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train_11835
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Corey: Mom, it's hot out there. I'm going to take a shower.
Mom: Another one? Haven't you already taken 2 today?
Corey: Well, I'm sweaty. Why can't you smell me from over there?
Mom: You really shouldn't take more than one shower a day though. You're wasting water.
Corey: But water is not that expensive.
Mom: Water is an important resource and we don't have endless supply of it.
Corey: But if I don't shower, I'll smell up the whole house.
Mom: Well, at least keep it short. If you cut your shower time by 2 minutes, you can save about 600 liters a month.
Corey: That much. When did you become such a water expert?
Mom: Since my friend Michael told me about the water shortages that are happening all over the world.
Corey: But we've always had lots of water in the city.
Mom: We have water now. But more people on the planet means less water to go around. Think about that as you shower.
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Mom tells Corey that Corey shouldn't take more than one shower a day because water resource is limited. Corey insists and Mom advises Corey to keep showers short.
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train_11836
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Kalila: Can you believe the school year is almost here?
Ailene: I know. Every time I walk by our new school, I get a little anxious.
Kalila: Why? Everything is going to be so much better.
Ailene: Really? I heard it is a lot of extra work.
Kalila: Relax. We'll get used to it. Apparently, there was a huge computer room we can study in. Also they have just finished building a new running track and put in artificial grass.
Ailene: Cool. We'll have lots of fun on the playground.
Kalila: You think that's cool? There are 2 gyms and a indoor swimming pool. Anyway, we have to choose 2 arts courses this year. Any thoughts?
Ailene: At first I thought about dance and music, but I changed my mind. I think I'm going to try acting instead. And since I'm joining the school newspaper, I'll take something related to that.
Kalila: Good for you. I'm going to improve my drawing and learn how to play the drums.
Ailene: Hey, maybe if you become a famous musician, I can interview you.
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Kalila tells Ailene their new school has finished building a new running track and put in artificial grass. Then they discuss two art courses they need to choose.
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train_11837
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Theodosia: I have found that Chinese people really enjoy drinking tea.
Matty: Yeah, tea is an important part of Chinese culture.
Theodosia: I know there are many kinds of tea, such as Longjing Tea, Biluochun Tea and Oolong Tea.
Matty: Yeah, Qimen Black Tea, Huangshan Maofeng Tea, and Jasmine Tea are also very famous.
Theodosia: How are they different from each other?
Matty: They taste different, because they're made differently. Black tea is heavy but green tea is light.
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Theodosia and Matty talk about different kinds of Chinese tea and they have distinguished taste.
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train_11838
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Winford: We hope that there will be no repetition of this kind of trouble in the future.
Rollins: Yes. I promise it will not happen again.
Winford: We look forward to your settlement at an early date.
Rollins: We will inform you as soon as possible.
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Rollins promises Winford no repetition of the trouble.
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train_11839
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Laurel: We are doing Secret Santa at the office again this year.
Nessy: Whose name did you pick?
Laurel: I got Jacob. Any ideas what to get him?
Nessy: Booze!
Laurel: Yeah, you ' re right. Can ' t go wrong with that.
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Nessy suggests Laurel give Booze to Jacob.
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train_11840
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Hilton hotel: Hilton hotel, may I help you?
Hermon: We would like to book a table for 6 at 7:00 in the evening.
Hilton hotel: OK, sir. We will arrange one for you.
Hermon: Can we bring drinks by ourselves?
Hilton hotel: Sorry, sir. It's not allowed in our hotel.
Hermon: All right. Thank you.
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Hilton hotel helps Hermon book a table for 6 at 7 pm.
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train_11841
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Mr. Thou: Have you worked out the offers. Mr. Thou?
Timmie: Yes, we have. Here's our CIF quotation sheet. Please have a careful look.
Mr. Thou: Are the prices on the list firm offers?
Timmie: Yes. All the quotations on the list are subject to our final confirmation.
Mr. Thou: I wonder whether there are any changes in your prices.
Timmie: All these products are our best-selling lines. The prices of our products will change according to that of the international market demand. And we are always open to negotiate, especially on larger orders. What do you have in mind?
Mr. Thou: How long does your offer remain valid? I need some time to get my supervisors on board with this plan.
Timmie: I understand. Our offer remains open for 4 days.
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Mr. Thou worked out the offers and tells Mr. Thou some information about it. Also, Mr. Thou says that the offer remains valid for 4 days.
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train_11842
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Gino: Good afternoon! Trans Pacific Airline. How can I help you?
Judy Wang: I ' m calling to cancel my reservation for Trans Pacific Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis. Could you please make it for the same flight on August 2 instead of July 19?
Gino: What ' s your name, please?
Judy Wang: My name is Judy Wang.
Gino: How do you spell your name, please?
Judy Wang: My first name is J-U-D-Y, and my last name is W-A-N-G.
Gino: Please note that this ticket has a penalty of $ 75 for any change or cancellation.
Judy Wang: It ' s OK. Where should I pay for the penalty?
Gino: At the airport. OK, Miss. Wang, your Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis is canceled. Your new reservation is Trans Pacific Flight 8 from Taipei to Minneapolis at 9 thirty a. m. on August 2.
Judy Wang: That ' s 1POJ7403.
Gino: That ' s correct.
Judy Wang: Thank you!
Gino: Is there anything else I can do for you?
Judy Wang: No, thanks. I ' m all set. Good-bye.
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Gino helps Judy Wang change the flight from Taipei to Minneapolis on July 19 to the same flight on August 2. Judy Wang needs to pay $75 for a penalty at the airport.
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train_11843
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Anthe: I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Monica to our company and introduce her to her department and colleagues. For all of you, we hired Monica because she is a very professional accountant and we are very happy to have her in the finance department. She has lots of working experiences as an accountant and I am sure everybody in the department can benefit from this.
Monica: Hello, everybody. I am Monica and this is my first day at work. I am working in the finance department. I am very happy to meet everyone and I am looking forward to working well with all of you. I am very happy to be one of the team and I will do my best to get into the working situation as soon as possible. By the way, call me Monica. Everybody calls me so.
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Anthe introduces Monica, who is hired as an accountant, to the finance department and her colleagues on her first day at work. Monica then introduces herself.
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train_11844
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Marjie: What can I do for you today?
Katlin: I would like to use a computer.
Marjie: Do you have your library card?
Katlin: I sure do.
Marjie: There is a wait for the computers.
Katlin: That ' s all right.
Marjie: You need to print your name on this list.
Katlin: Okay. Now what?
Marjie: Once a computer is available, I will let you know.
Katlin: How am I supposed to log on to the computer?
Marjie: All you do is type in the number on the back of your card.
Katlin: That ' s it? Thank you very much.
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Katlin wants to use a computer in the library. Marjie tells Katlin to wait and how to log on to the computer.
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train_11845
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Nicoline: So, how'd everyone do?
Wei: Well, there's this clock I was. . .
Andreas: MY vintage clock! How do you have my clock? ?
Wei: Your vintage clock? ! I just paid sixty-five dollars for it.
Andreas: Sixty-five? What the. . . ?
Nicoline: How did you bargain him down, Wei? You've never even been to a flea market before!
Wei: It must be my special touch. I think bargaining is in my blood!
Nicoline: Never underestimate a woman when it comes to bargaining!
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Wei tells Nicoline that she bargained about Andreas's vintage clock and paid $65.
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train_11846
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Jennings: Are you free this evening, Li?
Li: I'm afraid I'm busy tonight. I'm having dinner with friends.
Jennings: What a pity. I wanted to go for a drink with you.
Li: What about tomorrow? Are you doing anything tomorrow?
Jennings: No, I haven't got any plans.
Li: Shall we go out tomorrow then?
Jennings: Why not? Sounds good to me.
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Li and Jennings decide to go for a drink tomorrow.
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train_11847
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Emmalynne: Could we go over some things, because I think my test score is wrong.
Berkley: What do you think is wrong, the math or the way your answer was scored?
Emmalynne: Both.
Berkley: I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes, too. Will that work for you?
Emmalynne: Yeah, I'm ready.
Berkley: Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake.
Emmalynne: These look strange.
Berkley: Yes, I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score. Would that be OK?
Emmalynne: OK, let's do the calculation.
Berkley: We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage.
Emmalynne: I see.
Berkley: Anytime you have a question, please feel free to ask!
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Emmalynne requests for a second look at Emmalynne's test and Berkley is willing to. And then they go through it together.
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train_11849
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Dynah: Could you tell me something about the Mid-Autumn Festival? I find it also very interesting.
Jeniece: OK. It falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. It is said that there is a beautiful goddess Chang'E on the moon who had eaten some sort of elixir and had to depart her husband. She is always expecting to see her husband again. So, later we have the traditional idea that when there is the full moon, it is time for the family members to come together.
Dynah: So, I understand why people eat moon cakes on that day.
Jeniece: You are right. In China, 'round'is an auspicious word. The moon cakes are in round shape.
Dynah: Is it official?
Jeniece: It was not in the past. But from 2008, we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival.
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Jeniece introduces the Mid-Autumn Festival to Dynah about the story of Chang'E, meaning of 'round', and the three-day holiday.
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train_11851
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Sylvie: Any plans tonight?
Jocelyne: Not really, do you?
Sylvie: Well, I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something. You know, I just came back from a really tough interview. I was quite nervous during the interview. I really want to have the job. Right now, I am still a little on the edge. I am not sure if I could convince them during the interview.
Jocelyne: Take it easy. It is all over now. How was it going, anyway?
Sylvie: I don't know. I think I did well in the paper exams. I was prepared to answer a lot of questions, but they didn't ask those as I expected. To my surprise, the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me.
Jocelyne: That's strange. But probably, it is the new interview technique they call it'Getting to know you more personally'. What about your answers?
Sylvie: Just did my best.
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Sylvie wants to go out for a drink with Jocelyne because Sylvie just came back from a tough interview. Jocelyne suggests Sylvie takes it easy.
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train_11852
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Krystle: What's going on here?
Bonnee: You mean, what's happening? Well, constable, I'm trying to get out of the windowand Fred here is helping me.
Krystle: Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door?
Bonnee: Well, you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry. Come on, Fred, We're wasting time.
Krystle: Just a minute you two. I don't think you're telling me the truth. This isn't poorhouse, is it?
Bonnee: No, it's my brother's. I'm staying with him for a while.
Krystle: Is he at home?
Bonnee: I'm afraid not. He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment.
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Bonnee is climbing through the window of a house with Fred's help. Constable doesn't believe that the house belongs to Bonnee's brother.
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train_11853
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Georgia: what do you do when you see a homeless person on the streets begging for money?
Hyacinth: I never really give them money because I don't want to contribute to their addictions.
Georgia: homeless youth can easily become involved with drugs and prostitution. Do you do anything to help them?
Hyacinth: I usually ask them if they want some food and then give them something to eat. I figure that if they're homeless, they're probably hungry.
Georgia: that's a good idea. Do they usually accept the food?
Hyacinth: almost always. However, sometimes they get mad at me for not giving them any cash.
Georgia: it's sad how more and more young people are sleeping on the streets in London now.
Hyacinth: the cost of living in London is just too high for most people.
Georgia: it's true. The economy is in a bit of mess at the moment.
Hyacinth: did you know that few people can pay the rent on minimum wage, let alone pay for food and other living costs?
Georgia: there just isn't enough affordable housing to go around. If only the housing cost would drop, fewer people would be in financial trouble.
Hyacinth: added to that is the high unemployment rate right now.
Georgia: something's got to change---and it's got to happen soon.
Hyacinth: politicians like to ignore the problems of the working class. They like to focus on making life easier for the upper class.
Georgia: I can only hope that one day they will change.
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Georgia and Hyacinth are talking about homeless people and the reasons why people can't afford their life in London. Hyacinth thinks politicians like to ignore the problems of working class and Georgia hopes one day they will change.
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train_11854
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Gussie: Here we are, Room 215.
Andie: It is very nice.
Gussie: The telephone is by the end. Dial 0 for reception.
Andie: Can I order room service?
Gussie: Yes, here's the menu. You can order from reception.
Andie: Good.
Gussie: This is your mini bar. It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks. Anything you use will be added to your bill. The price list is by your bed.
Andie: OK. thanks.
Gussie: Your bags will be here shortly.
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Gussie tells Andie some information about the hotel room after Andie checks in.
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train_11855
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Cassi: I can't stand being with you any more. I'm sick of your drinking.
Bartholomew: I swear I never drink again. Just give me another chance, please.
Cassi: How many chances have I given you, I've given up on you.
Bartholomew: You know how hard I try to quit, I've lost without you. I am mot let you go.
Cassi: It's not just for your drinking. But you are lacking sense of responsibility.
Bartholomew: I have to make money to support the family, so I have little time left to share with you.
Cassi: Even if I was seriously ill you couldn't spare a moment.
Bartholomew: I told you I happened to be more important meeting at that time.
Cassi: I just don't trust you any more.
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Cassi can't stand with Bartholomew's drinking and lacking a sense of responsibility. Bartholomew defends for Bartholomew but Cassi doesn't trust Cassi anymore.
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train_11856
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Nellie: Why are you in court today?
Yolanda: I got a ticket, and I would like to fight it.
Nellie: Is the officer that pulled you over here today?
Yolanda: He's here.
Nellie: Tell me what happened.
Yolanda: The officer says that I ran a red light, but I didn't.
Nellie: The officer wouldn't lie about that.
Yolanda: He must've, because the signal had a camera on top of it.
Nellie: There was no picture taken of your license plate?
Yolanda: I don't believe it took my picture.
Nellie: I'm just going to let you go.
Yolanda: I appreciate that.
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Yolanda is in court to fight a ticket of running a red light. Nellie lets Yolanda go.
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train_11857
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Brandy: Hi, are you being helped?
Joanie: No, I'm not. I am interested in some scarves.
Brandy: All our scarves are in this section. What do you think of this one here? It's made of silk.
Joanie: Hm, It looks nice, but I'd like to have something warm for the winter.
Brandy: Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves. How about this one?
Joanie: I think that's what I want. How much is it?
Brandy: It's 75 dollars plus tax.
Joanie: It's a little expensive. Do you think it's possible to get a discount?
Brandy: Since you like it so much, how about a 10 % discount? That's the best I can offer.
Joanie: That's good. Could you wrap it for me?
Brandy: Sure. Is there anything else I can get for you?
Joanie: No, that should be it. Thank you!
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Joanie wants to buy warm scarves. Brandy recommends a heavy wood one and Joanie buys that one with a 10% discount.
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train_11858
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Ramesh: Let me see your passport, please.
Lissie: Oh, here you are.
Ramesh: You come from Germany, don't you?
Lissie: Yes. And come here for tourism.
Ramesh: How long will you be staying in China?
Lissie: Twenty days.
Ramesh: OK. Have you filled in the Declaration Form?
Lissie: Yes, here is the form.
Ramesh: Is this your luggage?
Lissie: Yes, only one travel bag.
Ramesh: What do you have in the luggage?
Lissie: Nothing but several personal effects.
Ramesh: That's all. Thank you for your co-operation.
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Ramesh checks Lissie's passport, departure place, the purpose of traveling, duration of stay, declaration form, and luggage.
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train_11859
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John: OK darling, got some pizzas, potato chips, hot dogs and lots of cheese!
Kelly: Oh John, I thought we said we would start eating right! Remember? Our new healthy lifestyle? That's all junk food!
John: Humph! Right, so what did you get?
Kelly: Well, healthy food, of course! I got some whole wheat bread, skimmed milk, fresh fish and organic carrots. . .
John: Organic? What's organic? Do we need organic carrots. . . ?
Kelly: They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health. And yes, John, we need organic carrots. . .
John: Oh, so organic vegetables are the green option, right?
Kelly: Yup, better for the environment and better for us!
John: Wait a minute, that? . . . Doughnuts? They organic doughnuts, Kelly?
Kelly: I like doughnuts.
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John got some junk food. Kelly reminds John that they said they would start a healthy lifestyle. Kelly got some healthy food and introduces organic food to John.
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train_11860
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Lin Tao: Hello, I'd like to see Mr. Charles, the manager, please.
Mr. Charles: You don't make any prior appointment, do you?
Lin Tao: No. I haven't, but I'll take only a few minutes of his time.
Mr. Charles: Please tell your name, company and the nature of your business.
Lin Tao: Yes. My name is Lin Tao, the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation.
Mr. Charles: I see. Wait a minute, please.
Lin Tao: Okay, sure thing. I will wait just here, thank you.
Mr. Charles: Mr. Lin, Mr. Charles can see you now. This way, please.
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Lin Tao wants to see Mr. Charles without an appointment. Mr. Charles registers Lin Tao's information and takes him to Mr. Charles after two minutes.
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train_11861
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Maddy: Are there any special unemployment forms I need to fill out?
Di: You need to get a special application form.
Maddy: Do you know where I can find the application form?
Di: You can go to the Employment Development Office and pick it up.
Maddy: What records will I have to show to apply for unemployment benefits?
Di: They will need a record showing who you worked for and when you worked for them.
Maddy: Is there anything else I will need to provide?
Di: Be prepared to show a written notice of your termination as proof.
Maddy: Do I need to do anything else after I turn in the application?
Di: You will receive a notice for a phone interview, which will continue the process.
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Di tells Maddy that Maddy needs a special application form, working record, a notice of termination, and a phone interview to apply for unemployment benefits.
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train_11862
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Mr. White: I am glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation. I hope we can do business together.
Orin: It's a great pleasure to meet you, Mr. White. I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom. What is it that particularly interests you?
Mr. White: I am interested in your hardware. I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues. I think some of the items will find a ready market in France. Here is a list of requirements.
Orin: Thank you for your inquiry. Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer?
Mr. White: I will do that. Meanwhile, could you give me an indication of the price.
Orin: Here are our FOB price lists. All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation.
Mr. White: What about the commission? From European suppliers, I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports. It's the general practice.
Orin: As a rule we don't allow any commission. But if the order is sizable one, we will consider it.
Mr. White: You see I do business on a commission basis. A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales. Even 2 or 3 % would help.
Orin: We'll discuss this when you place your order with us.
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Mr. White is interested in hardware cooperation with Orin. Mr. White gives Orin a list of requirements but Orin needs the quantity he requires. Orin gives Mr. White an indication of the price as he demands. Then they discuss a commission.
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train_11863
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Cynthia: I'm glad we took the train. I don't like to ride in buses.
Deane: Yes, I agree. We can see the scenery better. In a bus, all you see are the roads.
Cynthia: Even in Taiwan, I always liked to take the train. It is more comfortable.
Deane: I agree. Buses bounce too much. After two or three hours, you feel too tired.
Cynthia: Look at that village!
Deane: Beautiful.
Cynthia: Do you think I can take a picture through this window?
Deane: I don't know if it will turn out good. The window might cause the picture to be blurry.
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Cynthia and Deane agree that it is better to take the train rather than the bus.
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train_11864
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Mr. Emory: Mr. Martin? I need to talk to you for a minute.
Mr. Martin: Certainly, Mr. Emory. Is there a problem, sir?
Mr. Emory: Well, I'd just like you to help me with the holiday schedule.
Mr. Martin: Fine, Mr. Emory. Let me just grab a pad and pen.
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Mr. Martin will help Mr. Emory with the holiday schedule.
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train_11865
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Anabel: Chinese tea is famous all over the world. I want to buy several boxes.
Angil: There are various kinds of tea in China. It depends on the taste and effect.
Anabel: Well, I do not know Chinese tea at all.
Angil: This is green tea, you can drink it in summer. It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs.
Anabel: Sounds interesting. What about this?
Angil: It is black tea, it has a strong taste and promotes digestion.
Anabel: What's this? It smells fragrant.
Angil: It is jasmine tea of high quality. It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste.
Anabel: I will take the jasmine tea. Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon? It is a gift for my friend.
Angil: No problem. Wait for a moment.
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Angil recommends green tea, black tee, and jasmine tee to Anabel who wants to buy Chinese tea and Anabel decides to take the jasmine tea.
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train_11866
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Sascha: Hello, Mrs. White. Do you feel better today?
Mrs. White: Oh, much better. Thank you.
Sascha: Can I ask you some questions now?
Mrs. White: Certainly.
Sascha: First, do you remember what the driver looks like?
Mrs. White: Yes. He looked quite old and not very tall. Oh, and he had thick lips.
Sascha: OK. When the accident happened, where were you going?
Mrs. White: I was walking fast to a bank and pay a bill for my son.
Sascha: I see. After the driver knocked you down, he got out of his car and looked at you, didn't he?
Mrs. White: Yes, he did. I was bleeding, so he looked scared and then hurried back to the car.
Sascha: Do you remember his clothes?
Mrs. White: Yes. He wore a blue T-shirt, gray trousers.
Sascha: OK. I think I have enough information now. Thank you.
Mrs. White: You're welcome.
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Mrs. White feels better today. Then she tells Sascha the details about her car accident and the looking and dressing of the driver.
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train_11867
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Thorn: Miss Jones, could you tell me more about your first job with hotel marketing concept?
Miss Jones: Yes, certainly. I was a marketing consultant responsible for marketing 10 UK hotels. They were all luxury hotels in a leisure sector, all of a very high standard.
Thorn: Which markets were you responsible for?
Miss Jones: For Europe and Japan.
Thorn: I see from your resume that you speak Japanese. Have you ever been to Japan?
Miss Jones: Yes, I have, I spent months in Japan 2006. I met all the key people in the tourist industry, the big tour operators and the tourist organizations. As I speak Japanese I had a very big advantage.
Thorn: Yes, of course. Have you had any contact with Japan in your present job?
Miss Jones: Yes, I've had a lot. The truth is I have become very popular with the Japanese, both for holidays and for business conferences. In fact, the market for all types of luxury holidays for the Japanese has increased a lot recently.
Thorn: Really, I'm interested to hear more about that, but first tell me have you ever traveled on the luxury train, the Orient Express, for example?
Miss Jones: No, I haven't. But I've traveled on the Glacial Express through Switzerland and I traveled across China by train about 8 years ago. I love train travel. That's why I'm very interested in this job.
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Miss Jones tells Miss Jones her first job as a marketing consultant responsible for marketing 10 UK hotels. As she speaks Japanese, she had a big advantage when she was in Japan. She has a lot of contacts with japan in her present job. She likes train travel.
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train_11870
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Lynna: Hey, Karen, it looks like you've got some sun this weekend.
Karen: Yeah, I guess so. I spent the weekend at the beach.
Lynna: Oh, yeah, that's great. Where did you stay?
Karen: Some friends of my parents' live out there and they invited me for as long as I wanted to stay.
Lynna: So what are you doing back here already?
Karen: Oh, 1 have a paper to work on, and I just couldn't do any serious studying at the beach.
Lynna: I don't blame you. So what did you do out there? I mean besides lying out in the sun.
Karen: I ran slowly up and down the beach, and 1 played some volleyball. You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand. I couldn't even get through a whole game before I had to sit down.
Lynna: Did you go swimming?
Karen: I wanted to, but they said the water isn't warm enough for that until a couple of months from now.
Lynna: It all sounds nice. I wish I could get away to the beach like that.
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Karen tells Lynna that Karen spent the weekend at the beach, ran on the sand, and played volleyball. But Karen didn't go swimming. Karen comes back to study. Lynna wishes to go to the beach like that.
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train_11871
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Simmonds: Well, Jenny, the school year is almost over. We just have two more weeks before exams. What do you plan to do this summer?
Jenny: I'm going to teach English to some immigrants in the university's community service program.
Simmonds: That sounds interesting. Don't you need to speak a foreign language for a job like that?
Jenny: No, you don't. You just have to present the language simply and give the students a chance to practice speaking.
Simmonds: Come to think of it, that's the way I was taught to speak Chinese. But speaking didn't help me learn to read and write Chinese.
Jenny: My students won't want to read and write English, at lease not now. They are more interested in speaking.
Simmonds: You sound very knowledgeable about all this. How do you know so much?
Jenny: I took a Teaching English as a Second Language course last year when you were in China. I've also talked with the experienced teachers quite a lot. I think I would like to be an ESL teacher when I graduate.
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Jenny plans to teach English to some immigrants in the university's community service program this summer and she tells Simmonds that students are more interested in speaking.
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train_11872
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Meade: Hi. Can I help you with something?
Sidonnie: Yes, please. We're looking for the men's department.
Meade: It's right over there, by the escalator.
Kurtis: Here we are . . . and here are the sport shirts.
Sidonnie: Look at this one. The color is perfect for you!
Kurtis: I like it, too. How much is it?
Sidonnie: It's on sale for $19. 98.
Kurtis: That's a good price. But I think they only have it in large.
Sidonnie: Excuse me! Could you help me?
Meade: Sure. What can I do for you?
Sidonnie: Does this shirt come in medium?
Meade: Yes, it does. Here's a medium.
Kurtis: Great. We'll take it.
Meade: Will that be cash or charge?
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Meade helps Sidonnie and Kurtis find the men's department and find a sport shirt in the medium for Kurtis. They will take the shirt.
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train_11873
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Hiram: Here are the menu and wine list.
Mr. Ford: What would you like to drink? Mr. Ford?
Stephen: I'd like to try German Beer.
Mr. Ford: Bring us two bottles of the German Beer.
Hiram: OK, sir. What about something to eat?
Mr. Ford: What's the special food in this restaurant?
Hiram: We have special beef steak, pork, chicken and fish.
Stephen: I like beef steak.
Mr. Ford: Make it two.
Hiram: How would you like to have it, rare, medium or over done?
Mr. Ford: I want it medium.
Stephen: Me, too.
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Hiram helps Mr. Ford and Mr.Ford order two bottles of the German Beer and two servings of medium-cooked steaks.
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train_11874
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Obie: You look happy.
Darren: I am happy. I just bought a new car.
Obie: Wow! Is it a good car?
Darren: It's a great car. It's very comfortable and it goes really fast.
Obie: Was it expensive?
Darren: Yes, very expensive.
Obie: What colour is it?
Darren: It's red and black.
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Darren is happy and Darren tells Obie about Darren's new car.
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train_11875
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Alice: Alice, your father is amazing. He's 90 years old and he lives alone in that big house.
Cory: I know. He doesn't like to ask anyone for help. My dad insists on paying his own bills and taking care of himself!
Alice: That sounds like my Grandmother. She was always stubbornly independent.
Cory: It seems that folks like my father and your grandmother are determined to be on their own.
Alice: They see their independence as a kind of character strength.
Cory: Sometimes they are too independent.
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Alice and Alice think Alice's grandmother and Alice's father are stubbornly independent.
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train_11876
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Haydon: Hello, I want to order an Easy-own package. What would you recommend?
Felix: Which function do you use more, making calls or sending short messages?
Haydon: About the same. But I'm looking for a job, so I have to answer the phone often.
Felix: Then I recommend this package to you. You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month.
Haydon: That's good. How can I order it?
Felix: Sending a message 'KTCTWY' to 10086 will do.
Haydon: Thank you. I'll have a try.
Felix: You're welcome.
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Felix recommends an Easy-own package that meets Haydon's demand and Haydon will order it.
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train_11877
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John-Patrick: Excuse me, sir. Could you spare a minute?
Morrie: Uh, yes.
John-Patrick: Do you go to work by train every day.
Morrie: Yes. I commute five days a week by train.
John-Patrick: And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service?
Morrie: It's really very good.
John-Patrick: Why do you say that?
Morrie: Well, trains are frequent and come on time.
John-Patrick: Which train do you catch in the evening?
Morrie: I usually take the five thirty home.
John-Patrick: And can you get a seat?
Morrie: No, I usually have to stand.
John-Patrick: Would you agree that the service is fast?
Morrie: Yes, it's reasonably fast but it certainly isn't cheap. Fares have gone up 25 persent.
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John-Patrick, who goes to work by train every day, tells Morrie that John-Patrick thinks highly of rail service.
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train_11878
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Cathryn: How do you usually spend your time, now that you've retired?
Bobbie: Well, I nearly always get up at dawn. I don't like sleeping in late. The days are longer in summer than in winter, so I get up in summer. I usually do some exercise when I get up.
Cathryn: What do you have for breakfast?
Bobbie: I usually have cereal, but sometimes I cook a traditional English breakfast.
Cathryn: that sounds nice. How do you spend your mornings?
Bobbie: I usually do housework in mornings. I go shopping occasionally. I like to do all my shopping in one bag trip to the supermarket. I always drive to the big supermarket in the city center. It takes about 20 minutes to drive there.
Cathryn: How do you spend your afternoons?
Bobbie: I usually meet some friends and we play sports together or I might spend some time alone on my hobbies. I spend winter evening watching tv, but I spend summer evening at cultural events if I have time.
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Cathryn asks Bobbie some questions about how Bobbie spends time especially the mornings and the afternoons, and what Bobbie has for breakfast after retirement.
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train_11879
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Mike: Mike, come and look at this painting of shrimp! It is so simple yet so vivid!
Madella: Yeah. It is incredible! Is it the work of Qi Baishi?
Mike: Yes, it is. How do you know that?
Madella: Well, Qi is famous all over the world, isn't he? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting.
Mike: Cool! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer, free sketch or claborate-style painting?
Madella: I prefer free sketch, especially the landscape paintings. I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings.
Mike: That's true. Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature, which is an important part of China's traditional culture.
Madella: I love this art exhibition!
Mike: So do I. Let's go to other areas to see what they have got, shall we?
Madella: OK.
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Mike and Mike discuss Chinese painting. Mike says he loves the free sketch especially landscape paintings. They love this art exhibition and decide to see other areas.
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train_11880
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Sybille: Where shall we go for coffee in town?
Lynea: How about the cafe near the bus station?
Sybille: That's always so crowded. We can try that new one next to the library.
Lynea: Good idea, but that's quite a long way from here. It'll be really slow with all the traffic.
Sybille: We could take our bikes, but we'd have to go back and get them.
Lynea: Emm, or another possibility would be a walk through the park.
Sybille: That wouldn't be so quick.
Lynea: But it's so much nicer.
Sybille: If you say so, let's go.
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Sybille and Lynea will walk through the park to the coffee shop next to the library.
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train_11882
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Lesya: Excuse me. I will stay in the city for a few days and I'd like to know what's on.
Nilson: Well, there's a teahouse at the Capital Theater. They say the play is very good.
Lesya: When is it on exactly?
Nilson: Every night except Sunday. Hold on...Yes, the show will run until the beginning of July. It begins at 8 o'clock and lasts more than 2and a half hours, finishing at 10:45. Here, take this flyer. It tells you more.
Lesya: Thank you.
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Nilson tells Lesya the exact release time and timetable of a show in a teahouse.
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train_11883
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Octavius: I see you are busy now, Kate. Once you finish, I'd like to have a talk with you.
Kate: Alright, come in please.
Octavius: Oh no, I don't want to interrupt you. I can wait. I'll come back later.
Kate: I'm afraid it's going to be a long wait. I'm working on my English paper.
Octavius: English paper? I thought you'd finished it. Didn't you turn it in on Friday?
Kate: Uh-huh, but the professor just returned it to me. I was told to add 5 more pages.
Octavius: 5 more pages! That's quite a lot. How are you going to do it?
Kate: That's what I am trying to figure out. Now, what can I do for you?
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Kate is busy with her English paper because the professor asked her to add 5 more pages and Octavius wants to talk with her.
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train_11884
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Jinny: Are you looking at some funny pictures? You've been laughing all this time.
Jack: I was watching a video on YouTube. It was really funny.
Jinny: What's it about?
Jack: It was a news reporter reporting a story about an old man who lives under a big tree.
Jinny: How could that be funny?
Jack: Well, as he was reporting the story, hundreds of bees attacked him, and the reporter had to dive into his SUV and drive away. But he was unlucky.
Jinny: Did he have an accident?
Jack: No, some bees followed him into his car.
Jinny: I hope he got to the doctors quickly. Jack, how about a walk in the park? It's a beautiful day today.
Jack: But I don't feel like walking outside now. There are so many funny videos on this website. I just can't stop watching them.
Jinny: Come on, Jack. You can't sit in front of the laptop all day. It's not good for your eyes.
Jack: You're right. I'll go to the park with you.
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Jack thinks videos on YouTube are funny and wants to watch, but Jinny wants to walk outside with him so Jinny persuades him. Finally, Jack agrees.
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train_11885
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Devina: Mrs. Phoebe, here are your ordered goods. Please inspect the goods now.
Mrs. Phoebe: All right. Let me have a check. Can you tell me how can you inspect your exported goods?
Devina: Our quality control department is in charge of the inspection, which is directly under general manager. It is essential to attach the importance to the quality of goods. It is the basement for the future cooperation.
Mrs. Phoebe: That is good. And here I give you a piece of advice. You should have used stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item. Besides, it's better to secure the cartons with metal straps. What's more, the order number wasn't anywhere on some of the boxes.
Devina: I realize that now. I will do that after a while.
Mrs. Phoebe: Thank you. Can I open the packages to check the color and style?
Devina: Of course, let me help you.
Mrs. Phoebe: The color and style are consistent with the sample. Great!
Devina: You know, we are superior to other clothes companies.
Mrs. Phoebe: Yes, that's for sure. There is nothing wrong with the quality. I think you'd better pack them first in plastic bags, than in cartons.
Devina: OK. We will manage it later.
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Devina tells Mrs. Phoebe how they inspect their exported goods. Phoebe suggests using stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item. Then, Phoebe checks the color and the style and are satisfied with the quality.
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train_11887
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Preston: Good afternoon. Can I be of service?
Hyman: I don't know. Can I purchase Treasury Certificates here at this counter?
Preston: Yes, of course. We have Treasury Notes with two, three and five-year terms available.
Hyman: Two years is fine, with a value of 1, 000 RIB.
Preston: OK, could I take a look at some ID please, like a passport?
Hyman: Here you go. By the way, is it possible to cash them before the maturity comes up?
Preston: No, I'm afraid that isn't possible. You must wait until maturity before you cash them.
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Preston helps Hyman purchase Treasury Certificates and tells Hyman Hyman can't cash them until maturity.
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train_11888
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Jodi: This is such a beautiful day! Great for sailing!
Kathy: It sure is! The water looks so nice! Anchor the boat for a little while. I ' m going to take a dip.
Jodi: Why are you doggy-paddling? I taught you how to swim! Do your breast stroke!
Kathy: I get too tired! I ' ll just backstroke, it ' s easier!
Jodi: Try kicking your legs more. That ' s good. Don ' t go out too far!
Kathy: It ' s fine. Jump in!
Jodi: Kathy! Get back here! I see a shark!
Kathy: Ahahah! ! ! Help me! Help! Bring the boat closer! The shark is coming straight towards me!
Jodi: It ' s right under you! Kathy! ! !
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Jodi and Kathy are sailing in the water. Kathy takes a dip but Jodi finds a shark suddenly appears right under Kathy.
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train_11889
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Jenn: I would like to watch the Oscars on tv tonight. How about you?
Bernadine: Yes, I ' d love to. it ' s interesting to see who is considered the best in their field and which film are thought to be particularly good.
Jenn: I like watching it for the fashion. I like to see what the ladies are wearing. Of course, the men nearly always just wear the traditional tuxedo.
Bernadine: Sometimes the men wear flamboyant colours. Which films do you think will win awards this year?
Jenn: I ' m really not sure. Usually just one or two films look set to sweep the awards ceremony, but this year there are several contenders.
Bernadine: You ' re right. This year should be much more exciting than usual. What ' s you favourite award category?
Jenn: You might think this strange, but I like the category for best foreign language film.
Bernadine: It ' s nice to see foreign language films making a little impact on Hollywood. I like the best actor and actress.
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Jenn and Bernadine want to watch the Oscars because Bernadine wants to see who is considered best and which films are good while Jenn watches it for fashion. Then, they talk about their favorite award category.
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train_11890
|
Andrew: Hi, Sue. What's up?
Sue: Hey, Andrew. How's everything with work?
Andrew: Ok, I guess. My boss has been on my back recently.
Sue: Really? What's he been doing?
Andrew: You know, just giving me lots to do. I'm really busy right now.
Sue: Are you? What are you busy with?
Andrew: Oh, lots of things. Mostly training new people.
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Andrew tells Sue he's been very busy with work.
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train_11892
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Ricki: What's your favorite movie?
Tabby: My favorite movie is Superbad.
Ricki: Oh, why is that?
Tabby: It's the funniest movie that I've ever seen.
Ricki: That's true. It is a very funny movie.
Tabby: You've seen it before?
Ricki: Yes, I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters.
Tabby: Didn't you laugh through the whole movie? I did.
Ricki: Me too. That movie brought tears to my eyes.
Tabby: Mine too.
Ricki: I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it.
Tabby: Sure, let's go.
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Tabby's favorite movie is Superbad because it's funny and Ricki feels the same way, then Ricki invites Tabby to watch it again.
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train_11894
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Dave: I'm hungry, let's grab a bite to eat.
Bernadine: Sure! How about we go home and prepare a couple of sandwiches?
Dave: Nah! Let's go get a burger and fries.
Bernadine: All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza, fries, burgers and hot dogs! You have to start eating better!
Dave: What are you talking about? I have salads some times.
Bernadine: Yeah right! I'm serious! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well. You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup! It's really not healthy!
Dave: Fine! I'll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat. Are you happy now?
Bernadine: It's a start, but I'll be happy when I see you stick to your promise!
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Dave wants to eat burgers and fries. Bernadine gets angry and asks Dave to eat healthily, then Dave promises to eat home-made meals.
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train_11895
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Neely: Can I help you?
Corissa: I hope so. I'm looking for some material for a paper I'm writing, and I'm not quite sure where to look.
Neely: I'll certainly try to help you. What topic is your paper on?
Corissa: My paper is on the influence of television on children.
Neely: There are several possible sources you might use for that topic. I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television.
Corissa: Thank you for you help.
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Neely's assisting Corissa in finding some material for a paper on the influence of television on children.
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train_11896
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Kristyn: You are saying he will be promoted to the general manager?
Adolphus: Yeah.
Kristyn: Are you sure?
Adolphus: Yes. I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted.
Kristyn: Just because he gets on well with everybody?
Adolphus: Partly, and he's also a hardworking man.
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Adolphus tells Kristyn a certain man will be promoted because he's easygoing and hardworking.
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train_11897
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Anita: Anita, I'Ve been here only three days and you're leaving already.
Tadeas: Just for a few weeks. I need this vacation. You'll be all right. You know the project we're working on, and you're a good scientist. Don't worry. I'll be back as soon as I spend or gamble all my money.
Anita: Gambling? Where?
Tadeas: Las Vegas. I find gambling relaxing. I don't take it seriously, the way some people do. Besides, I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town. The casinos never close, you know.
Anita: If you gamble all night, you'll run out of money in a few days.
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Anita'll go on vacation to Las Vegas. She tells Anita she finds gambling relaxing.
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train_11898
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Jeb: Man, that sunset is beautiful. I'Ve never seen one so red.
Eadie: Yeah, it's pretty nice, but its so red because of air pollution.
Jeb: Really?
Eadie: Yeah, the smog from all these cars gets into the air and turns the sunlight red.
Jeb: I never knew that.
Eadie: Yeah, more people need to take public transportation or carpool.
Jeb: Well, we'Ve already done our part.
Eadie: Yeah, it's your turn to drive next week. Don't be late picking me up.
Jeb: Don't worry. I'm getting more sleep these days. The baby's finally growing up a little more.
Eadie: Well, give me a call if you can't make it for some reason.
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Jeb admires the red sunset. Eadie tells Jeb it's because of air pollution and then reminds Jeb to drive next week.
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train_11899
|
Carrie: Are you new here?
Shawna: Yes, I am.
Carrie: Is this your first year in college?
Shawna: I actually transferred here from another school.
Carrie: Which school?
Shawna: I transferred from PCC.
Carrie: How do you like it here compared to PCC?
Shawna: I love it here.
Carrie: Do you like it better here or at PCC?
Shawna: Don't get me wrong. I like it here, but PCC is better.
Carrie: So, why did you leave PCC?
Shawna: Because I got my AA and now I am going towards my bachelor degree.
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Shawna tells Carrie Shawna transferred here from PCC to get the bachelor's degree and Shawna thinks PCC is better than here.
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train_11901
|
Pierson: Do you have the day off today? How come you're not at work now?
Kassandra: I don't have the day off. Our labor union is staging a nationwide strike today, all of the workers in our department are supporting the labor union by participating and not going in to work this week.
Pierson: Are you serious? Why would they have to go to such extreme measures like a strike? Doesn't your company have a pretty good corporate image? I'll bet the folks at headquarters are going nuts over something as serious as a strike. . .
Kassandra: It happens quite often, actually. Whenever there arises a dispute between the union and the executive group, the first thing they do is to call a strike. Usually it only lasts a day or two before both sides can come to an agreement and we start work again. Anyhow, it's a nice, unanticipated holiday. . .
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Kassandra's labor union is staging a nationwide strike. Pierson's astonished because Kassandra's company has a good corporate image. Kassandra tells Pierson they'll start working when the union and the executive group come to an agreement.
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train_11902
|
Hercule: Would you please teach me how to use the computer?
Micky: Sure, let's take a look at the menu first.
Hercule: Do I have to turn on the computer?
Micky: yes, we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time. And this will help us understand both better.
Hercule: What should I learn first?
Micky: Right now I'll teach you to open files, save files and copy files. Are you ready?
Hercule: I am ready I am going to get, let's start!
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Micky's teaching Hercule how to use the computer.
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train_11903
|
Aina: Excuse me. What's the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco?
Sigfrid: 16 hours. Beijing is 16 hours ahead.
Aina: Are we losing or gaining a day on the way to America?
Sigfrid: We are gaining a day.
Aina: So does it mean we're arriving on the same day?
Sigfrid: That's right.
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Sigfrid tells Aina the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco.
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train_11904
|
Paolo: I need order in the court!
Eloise: I am ready to make my plea.
Paolo: What do you plead?
Eloise: I plead not guilty.
Paolo: All the evidence indicates that you are guilty.
Eloise: I realize that, but I am not guilty.
Paolo: Is that right?
Eloise: I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed.
Paolo: Who is the guilty party?
Eloise: I'll tell you if you let me go.
Paolo: I'd be glad to make a deal with you.
Eloise: I am willing to tell you that information.
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Eloise pleads not guilty but the evidence indicates the opposite. Eloise'll tell Paolo the truth if Paolo lets Eloise go.
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train_11905
|
Abbie: What is your case against the police?
Lenny: They arrested me for nothing.
Abbie: What do you mean?
Lenny: They weren't supposed to arrest me.
Abbie: Didn't they let you go?
Lenny: They didn't let me go until the next morning.
Abbie: So they kept you at the station?
Lenny: They sure did.
Abbie: Did they tell you why they arrested you?
Lenny: I matched the description of a robbery suspect.
Abbie: I understand.
Lenny: I want to take them to court.
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The police arrested Lenny because Lenny matched the description of a robbery suspect. Lenny wants to take the police to court.
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train_11906
|
Ravi: So the apartment comes unfurnished?
Quinton: This one is. I have another one that's furnished, but I'm not sure you'll like the furniture.
Ravi: We have tons of furniture. What we need are air conditioners.
Quinton: This building is only four years old. It was built with central air.
Ravi: Just like in the States! That's perfect!
Quinton: And I recently bought an American-style washer and dryer. Come and see.
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Ravi wants an apartment with air conditioners. Quinton is showing Ravi an apartment built with central air.
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train_11907
|
Adolphus: Where are you employed?
Natalee: I have been employed as a secretary at a trading company.
Adolphus: What do you think of your present job?
Natalee: I find it interesting.
Adolphus: How do you get to office?
Natalee: I go to the office by bus every day.
Adolphus: What does your work consist of exactly?
Natalee: My main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees.
Adolphus: Would you mind working overtime at night?
Natalee: No, often my boss requires overtime work.
Adolphus: How much money are you making a month?
Natalee: 5, 000 yuan a month.
Adolphus: Why do you plan to change your job?
Natalee: I would like to have a job that is more lively than my present one. Besides, I would like to practise my English in my work. As my present employer deals with China trade towards China only, there isn't much chance to speak English.
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Natalee's been employed as a secretary in charge of trouble-shooting. Natalee also tells Adolphus Natalee wants to change the job because Natalee wants something more lively and wants to practice English.
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train_11908
|
Fastback Travel: Fastback Travel. How can I help you?
Horst Weissmuller: Could you put me through to Dan Aykroyd?
Fastback Travel: He's on holiday for the week, I'm afraid. Can I help?
Horst Weissmuller: Could you leave him a message?
Fastback Travel: Sure.
Horst Weissmuller: Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned.
Fastback Travel: You'd better spell that!
Horst Weissmuller: Of course. It's H, O, R, S, T, then W, E, I, S, S, M, U umlaut, L, L, E, R.
Fastback Travel: Right, I think I've got that. OK, what's the message?
Horst Weissmuller: Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia. That's it.
Fastback Travel: OK, will do. Bye.
Horst Weissmuller: Thanks. Bye.
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Horst Weissmuller calls Fastback Travel for Dan Aykroyd who isn't available. Weissmuller requests Fastback Travel to leave a message for him.
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train_11909
|
Socrates: What can I do for you, Madam?
Madam: I'd like to buy a pair of leather shoes.
Socrates: What size do you take?
Madam: Size 38 or 39.
Socrates: How about this pair? They're well-made.
Madam: But they are a little tight, They Pinch.
Socrates: In fact, They'll stretch a bit later.
Madam: I know. But can you show me a little larger size?
Socrates: All right. Here you are.
Madam: This pair fits me perfectly. I feel comfortable.
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Socrates's helping Madam in choosing a pair of leather shoes.
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train_11910
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Nydia: Excuse me, does this bus go to the new bookstore?
Bobbie: No, you'll have to get off at the bank, and take a No. 50.
Nydia: Thank you. How much is the fare to that stop?
Bobbie: One dollar.
Nydia: How many stops are there?
Bobbie: Two stops after this one.
Nydia: Could you please tell me when we get there?
Bobbie: Sure.
Nydia: By the way, do I need a transfer again after No. 50?
Bobbie: No, a No. 50 will take you right there.
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Bobbie tells Nydia how to go to the new bookstore by bus.
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train_11911
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Altadena: Is there a bus in Altadena that'll take me to downtown LA?
Floria: The 486.
Altadena: The 486 really goes downtown?
Floria: Yes, it does.
Altadena: How long is the bus ride?
Floria: It's about forty-five minutes to an hour.
Altadena: Is that right?
Floria: Yeah, it's not that long of a trip.
Altadena: Is that a crowded bus?
Floria: It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA.
Altadena: Thank you very much.
Floria: You're very welcome.
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Floria tells Altadena the 486 goes downtown and tells Altadena more information about it.
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train_11912
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Jacquetta: Can you change American dollars into French francs.
Dorine: Yes. How much do you want?
Jacquetta: Fifty dollars. What is the exchange rate today?
Dorine: One dollar to five franc. Is that alright?
Jacquetta: Yes, please. and you can cash my travelers check. Can't you?
Dorine: Of course we can.
Jacquetta: I won't to be here tomorrow. What are you business hours?
Dorine: 10 o'clock in the morning to 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
Jacquetta: Thank you.
Dorine: Not at all.
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Dorine helps Jacquetta change American dollars into French Francs and cash Jacquetta's travelers check.
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train_11913
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Vincent: Bill, Happy Halloween!
Bill: Happy Halloween! What creature are you going to dress up as?
Vincent: I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs.
Bill: May I have a look at your costume?
Vincent: Sure. Wait a moment. ( Several minutes later ) Here you are.
Bill: I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool.
Vincent: I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight. Maybe I will suck their blood.
Bill: Haha. Wish you good luck.
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Vincent'll dress up as a vampire at Halloween and shows Bill the costume.
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train_11914
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Angie: I went to Super Junior's concert last night. It was fantastic.
Leann: Really? Their songs are very popular all round Asia now. I am also a big fan of theirs.
Angie: Yes, their new album just came out last week. It is number one on the billboard.
Leann: I really love their dancing. They are all excellent dancers.
Angie: The lyrics of the new song are beautiful, too. Can you sing?
Leann: Sure. I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now.
Angie: Let's go buy their new album. Want to come with me?
Leann: Why not?
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Angie went to Super Junior's concert last night. Both Angie and Leann love their songs and dancing. Angie invites Leann to buy their new album together.
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train_11915
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Revkah: What's your major weak point?
Lyndsey: I haven't been involved in international business, so I don't have any experience.
Revkah: What are you greatest strength?
Lyndsey: Honest, hardworking and responsible.
Revkah: Does your present employer know you are looking for another job?
Lyndsey: No, I haven't discussed my career plan with my present employer, but I am sure he will understand.
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Lyndsey tells Revkah Lyndsey's major weak point and the greatest strength. Lyndsey hasn't told Lyndsey's employer about Lyndsey's career plan.
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train_11917
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Osbourne: I was meaning to ask you if you saw the basketball game on Friday.
Neely: I wanted to go, but I couldn't.
Osbourne: It was a great game.
Neely: It's too bad that I couldn't make it. Who won?
Osbourne: Our team played hard and won.
Neely: I really wish I went to the game.
Osbourne: It was the best game ever.
Neely: So tell me the final score.
Osbourne: The other team lost by three points, 101-98.
Neely: It must've been a close game.
Osbourne: It really was. You should've gone.
Neely: Hopefully, I'll make it to the next one.
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Neely didn't see the basketball game. Osbourne tells Neely their team won and the final score was 101-98. Neely'll make it to the next one.
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train_11918
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Parke: You like this china tea set, don't you?
Wesley: Yes, but can you show me the other colour ones?
Parke: Sure. How about the brown one?
Wesley: No, I don't like the brown one.
Parke: The blue one?
Wesley: Good, I like it.
Parke: You've made a good choice. This china tea set is unusual. It was made in Jingdezhen.
Wesley: It is extremely beautiful. This is the very thing I've been dreaming of. Please put in a gift box for me.
Parke: Yes, sir.
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Wesley likes the China tea set and buys a blue one with Parke's assistance.
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train_11919
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Remington: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
Seymour: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
Remington: How would you solve the problem?
Seymour: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes.
Remington: It would probably be very expensive.
Seymour: I think the government can afford it. Besides, there are many advantages. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address. They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
Remington: It's not a bad idea. I think education is the biggest problem at the moment. Schools don't seem to have enough money to educate kids properly.
Seymour: If we are to invest more money to education, we will need to raise taxes. That wouldn't be popular with voters.
Remington: Most voters what everything both ways. They want the government to pay for lots of things, but without increasing taxes.
Seymour: The government should show that it is using money efficiently. Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project.
Remington: Yes. The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly
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Seymour thinks housing is a big social problem and the government should offer some money for the homeless. Remington thinks education is the biggest problem. They both think the government should use money responsibly.
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train_11920
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Sallyann: How far do we have to go?
Bill: About 50 miles.
Sallyann: The traffic is not very heavy on this high way, is it? So I'm sure we'll make it.
Bill: No, but we'Ve got a hurry. It will be the rush hour soon.
Sallyann: Don't worry. There's plenty of time yet.
Bill: But it's Friday today. This road is always jam packed during the weekend, isn't it?
Sallyann: Right.
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Sallyann and Bill need to go about 50 miles. Sallyann thinks they have plenty of time while Bill thinks they must hurry to avoid traffic jams.
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train_11921
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Oralee: Everyone seems to be on a diet. Have you noticed that?
Jody: At least everyone is talking about it. A neighbour of mine is on a banana diet. She eats a banana for breakfast, one for lunch, and two for dinner.
Oralee: That's bad for the teeth and health. Has she lost any weight?
Jody: She doesn't look any thinner. My sister eats eggs to lose weight. Only eggs for breakfast, for lunch, and for dinner.
Oralee: That's bad for the heart! Something in eggs is good for losing weight, but too many eggs are bad for the heart.
Jody: I've read that, too. Then what about a steak diet? One of my cousins doesn't eat anything but steak, even for breakfast.
Oralee: That's bad for the bank account. The best way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more. So, look, I'm on the way to the tennis court.
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Jody tells Oralee about different dieting ways Oralee's neighbor, Oralee's sister, and Oralee's cousin adopt to lose weight. Oralee thinks the best way is to eat less and exercise more.
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train_11922
|
Molli: What can I do for you?
Aphrodite: I would like to buy some notebooks. How much is a notebook?
Molli: Two yuan.
Aphrodite: I also want some pencils.
Molli: How many do you want?
Aphrodite: Five notebooks and four pencils.
Molli: Did you say five notebooks and four pencils?
Aphrodite: Yes. You're right.
Molli: Oh, that's twelve yuan.
Aphrodite: Here you are.
Molli: Thanks. Here are your notebooks and pencils.
Aphrodite: Thank you.
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Molli helps Aphrodite buy five notebooks and four pencils.
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train_11923
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Cati: You know the party last night? Lots of old faces from college were there.
Sally: Really?
Cati: Yeah. Sally was there with her husband; I heard he,s something very high up and important in some business company.
Sally: Yes, I heard that too. To tell you the truth, I never really expected her to marry someone successful. She was alway untidy and didn't like to work.
Cati: Obviously, she has changed her attitude to life. I mean she was very smartly dressed, and she kept telling me all about how much money their new house had cost.
Sally: Seriously.
Cati: Yes, she was really proud of it.
Sally: Well,she never used to be interested in money at all.
Cati: By the way, Simon Fox was at the party.
Sally: Was he? I haven't seen him for ages.
Cati: Naturally, he couldn't help asking me questions about you.
Sally: I think he still thinks that we might get back together one day.
Cati: Exactly.
Sally: Well, not much chance of that.
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Cati went to a party last night and tells Sally about some old college friends who were there.
|
train_11924
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Jeff: Jeff, I'm going to the supermarket. Do you want to come with me?
Jess: I think the supermarket is closed now.
Jeff: Oh, When does it close?
Jess: It closes at 7:00 on Sundays.
Jeff: That's too bad.
Jess: Don't worry, we can go tomorrow morning. It opens at 8:00.
Jeff: Alright. What do you want to do now?
Jess: Let's take a walk for a half an hour. My sister will get here at about 8:30PM and then we can all go out to dinner.
Jeff: Where does she live?
Jess: She lives in San Francisco.
Jeff: How long has she lived there?
Jess: I think she's lived there for about 10 years.
Jeff: That's a long time. Where did she live before that?
Jess: San Diego.
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Jeff invites Jeff to the supermarket but it's closed. Jeff suggests taking a walk and going out to dinner with Jeff's sister who has lived in San Francisco for 10 years.
|
train_11926
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Boris: We'd like a room with two beds, please.
The desk clerk: A double? Let's see . . . I can put you in room 1405. It faces the river and has a wonderful view.
Jo-Ann: That will be fine. Since we're going to be fourteen stories above the ground, I think we should definitely have a room with a view. Boris, I saw you sitting out on the balcony of our room. I could see you from the street.
Boris: That's quite a distance. How could you tell who it was?
Jo-Ann: I recognized your bright red shirt. But there's something strange. We're in room 1405, right? Well, when I saw you on the balcony, I counted upward. I only got to thirteen. We're on the thirteenth floor.
Boris: No, I'm sure we're on the fourteenth floor. The desk clerk said so.
Jo-Ann: I know! I'll look out the window and count downward. I still say we're only thirteen stories up.
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Boris and Jo-Ann get a double room on the fourteenth floor with The desk clerk's assistance. Jo-Ann tells Boris that Jo-Ann can see Boris on the balcony from the street.
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train_11927
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Matt: Do you think that climate change is responsible for the recent floods?
Dino: It could be. There are floods in this country almost every year, but in recent years they have been more widespread and more frequent.
Matt: It seems that the climate in this country is changing.
Dino: The summers are hotter. The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years. There have also been stronger winds.
Matt: I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment.
Dino: I think you're right. Climate change naturally over time, but I think that human activities are speeding up the change. I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem.
Matt: Me too. If we don't do something soon, It might be too late.
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Dino thinks climate change is responsible for the recent floods and Matt thinks it reveals human damage to the environment. They hope the governments can solve the problem.
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train_11928
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Aryn: Do you have experience in advertising?
Renelle: Yes, I used to have a part-time job in advertising company.
Aryn: What were you mean duties there?
Renelle: I mostly did advertising planning.
Aryn: What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have?
Renelle: I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts, creative talent, and be sensitive to the changes in the market.
Aryn: What was the most important thing you have learned at work?
Renelle: The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities. Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact in success. If I want to make in marking in advertising history, I can't stop studying and creating.
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Renelle tells Aryn Renelle's past experience in advertising. Aryn thinks the most important thing is to continuously improve abilities.
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train_11929
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Julius Wong: May, you'll never guess who I met at the cafeteria. Julius Wong.
May: You mean our former monitor in high school?
Julius Wong: Yes.
May: How is she doing? I still remember how excellent she was as chairman of the students union.
Julius Wong: She graduated from Fudan University and then got her masters degree at Stanford University and found a job in an accounting company in New York after graduation, but she quit her job several months ago and moved back to Shanghai.
May: Oh, why?
Julius Wong: She said she was bored with working under high pressure and she wanted to make a contribution to our country.
May: So what is she doing now?
Julius Wong: She gives art lessons at Fudan University, her old school. And she asked us to visit her if we are free.
May: Oh, I'd love to.
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Julius Wong tells May Julius Wong ran into their former monitor in high school who used to work in New York but has come back to Shanghai to give art lessons at Fudan University.
|
train_11930
|
Millicent: You're at the Royal Dance School, aren't you?
Arlinda: Yes, that's right. I'm in the second year class. We're all 12 years old.
Millicent: How many pupils are there at the dance school?
Arlinda: About 120 boys and girls from 11 to 16 years old.
Millicent: What do you learn?
Arlinda: English language, French, math, music and art.
Millicent: But when do you learn to dance?
Arlinda: We have a dance class everyday for one hour.
Millicent: When does your dance class begin?
Arlinda: At 10:30 in the morning. We get up at 7 o'clock and have breakfast at 7:30. There are 2 school lessons before the dance class. School starts at 8:30.
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Arlinda tells Millicent Arlinda's at the Royal Dance School and tells Millicent about the school schedule.
|
train_11931
|
Milo: Hello, Milo. I'm having problems finding the Conference Center. I passed the Star Hotel, but couldn't find Denman Street.
Marcile: OK, Denman Street is closed today, because of a serious accident. So you'll need to get back and take Trinity Way instead. Slow down when you see the gas station and take a right there.
Milo: But I can't see Trinity Way on the GPS. Are you sure this is right?
Marcile: Yes, it's a new street, so it might not show up yet.
|
Milo tells Milo how to get to the Conference Center.
|
train_11932
|
Germaine: And so the man with the dark mask rescued the princess from her kidnappers. After helping her off her white horse, the hero leaned over and kissed her.
the princess: Wait! I don't want to hear about all that romantic stuff. Why do these stories always have to have kissing in them? Yuck, I hate that. Can't you skip over this part and get to the good stuff?
Germaine: Well, dear, I think that's enough reading for today. You look like you need some rest. Maybe you'd better go to sleep now. It's too bad, though, because we were just about to get to the exciting part.
the princess: OK, OK. Let's keep reading. I want to hear about the fighting and what happens to the bad king.
Germaine: But I'm not going to skip parts of the story. If you want to hear the rest, you're going to have to listen to the whole thing.
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Germaine's telling the princess a story but the princess doesn't like the romantic stuff. the princess wants to listen to the fighting part but Germaine insists on telling the whole thing.
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train_11933
|
Jo-Ann: Hi, John. How was your summer?
John: Great. I did a lot of exercise. It seemed you lost a lot of weight. How did you do it?
Jo-Ann: Remember how we used to have fast food every day? Well, I started replacing that with fruits milk and vegetables.
John: I could lose a few pounds. Would you help me?
Jo-Ann: Sure. First of all, you can bring almost everything from home, like an apple, some carrots and so on.
John: A lot cheaper than buying fast food. Why don't we form a healthy food club?
Jo-Ann: Great idea.
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Jo-Ann lost weight by replacing fast food with fruits, milk, and vegetables. John asks Jo-Ann to help him lose weight and suggests forming a healthy food club.
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train_11934
|
Iain: Hello, can I help you?
Jessie: Yes, I'd like to go on a sailing holiday this summer in Italy.
Iain: Have you been sailing before?
Jessie: No, I wanted to go to Sweden last year. But I didn't have enough money.
Iain: Well, it is quite expensive. Sailing holiday start at about 300 pounds.
Jessie: Yes, my friends went in August last year. They paid 450 pounds each. The most I can pay is 380 pounds.
Iain: Well, that should be enough. Would you like to be by the sea or a lake?
Jessie: Well, I'd prefer a lake in the mountains.
Iain: Ok, The Aqua Center in north Italy would be a good spot for you. It costs 370 pounds.
Jessie: Ok, can I pay by credit card? I haven't got my checkbook.
Iain: Yes, that's fine.
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Jessie wants a sailing holiday and tells Iain Jessie's budget. Iain recommends the Aqua Center in north Italy.
|
train_11935
|
Alaine: Good afternoon. I'll show you to your room.
Annadiane: Thank you.
Alaine: Could you tell me which bags are yours?
Annadiane: They're over there next to the door. Those three with green tags on them.
Alaine: Could you wait a moment? I have to get a trolley. May I see your room key, please?
Annadiane: Sure, here it is.
Alaine: Thank you. Room 402. You're on the 4th floor. This way, please.
|
Alaine gets a trolley for Annadiane's bags and shows Annadiane to the room.
|
train_11936
|
John Anderson: I'd like to make sure my plane reservation is in order.
Sig: May I have your flight number, please?
John Anderson: World Airlines, Flight 201.
Sig: And your name, please?
John Anderson: John Anderson.
Sig: Yes, sir. You're booked on Flight 201, leaving in one hour.
John Anderson: Thank you.
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John Anderson asks Sig to check his plane reservation.
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train_11937
|
Stacy: Hey Stacy. What's going on?
Julieta: I'm pretty tired these days.
Stacy: Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands?
Julieta: I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends.
Stacy: How about your husband. Does he help much?
Julieta: Not at all. He comes home and complains about his hard day at work. He expects me to do everything. He even wants me to feed him sometimes. Can you believe that?
Stacy: That sucks.
Julieta: If he wasn't so lazy, I think I wouldn't have any complaints. He mows the lawn, but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it?
Stacy: That's crossing the line.
Julieta: Oh well. I'll have to live with it. What else can I do?
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Stacy tells Stacy she feels tired because she has so much housework to do. She also complains about her lazy husband who expects Stacy to do everything.
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train_11938
|
Jeramie: What's for dinner tonight?
Patrice: What are you planning on cooking?
Jeramie: I'm not making anything.
Patrice: If you plan on eating, you are.
Jeramie: What am I supposed to cook?
Patrice: What do you feel like having?
Jeramie: I want some chicken and potatoes.
Patrice: That sounds really good.
Jeramie: When are you going to make it?
Patrice: I have no plans on cooking tonight.
Jeramie: Fine, I'll make it.
Patrice: I knew that already.
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Patrice has no plans on cooking tonight, so Jeramie will make it.
|
train_11939
|
Bob Jones: Hello miss. Can I see your ticket number?
Wang: Sure, here you are. And here are my application forms as well.
Bob Jones: Thank you miss. . . Wang. I'm Bob Jones and I'll be handling your application.
Wang: Nice to meet you Mr. Jones.
Bob Jones: The first step is to determine your eligibility for a U. S. visa. Let's see here. . . you're applying for a special business visa. Why is that?
Wang: Well, my first order of business will be attending a conference in Seattle, but after that I intend to spend two weeks visiting my friends. I assumed a business visa would be required.
Bob Jones: I think a regular visitor's visa should suffice. With this visa, you can stay in the United States for up to 90 days.
Wang: So I can attend conferences and do business on that visa?
Bob Jones: Yes. You are free to do temporary business with this visa. If you were planning on setting up a new business in the U. S. you might need to apply for a long-term visa.
Wang: Oh, I see. I think 90 days is more than enough time.
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Miss Wang will attend a conference and visit friends in the U.S. Bob Jones determines Miss Wang's eligibility for a U.S. visa and tells her a regular visitor's visa should suffice.
|
train_11940
|
Di: After you go back to your country, I think I will invite you to my home someday.
Bjorne: Thank you! I would love to!
Di: What's the weather like in your country? I suppose it must be warmer than here.
Bjorne: Oh, yes. We have rather mild winters. It always has much sunshine in winter. But it was very foggy when I left two days ago. I knew it would be colder here, but I thought there would be a lot of snow.
Di: We don't have much snow in winter in Beijing. In fact, we haven't had any so far this winter. The winter is rather long, but the cold is generally not severe. The temperature seldom gets as low as ten below zero Centigrade.
Bjorne: What is the temperature today, do you know?
Di: About freezing point, I think. But the morning's forecast said that we are going to have a very cold spell in the next few days - and the temperature will probably drop to 10 or 15 degrees below zero.
Bjorne: Oh, I'm very lucky that my wife let me take a heavy overcoat.
Di: It is considerate of your wife.
Bjorne: Yes, she is. By the way, what is the best season in Beijing?
Di: Fall is the best season in Beijing. It's neither hot nor cold. The sky is clear and blue. There's hardly any wind, only a slight breeze which is hardly noticeable. And we have plenty of sunshine too.
Bjorne: Really? Then I will come to Beijing in the fall next time.
Di: Good, you are welcome.
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Di and Bjorne talk about the different winter weather in Bjorne's country and Beijing. They also talk about today's temperature and the best season in Beijing. Di welcomes Bjorne to come to Beijing in the fall.
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train_11941
|
Laverne: How big is this parking lot in our community?
Jonathan: It has fifty parking spaces.
Laverne: So you guys should be always busy.
Jonathan: Why?
Laverne: I bet it is always full of cars.
Jonathan: Quite the contrary, sir. Plenty of the spaces here are free when people drive their cars out to work.
Laverne: Ah. . . I see.
Jonathan: We plan to rent some of them out at the hourly rates.
Laverne: What is the hourly rate for a car like this?
Jonathan: I am not sure. But it'll be at least ten yuan an hour.
Laverne: How mush would it cost if someone parks here for one hour and ten minutes?
Jonathan: That would be twenty yuan, sir. We charge only by the number of hours, no split of each hour.
Laverne: That's expensive.
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Jonathan tells Laverne the parking lot in the community isn't always busy, so Jonathan decides to rent some of the spaces out at the hourly rates.
|
train_11942
|
Quinton: Bell Computers Limited, can I help you?
Valina: Hello, I'd like to speak to Mike please.
Quinton: Hold on please.
Valina: Hello, I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now. He's in a meeting. Can I take a message?
Quinton: Yes, can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can? My name's Mary, and I'm calling from Happy Travel. My number is 123 456 789.
Valina: Sorry, could you repeat that please?
Quinton: Yes, 123 456 789, Mary from Happy Travel. Have you got that?
Valina: Let me read that back to you, 123 456 789, Mary from Happy Travel. I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can.
Quinton: Great. Thanks.
Valina: Anything else?
Quinton: No, that's it. Thanks. Bye.
Valina: Bye.
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Mary wants to speak to Mike. Valina tells her Mike is unavailable and helps her to leave a message.
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train_11944
|
Renaud: Which team do you think will emerge with the last laugh in this World Cup?
Lida: I wish it could be Germany. But it seems they are not in a very good conditions.
Renaud: No, they aren't. They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack's header in the final three minutes. Just think, group A consists of Austria, China, and Saudi Arabia, all of which are minnows.
Lida: It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event. Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times. Oh. my goodness! I'm afraid the team is under a spell.
Renaud: Well, at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield. They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria. And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense. I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later.
Lida: I agree. Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders, they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate, well-timed passes.
Renaud: That's why I still have very high hopes for the team. Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage, the Germans will probably make it through to the finals.
Lida: Yes. They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline, especially in vital, decisive encounters.
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Renaud and Lida are talking about the World Cup. Lida thinks Germans are not in a very good condition but then agrees with Renaud that they still have very high hopes since they have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline.
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train_11945
|
Cody: I can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job.
Aubree: Well, if I were you, I'd go on studying.
Cody: But I don't even know what to study.
Aubree: If I had chance again, I'd major in English. You're good at language.
Cody: That's what my parents want me to do.
Aubree: You should take their advice. They know what's best for you.
Cody: But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun, while I spend all my time doing reading and writing.
Aubree: But if you go to university, you'll still have time for fun.
Cody: Hm, what you say makes sense. But you know, I still have to ask my parents for pocket money, and I hate to do so at this age.
Aubree: And if you try to find a part-time job, you'll have some money too.
Cody: You're right. Thank you for the advice.
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Cody can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job. Aubree suggests going to university where Cody still has time for fun and can find a part-time job.
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train_11946
|
Ernie: I want to take Shield on a date but I don't have much money.
Freddie: What does she like to do?
Ernie: She likes to golf, dance, and eat foreign food.
Freddie: Hmm. Sounds like she has pretty pricey tastes.
Ernie: Well, I really like being with her.
Freddie: Have you thought about going Dutch?
Ernie: Dutch, where's that?
Freddie: Not where, what. Dutch means you both pay your own way.
Ernie: Oh. I wonder if she'll go for that.
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Ernie doesn't have much money for dating with Shield. Freddie suggests going Dutch and explains what it is.
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