigly are talking about ways to relieve anger. |
test_36 | 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... | Mary is tired because of finding jobs in the market. Herrick suggests Mary apply for jobs on the Internet and says she could place her information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment web. Mary will try at once. |
test_37 | Brea: What do you think of this one?
Allen: Eh, so so.
Brea: And this one? Too flashy?
Allen: Nah, not too flashy.
Brea: Uhg! And this sweater from my aunt? Isn't it hideous?
Allen: I guess.
Brea: Are you even listening? I'm trying to have a conversation with you.
Allen: And I'm trying to watch the game, but you... | Brea asks Allen's opinion on new clothes, but Allen only focuses on the game and feels annoyed. They are both angry and argue. |
test_38 | 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 was robbed and called the police. |
test_39 | 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:... | Detective Chief Superintendent John Day is trying to figure out the murdered man's movements in the short gap between he left the club and got murdered, but he only has three witnesses and hasn't been able to identify more. |
test_40 | Steven: Hi, Tony. You look unhappy. What's wrong?
Tony: Oh, Steven, I made a big mistake.
Steven: What happened?
Tony: I really wish I hadn't done it.
Steven: What on earth are you talking about?
Tony: I got caught cheating. I feel so ashamed. The teacher saw me and told me I failed.
Steven: What were you thinking?
Ton... | Tony tells Steven that he failed a class because of cheating and he feels awful. |
test_41 | Jacinda: Hey Jack. How were your classes this semester?
Jack: They were not too bad. I really liked my poli-sci class.
Jacinda: Would you consider it your favorite class?
Jack: I don't know if I would call it my favorite, but it ranks up there.
Jacinda: What class was your favorite then?
Jack: I took a business communi... | Jack tells Jacinda that business communication is his favorite last year and Jacinda will check it. |
test_42 | Gussie: Do you like Barry?
Paul: No, not very much. He's too ambitious and dishonest.
Gussie: I agree. I like his brother Paul. They are not alike.
Paul: Yes. They are completely different. Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother.
Gussie: What kind of person do you consider yourself to be?
Paul: I t... | Gussie and Paul come to an agreement towards the impression of Barry and Paul but a disagreement on whether Paul is shy. |
test_43 | Flora: Hey, Paul, you're still having Thanksgiving dinner at my house on Thursday, right?
Paul: Yeah, thanks again for the invitation. I was worried I'd have to spend it alone after my parents announced they'd be in Finland.
Flora: I think it's strange that you're not going with them. Is it because of the cold weather ... | Flora invites Paul to have Thanksgiving dinner because he can't go to Finland with his parents. Paul decides to bring a bottle of wine as the gift. |
test_44 | Emmott: It's time for desserts! Are you still hungry?
Greek yogurt: I've always got room for something sweet!
Emmott: what are you going to try first?
Greek yogurt: I've never tried traditional Greek yogurt, so I want to try that first.
Emmott: do they serve the yogurt with anything?
Greek yogurt: I believe they add lo... | Greek yogurt tries Greek yogurt which Emmott thinks it's rather plain. Emmott has an Italian tiramisu which Greek yogurt thinks delicious. Then they want to have fried bananas and Emmott goes out to buy some. |
test_45 | Harry: I swear I will never shop at a street market in China. It's a terrible place full of excellent profiteers! You have to keep an eye whenever it comes to paying for something.
Iago: cool down, Harry! What are you really mad about? Did you get ripped off?
Harry: yes. Last Sunday I went to a nearby market. It was on... | Iago suggests Harry consult the price tags in the supermarket first and then negotiate for a fair deal after Harry bought a bag overpriced and got a terrible feeling. |
test_46 | 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 and Dan think they need a handyman to fix all malfunctions in their office. |
test_47 | 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 invited Mala to spend the weekend and Mala has enjoyed it. |
test_48 | Emmott: It's time for desserts! Are you still hungry?
Greek yogurt: I've always got room for something sweet!
Emmott: what are you going to try first?
Greek yogurt: I've never tried traditional Greek yogurt, so I want to try that first.
Emmott: do they serve the yogurt with anything?
Greek yogurt: I believe they add lo... | Greek yogurt has traditional Greek yogurt, which Emmott thinks rather plain. Emmott has an Italian tiramisu, which Greek yogurt thinks delicious. Emmott goes and gets both of them a fried banana. |
test_49 | 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 and Jerrome talk about Jerrome's experience. Jerrome moves a lot. Waylen finds it interesting. |
test_50 | Ricky: Would you like anything else, sir?
Vance: May I have some water, please?
Ricky: Certainly. Would you like your coffee with your dinner or later?
Vance: With my dinner, please. And can you take my order for dessert later?
Ricky: Of course. | Vance orders some water to drink and will have his coffee with dinner. |
test_51 | Billi: Wow, you're up early today! What's for breakfast?
Jasmine: Well, I felt like baking, so I made some muffins.
Billi: Smells good! I'll make some coffee. Do you want me to make you some eggs?
Jasmine: Sure, I'll take mine, sunny side up.
Billi: Www, I don't know how you can eat your eggs like that! Ever since I wa... | Billi and Jasmine are making their breakfast. Jasmine was fed up with scrambled eggs and wants a sunny side up egg. But Billi makes Jasmine fried eggs. |
test_52 | 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's mother asks May for help in preparing for a picnic. May gives her a hand. |
test_53 | Ted: Hey, Mike, is Jenny coming with us?
Mike: Yes. Why?
Ted: Nothing. I'm just asking.
Mike: Just asking? But why is your face burning like mad? Ah-huh, someone has a crush on Jenny, doesn't he?
Ted: Who has a crush? !
Mike: Come on, Ted, don't be such a chicken. If you like her, you've got to tell her. Maybe she like... | Ted likes Jenny but is afraid to ask her out. Mike encourages Ted to tell Jenny his feelings. |
test_54 | 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 asks his daughter about admission requirements of college, becasue he wants to learn computer programming. |
test_55 | 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 the hospital to see Susan. Henry tells her to catch the number 13. |
test_56 | Daisy: Hey, Jack, where's your car?
Jack: I got rid of that clunker. This is my new one.
Daisy: Is that right? This surely beats the old one?
Jack: Hop in, I'll give you a ride.
Daisy: Ok. Boy, this looks expensive.
Jack: Yeah, it costed a bundle, alright?
Daisy: Wow, this thing can haul.
Jack: Yeah, this sucker is the... | Jack takes Daisy for a ride to experience his new car. Daisy thinks he makes a perfect choice. |
test_57 | 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 are preparing to start the band at school. |
test_58 | Case: Brian, do you know how to speak English?
Brian: Yes.
Case: Where did you learn?
Brian: I learned in college.
Case: You speak really well.
Brian: Thank you.
Case: How long have you been in the U. S. ?
Brian: 3 weeks.
Case: Is your wife with you?
Brian: Yes, she just got here yesterday.
Case: Have you bee... | Case is asking Brian about his life in the U.S. |
test_59 | Ingmar: I want to improve my handwriting, and I've practiced it for several weeks, but nothing happened. You see, my handwriting is still bad.
Torey: Oh, come on. You know it's a long process, you have to be patient.
Ingmar: I know it, but I don't know when I can make it better.
Torey: A, whatever you do, the most i... | Torey encourages Ingmar to keep practice handwriting, even though Ingmar hasn't got too much improvement now. |
test_60 | Emily: Hey, Susan. Have you got a sec? I have some questions about my paycheck.
Susan: You bet, Emily. Pull up a chair.
Emily: Well, this is my first paycheck here in the States and there are a few things I don't understand. First of all, what is this FICA, and SUI Y tax, and why are there deductions both for Medicar... | Emily has her first paycheck in the States and there are a few things she doesn't understand. Susan explains the federal and state deductions to her. Emily thinks it might be the same in the UK but she just never paid much attention before. |
test_61 | Daisy: Hey, Jack, where's your car?
Jack: I got rid of that clunker. This is my new one.
Daisy: Is that right? This surely beats the old one?
Jack: Hop in, I'll give you a ride.
Daisy: Ok. Boy, this looks expensive.
Jack: Yeah, it costed a bundle, alright?
Daisy: Wow, this thing can haul.
Jack: Yeah, this sucker is the... | Jack gives Daisy a ride in his new car. Daisy praises it. |
test_62 | Alysa: Are you an art aficionado?
Tania: Not really. I like going to an art exhibition once or twice a year. I hardly know anything about art or sculpture. You are a true art lover, aren't you?
Alysa: I love going to art galleries, particularly when one is holding an exhibition of abstract art.
Tania: I never understan... | Tania cannot understand abstract art so Tania decides to go to an art exhibition of greek and roman sculpture with Alysa tomorrow. |
test_63 | Vaughan: I have been washing the dishes for over a week now.
Rea: Well, I think you are very good at doing the dishes, so maybe you should do them for another week.
Vaughan: No. We made an agreement that we would take turns doing the dishes. Now it's your turn to do them.
Rea: OK, I'll do them. | Rea will do the agreement made with Vaughan on taking turns washing the dishes. |
test_64 | 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... | Mike's mom is preparing for her few friends, Mike will go out to buy some drinks and fruits. |
test_65 | Othilia: do you remember where you were for the terrorist attacks on 9-11?
Astrid: yes, I was in my apartment in Beijing. Where were you?
Othilia: I was at home with my parents in New York City.
Astrid: really? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers?
Othilia: I didn't see the crash itsel... | Othilia tells Astrid what was going on in New York City on 9-11 and what Othilia's family has suffered. |
test_66 | 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 ... | James reserves a dining room for eight at a restaurant. Smith will ask the waitress to show him the way. |
test_67 | 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... | Eolanda asks Blakeley to help teach Eolanda's friend English and Blakeley agrees. |
test_68 | Jody: I cannot imagine if Trump were to be our President again.
Sean: I am proud to say that he is our President, and I will be really happy if he could be re-elected.
Jody: You voted for him, right?
Sean: Did you vote for him, because I know that I did.
Jody: I am not sure about this.
Sean: I have nothing but faith in... | Jody is crazy for Trump and voted for him but Sean will vote for Biden. |
test_69 | Hector: Good morning.
Lawson: Good morning.
Hector: What does the paper say?
Lawson: Nothing much , the same old stuff. A lot of bad news as usual.
Hector: Well, what ' s the weather report?
Lawson: Sunny and mild today, cloudy and rainy tomorrow.
Hector: Did they find those bank robbers?
Lawson: Not yet. They were hol... | Hector keeps asking what the paper says. Lawson asks Hector to read the paper. |
test_70 | Ted: Hey, Mike, is Jenny coming with us?
Mike: Yes. Why?
Ted: Nothing. I'm just asking.
Mike: Just asking? But why is your face burning like mad? Ah-huh, someone has a crush on Jenny, doesn't he?
Ted: Who has a crush? !
Mike: Come on, Ted, don't be such a chicken. If you like her, you've got to tell her. Maybe she like... | Ted likesJenny but is too afraid to express his feeling. Mike encourages him and Ted will tell her. |
test_71 | Jimmy Fox: Hi, I made a reservation for a mid-size vehicle. The name is Jimmy Fox.
Steffie: I'm sorry, Mr. Fox. We have no mid-size available at the moment.
Jimmy Fox: What do you mean? I don't understand, I made a reservation, do you have my reservation?
Steffie: Yes, we do, but unfortunately we ran out of cars.
Jimmy... | Mr. Fox is angry because he makes a reservation for a mid-size vehicle but Steffie doesn't keep a car for him. Finally, he takes a compact with a discount. |
test_72 | Maurise: Have you seen the tower in front of us. That's the famous Eiffel Tower. It was built in 1889 for the World's Fair.
Gustave Eiffel: How tall is this building?
Maurise: It stands 320m ( 1050ft ) high and held the record as the world's tallest structure until 1930.
Gustave Eiffel: I have heard its name is connect... | Maurise is introducing the Eiffel Tower to Gustave Eiffel. |
test_73 | Dexter: I am sorry, sir. I have broken the reading lamp in my room.
Orbadiah: Well, sir. May I have your room number?
Dexter: 503. I would like to pay for it.
Orbadiah: Please fill out the form first.
Dexter: OK, can you bring me a new one?
Orbadiah: Of course. | Dexter reports Dexter broke a lamp. |
test_74 | Paula: Sorry to bother you. But I'm having a small problem I thought you might be able to help me with.
Ted: Sure Paula, shoot!
Paula: Well, it is about Ms. Connors, the landlord of our rented house.
Ted: Yeah, What happened?
Paula: The dishwasher broke down. I had the repair done and deducted the cost from the rent ch... | Paula has an economic problem with her landlord, Ms. Connors. Ted agrees to help when Paula talks to Ms. Connors. |
test_75 | 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?
... | Andrus orders some food with Claudette's help in a restaurant. |
test_76 | Cathryn: Excuse me. Can you tell me how to get started using these machines?
Johnson: Of course. Are you a new member here?
Cathryn: Yes.
Johnson: Welcome. My name is Johnson.
Cathryn: Nice to meet you.
Johnson: Do you have any experience using weights?
Cathryn: No, I don't. So I need some help.
Johnson: Well, first it... | Johnson shows Cathryn the correct way to use weights machine and tells Cathryn using a card to keep track of exercise intensity. Cathryn stops training as Johnson suggests and will go through the rest of the machines next time. |
test_77 | Lazarus: Can I be of any service to you?
Elizabeth: I've been told that Chinese arts and crafts are famous for their excellent workmanship. We'd like to take some home. What would you recommend?
Lazarus: There are over a thousands kinds of articles in our shop.For example, there is tricolored pottery originating in the... | Elizabeth wants to buy Chinese arts and crafts, something distinctively Chinese. Lazarus suggests Elizabeth buy paper-cuts, embroidery and batik. |
test_78 | Rocky: Hey Rocky! You've been sitting around all night. Get out and dance with someone like that woman over there.
John: No way! She looks like the intellectual type.
Rocky: Oh come on man! What kind of woman do you like?
John: I want a woman who's affectionate and fulfills my every need, and that woman over there is j... | Rocky has particular requirements and cannot find a suitable woman in the party, so he doesn't want to dance. Rocky likes different kinds of women from him. He sticks with his views and decides to go home to a TV dinner and his dog, Rusty. |
test_79 | Lawson: Can I get you something to drink?
Georgeta: Sure, but I don't drink much. So I don't know what to order.
Lawson: So how about an aperitif?
Georgeta: It sounds good. I'd like to start with a Compari.
Lawson: Stirred or shaken?
Georgeta: Stirred will be fine.
Lawson: Here you are.
Georgeta: Thanks. Does the bar h... | Georgeta starts with a Compari and then tries a Singer at a bar. |
test_80 | Patti: Would you like to go to the movies tonight?
Hilary: Well, I just saw a horror movie last night. It almost frightened me to death.
Patti: Well, we could see something different like a detective film.
Hilary: I don't care for a detective film. It also makes me nervous.
Patti: How about a comedy?
Hilary: No, I don'... | Patti invites Hilary to watch a movie together that night. Hilary wants to see nothing but a war movie. |
test_81 | 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 asks Lori's help to buy a drink, but Lori refuses. |
test_82 | Alley: Does your country export a lot of natural resources?
Sher: We export some coal to European countries, but our biggest exports is copper, which we export to Europe, north America, and China.
Alley: Which resources do you have to import?
Sher: We import a little oil from Venezuela, but we are fairly self-sufficien... | Alley and Sher talk about exported and imported natural resources in Sher's country. Alley thinks the government in Sher's country should invest in infrastructure. Sher agrees. |
test_83 | Adriena: Vet, can you tell us what you usually do to deal with stress and depression?
Vet: I eat a cucumber and go to bed. I figure it's a healthy alternative to chocolate.
Adriena: Do you ever feel that having a baby has stopped you from your goals or dreams?
Vet: I always wanted to be a cheerleader, and that won't ha... | Adriena is interviewing Vet and asking her about the ways she deals with stress as a young mother, feelings of having a baby, plans for the future, her favorite quote, and advice for teens. |
test_84 | Elissa: Honey, I've got good news for you.
Cooper: What is it?
Elissa: You are going to be a father.
Cooper: What? Do you mean that you are pregnant? Is it true?
Elissa: Yes. We'll have our baby soon.
Cooper: Oh, dear, I'm so happy.
Elissa: Me, too. | Elissa and Cooper feel happy because Elissa is pregnant. |
test_85 | Steven: Mr. Sellers? It's Steven speaking, your tenant. We've just suffered a power failure. What should I do now?
Mr. Sellers: All right, Steven. Do you have a flashlight?
Steven: Yes, I do.
Mr. Sellers: OK, now go down to the basement and find the circuit box. Open it and check if there are any fuses blown out.
Steve... | Steven tries to do the repairment under Mr. Seller's instruction to solve power failure. |
test_86 | Jim: Hi, Bill.
Dick: Hi, Jim.
Jim: Where is that cool guy, Dick? I haven't seen him for two weeks.
Dick: He's been sick since he came back from Italy.
Jim: Bummer, I'm sorry to hear that, is he better now?
Dick: Yes, Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP. | Dick's been sick and will come back as soon as possible. |
test_87 | Ted: Hey, Mike, is Jenny coming with us?
Mike: Yes. Why?
Ted: Nothing. I'm just asking.
Mike: Just asking? But why is your face burning like mad? Ah-huh, someone has a crush on Jenny, doesn't he?
Ted: Who has a crush? !
Mike: Come on, Ted, don't be such a chicken. If you like her, you've got to tell her. Maybe she like... | Ted likes Jenny but is afraid of telling her because he doesn't want to be turned down. Mike encourages Ted to tell Jenny. |
test_88 | Nancy: Tyler residence.
Maggy: Is this Naomi?
Nancy: No, this is her sister, Nancy.
Maggy: You sure sound like Naomi.
Nancy: Oh. Can I take a message?
Maggy: Sure. Please tell her that Andy called.
Nancy: Okay. I'll give her the message.
Maggy: Thanks.
Nancy: Bye. | Andy calls but Naomi isn't there. |
test_89 | Baird: Did you go to see Michael last night?
Debi: Yes, He had just bought a new motorcycle.
Baird: Did he let you ride it?
Debi: Yes, I tried it and I quite liked it.
Baird: Weren't you frightened?
Debi: Sure. But I still liked it.
Baird: Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself?
Debi: No. Although motorcycle is ni... | Debi liked Michael's motorcycle but won't buy one. |
test_90 | Theada: I don't want you to be worried, but our son has some bad habits now. He says painful words everyday.
Terry: What words? Can you tell me?
Theada: He says kick mommy, beat mommy, don't want mommy very quickly if I do something that he doesn't like. You know, if I wash his face or change his clothes, things like t... | Theada asks Terry to help to address their son's problems, and Terry has come up with several motivating and gentle ideas. |
test_91 | Greg Sonders: Hi, can I talk to Mary, please?
Mary: This is Mary. Who's that speaking?
Greg Sonders: Hi, Mary. This is Greg Sonders from Brown College.
Mary: How can I help you, Mr. Sonders?
Greg Sonders: Well, your papers mention your impressive grade point average. And your test scores meet our admission standards. B... | Mr. Sonders interviews Mary for college admission. Mary makes an impression on them. |
test_92 | Sturgis: Jack, could you check your calendar?
Jack: Sure, what's going on?
Sturgis: We're planning a weekend camping trip, and we want to know which weekend is best for everyone.
Jack: Let me see. . . The weekend after next looks pretty good. Otherwise, I'm all booked up. | Jack will be available for a weekend camping trip the weekend after next. |
test_93 | 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... | Leanne thinks Leanne and Anne had a good time and invites her out again, but Anne refuses it. |
test_94 | Brandice: May I borrow $50 from you?
Bradley: $50? Until when? How are you going to pay me back?
Brandice: Come on! If I had a job, I'd lend you $50 without asking any questions.
Bradley: But you don't have a job, do you?
Brandice: No, but I'm looking for one. I go to the employment office every day.
Bradley: Why don't... | Bradley asks Brandice's situations about Bradley job and lends Brandice $50 to wish Brandice good luck. |
test_95 | Danny's: Welcome to Danny's, may I take your order please?
Josselyn: Yeah, I'd like a turkey sandwich.
Danny's: Alright, do you want cheese on your sandwich?
Josselyn: Yes, please and I'd like some other things to go with a sandwich for lunch.
Danny's: Of course, you have your choice of soup or a salad and a medium dri... | Danny's helps Josselyn to order a sandwich, soup, and a drink for lunch. |
test_96 | 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 wants to move. Sarah suggests buying a cheaper house and offers information on possible options. |
test_97 | Sascha: We need to call an emergency meeting as soon as possible about this.
Xymenes: OK. Let me send a memo around.
Sascha: Schedule it for this afternoon, when Ken gets back.
Xymenes: I don ' t think he ' s back today.
Sascha: Oh, that ' s right. Go ahead anyways. I ' ll fill him in. We can ' t lose this order under ... | Sascha asks Xymenes to call an emergency meeting whether Ken comes back or not. |
test_98 | 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 was angry with Ann because Ann canceled their plan because of Ann's boyfriend. Mary comforts Mary and she will patch things up later. |
test_99 | Lyndsey: What does your sister look like, Mike?
Mike: Well, she's tall and pretty.
Lyndsey: Is she like you?
Mike: I suppose so. We're both friendly and easy-going.
Lyndsey: Is she as clever as you?
Mike: No, she's not as clever as me.
Lyndsey: Big head! | Mike is describing his sister to Lyndsey. |
test_100 | Levy: OK, that's a cut. Let's start from the beginning everyone.
Mike: What was the problem that time?
Levy: The feeling was all wrong, Mike. She is telling you that she doesn't want to see you anymore, but I want to get more anger from you. You're acting hurt and sad, but that's not how your character would act in thi... | Levy and Mike are discussing what kind of emotion should be expressed by Mike in this play. They have different understandings. |
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