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"Is there anyway I can get on the next flight to Tokyo? My flight from Hong Kong didn't arrive on time, so I missed my connection.",
"If you're willing to fly by way of soul, there is a flight leaving in 25 minutes."
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"I'm so sorry I'm late, Mister Stone.",
"I think I did ask Miss Jones to inform everyone that the meeting started at 11:00 sharp, now 10 minutes have passed already.",
"I'm really sorry, Mister Stone. It's raining cats and dogs, and I had to wait ages for a taxi.",
"Is finding excuses the only thing you're good at? You should know there won't always be sunshine waiting for you outside, and look at last month's performance of your department! How many products have you and your team sold out if I may ask?",
"I'm sorry.",
"I didn't pay you to apologize, if you can't change the current situation. I'm afraid you're not needed here anymore."
]
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"Hello, I'd like a seat for the evening show given by the Circle Music Band.",
"Sorry. But the tickets have already been sold out. Would you be interested in something later this week?",
"No, thanks. I just want to watch their performance."
]
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"Do you support human cloning, Mary?",
"No. But Lucy supports it, she's a scientist.",
"I don't support human cloning, either. It's hard for me to accept it.",
"Almost every country in the world is against it."
]
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"Isn't your older brother Victor a photographer?",
"No, you're thinking of stand my younger brother. Victor used to work as a chef, but now he's a teacher."
]
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"Hello, Tom. I haven't seen you for sometime. How are you doing?",
"Oh, not too bad. I have been busy writing an article",
"Really? Have you finished it?",
"Yes, I finished it yesterday.",
"Congratulations. Are you doing something this evening?",
"No, nothing important. Why?",
"Well, do you feel like going to relax yourself? Besides, I like music very much.",
"Great. I'll meet you at your house at 7:00. Is that OK?"
]
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"How much is the cap?",
"8 yuan for 1, 14 yuan for 2, and 18 yuan for 3.",
"Then I'll take 3."
]
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"Lisa, I'm going shopping downtown this afternoon. Would you like to go with me?",
"I'd like to but I have arranged to discuss the project with Mister Cook. I'm also going to a party with Bill this evening.",
"But you know, I'm not good at bargaining. How I wish you could help me.",
"Why not ask Mary to go with you. She loves shopping. She can help you."
]
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"What time will you be back?",
"About 5:00, I suppose.",
"Would you please take valuables with you? We might move your luggage, because we're going to paint the room. You can get your key to a new room at the reception desk when you are back.",
"OK, I see."
]
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"Your spaghetti always tastes so good and soft. What's your secret? Do you boil it longer?",
"No, I just add some salt when the water starts to boil, you should try that sometimes, make sure you add the salt before you put the spaghetti in."
]
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"I've got a new job in Beijing.",
"Really? I lived in Beijing 3 years ago when I studied in college. However, I didn't like living there. The rent was very high.",
"Really? I'm looking forward to going to Beijing, as there are many job opportunities there.",
"Yes, you been living in here since you were born. You should go and see what the world is like outside this small town."
]
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"Dad, I just finished my paper. Can you help me check it before I handed in?",
"Sure, let's take a look. Sweetie, this is really good. Your ideas are so original.",
"Thanks.",
"I can tell you worked hard on it.",
"I really did. I started thinking about what I wanted to say 3 weeks ago."
]
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"When I am playing the piano, I don't worry about anything. How about you? Do you do anything special to relax?",
"I go to the gym every day, it helps me deal with stress."
]
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"Who are you talking with?",
"My grandma. She knows how to use wechat.",
"Really? Wow, she is so cool.",
"Yeah, and she does online shopping, too."
]
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"I hear you've bought a new car.",
"You're so well informed. That's true.",
"So you don't have to rush to work in a crowded bus anymore."
]
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"I'm excited to show you Lila. She does not bite, I promise. Isn't she so cute?",
"No, keep it away from me. Please leave it in the cage. Snakes are so terrible."
]
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"Did you ever take history 231?",
"Yeah, last semester.",
"I took the course this semester. What do you think about the professor?",
"He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot, but fortunately, he's an easy grader.",
"What did you end up getting?",
"I got an A minus. Sounds good but none of my test scores were that high. So I don't know how I got a decent grade. Are you enjoying the class so far?",
"I hate it, and I was about to withdraw. But after hearing your experience, I think I will tough it out.",
"Yes, definitely stay in the class, you will get a better grade than your test scores. He does that deliberately to make all the students study a lot.",
"Thanks for letting me know. I feel relieved now."
]
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"Hey Susie, can I borrow your car tonight?",
"No, the last time you borrowed it, you returned it with the gas tank empty.",
"Did I? I'm sorry baby. I promise to fill the tank this time.",
"What do you need it for?",
"I want to take my mom out to dinner.",
"And I'm not invited?",
"You can come if you want. I thought she'd probably have plans with your friends.",
"I do, but I'd rather go with you. Don't you think it's time for me to meet your mother?",
"OK, sure. Just don't expect her to love you right away. She never thinks any girl is good enough for me."
]
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"Mike, would you like to help me do some cooking?",
"Oh, no, I'd rather do anything than cook.",
"Then, wipe all the dishes."
]
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"Do you have any change for one dollar?",
"What do you want it for?",
"I need to pay for the parking fee.",
"I can just give you 4 quarters if that'll help you."
]
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"I feel very sad.",
"Why? What's wrong?",
"I failed my English test.",
"I am sorry to hear that. You worked really hard."
]
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"Grace, would you like to go out to dinner with me?",
"Oh, I would love to but I must finish my homework first. Can I meet you a little later?"
]
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"Hi, I'd like to apply for a card to borrow books.",
"OK, please fill out this form.",
"Alright. All done.",
"Well, now please sign the card."
]
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"Have you heard from James? He must have arrived in Australia by now. He promised to send me a letter.",
"He gave me a quick call yesterday. Didn't you get my email?"
]
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"Good morning, Doctor Watson's Office.",
"Hello. My name is John Creamer and I'm hoping I could come in today to see the doctor.",
"Are you a patient of Doctor Watson?",
"Well, no, I'm in town at a conference and the manager of the hotel where I'm staying suggested that I call you.",
"What seems to be the problem?",
"Well, I've got some ringing in my ears.",
"Are you in any pain?",
"Well, just a little irek.",
"The doctor will be busy in the hospital until about 12:00 o'clock. The earliest you could see him would be about 4:30 this afternoon.",
"I'll come then if that's OK?",
"That will be fine. Meanwhile, you should try to take it easy."
]
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"Oh, it's already 10ï¼30 now. The train is leaving in half an hour.",
"Don't worry. The clock is 20 minutes fast. You still have time."
]
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"Hello, can I help you?",
"Yes, I'd like to go on a sailing holiday this summer in Italy.",
"Have you been sailing before?",
"No, I wanted to go to Sweden last year. But I didn't have enough money.",
"Well, it is quite expensive. Sailing holiday start at about 300 pounds.",
"Yes, my friends went in August last year. They paid 450 pounds each. The most I can pay is 380 pounds.",
"Well, that should be enough. Would you like to be by the sea or a lake?",
"Well, I'd prefer a lake in the mountains.",
"Ok, The Aqua Center in north Italy would be a good spot for you. It costs 370 pounds.",
"Ok, can I pay by credit card? I haven't got my checkbook."
]
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"Are you ready to go to your piano lesson? I can drive you there since your bike is still under repair.",
"I'd like to walk there. You know it's only 2 blocks away."
]
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"Peter, you're learning to drive, aren't you? Do you go to the AA driving school?",
"Actually, it's called the ABC driving school.",
"Is it expensive?",
"I've had 10 lessons already and each one is 14 pounds.",
"I see. And is the teachers car new?",
"Yes, and it's not a big car, so parking is easy.",
"Where are you going to take your driving test?",
"I failed it last a week.",
"Did you hit something or?",
"The traffic lights were red, but I didn't see them and I couldn't brake in time.",
"Never mind. You can take the test again. Tell me about your teacher. Is he friendly?",
"He's OK. He's quite young and interesting to talk to but my father will give me my next lessons. He's cheaper."
]
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"Do you like this jacket, sir?",
"Well, it's a bit too large. Do you have a smaller size?"
]
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"I hear Julia has decided to leave her boyfriend, because he is drinking too much and too often.",
"What pity! Tony was a kind man before he formed the habit of drinking."
]
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"Mark, could you help me get these bags to my car?",
"Well, I'm in a bit of a hurry. But sure, I can."
]
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"Jim, can you help me fill these forms? My assistant has been ill and went to see the doctor just now.",
"Just tell me what needs to be done. I'm free till the 4:00 o'clock meeting begins."
]
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"Hello, I want to ask you how to draw money.",
"There is quite a long line in front of the bank windows. Please use this machine."
]
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"Hello, Karl. I haven't seen you since we both went to university.",
"Good to see you, Laura. I'm just back home for a few days.",
"Me too. How are you finding it studying in a foreign country?",
"I had to find my own accommodation, although the university was very helpful and gave me a list of apartments so it wasn't that hard. The language isn't a problem because my course is taught in English. But understanding the other students' jokes isn't easy.",
"Sounds like fun, though. Well, I've been in City University London for 2 years. I'm really concentrating on my studies at the moment because I've got an important essay to write. Have you thought about what you'll do after your University course finishes?",
"I haven't made up my mind actually.",
"You must feel lonely sometimes abroad. I thought I'd love the freedom of being away from home, but it can be hard.",
"Well, it's normal to feel like that. Why don't you come and visit me when you can afford it?",
"I'm really curious to see what it's like at your university. I've got more than enough studying to do at the moment, though, I'm afraid"
]
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"We will catch the first train at 7 am tomorrow. Does your store open early in the morning?",
"We open at 8 am.",
"Oh, but your website says you open at 6 am.",
"Did I say 8 am? Sorry, I meant to say 6 am."
]
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"May I leave the office early today? I have to pick up my parents at the airport.",
"But you're supposed to meet Mister Black at 4:00 o'clock, aren't you? Can't you ask someone else to go to the airport?"
]
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[
"Oh, no. We're going to be late for work.",
"Don't worry. We'll take a taxi. It's faster than taking the bus or the subway."
]
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[
"Mike, can I be honest with you?",
"Sure, Cindy. What's up?",
"This food is tasty, but I'm not sure it's very healthy.",
"Well, this was my first time to cook for you. I guess I was a little nervous.",
"That's sweet.",
"I put too much salt on the potatoes.",
"Yeah. I like salty food, but that was a bit too much of a good thing.",
"And I overcooked the steak. So I tried to cover it up by adding more butter.",
"Well, it's not easy to cook a steak. My dad has been trying to teach me that forever, and I still never know how it's going to turn out.",
"I know you've cooked a lot before. I suppose I just wanted to impress you by telling you that I love to cook, too. I don't know what I was thinking.",
"It's the thought that matters. Maybe we could make something together next time.",
"That would be awesome. Uh, Cindy?"
]
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"You can change planes in either Chicago or Denver.",
"You mean there's no direct flight from New York to Boston."
]
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[
"I want a pet. Should I get a dog or a cat?",
"How about a fish? A dog or a cat is too much work. A fish is easy to take care of and you can leave it alone for most of the day."
]
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"Didn't you say you wanted to stop drinking coffee for a while?",
"I did. I was trying to drink tea or juice each morning instead of coffee, but it didn't go so well."
]
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[
"Can you tell me the least expensive way to get to California?",
"If you go by bus, it's only $30. But if you go by train, it's almost twice that much."
]
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"Jane, what is wrong with you? Have you lost your keys again?",
"No, it's my glasses this time. Can you hold my books for a minute? I just need to check in my bag."
]
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"Are you still going to have pizza together tonight?",
"I'm not so sure anymore. My stomach hasn't been feeling so well since yesterday. Maybe tomorrow?",
"No, I've got plans for Sunday, how about next Monday?",
"Sure, my stomach should be fine by then."
]
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[
"Your school bag is really cool. Where did you get it?",
"My aunt sent it from Australia for Christmas."
]
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[
"Excuse me, could you tell me where I can hear my watch fixed?",
"There is a repair shop at the corner of the street just next to the post office."
]
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[
"Excuse me, is this seat taken?",
"No, I don't think so.",
"Thanks. I am waiting for the train at 9:00 o'clock to Shanghai. Where will you go?",
"What a coincidence! We are on the same train.",
"Really? What is your seat number?",
"No.5 on the second row, and you?",
"I am on the third row No.10.",
"Could you please keep an eye on my luggage? I want to go to the washroom.",
"No problem."
]
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[
"Carol, don't play with your cellphone. Send the dish to the customers you are serving.",
"Sorry, sir. I can't help checking the result of the soccer game on the phone."
]
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[
"So what do you think of the lamb?",
"It's pretty good but I think the lamb you make at home is better.",
"You sweet to say that. Oh, can you get the waiters attention for me?"
]
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[
"Excuse me, could you tell me the way to get to the center hospital from here?",
"Sure. Walk along third avenue and you can see it on the right. It's between the university and the supermarket.",
"Thank you very much."
]
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[
"Let's discuss your education background. You were an English major, weren't you?",
"Yes, that's right. But I liked French best.",
"Fine, and could you tell me what kind of work experience you've had?",
"My last position was with Lumison Marten. That was from two thousand and five to two thousand and nine. That's a law firm in Sacramento. Before that I worked for a bishop in Baldwin. That was from two thousand and three to two thousand and five.",
"Could you tell me what kind of salary you are expecting?",
"Well, in my last job, I was making $1,500 a month. I understand that this position has a starting salary of around $1,600 a month.",
"That's right.",
"That would be fine with me. What I care about most is if the company provides opportunities for further education."
]
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"Emily, do you think you're prepared for the coming midterm examination?",
"Oh, I think so. Except for maths and physics. You know it's just impossible for me to do as well in them as in English."
]
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[
"How many orders do we still need to pack? It's time to go home.",
"About 10 more.",
"Maybe we can finish it tomorrow.",
"Why not? These orders are not urgent. We could do it first thing tomorrow morning."
]
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[
"What's the score in the game? I was listening to the radio.",
"I just turned the TV on, but it's a commercial break now, so we'll have to wait a minute."
]
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"Lisa's birthday is coming up soon, isn't it? I need to get a gift for her.",
"Yes, it's this Saturday. Just tomorrow."
]
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"Every boy and every girl is going to go camping tomorrow. Can I go with them?",
"You can when you finish reading the book borrowed from the library yesterday, son."
]
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"Are the people in the store buying our products?",
"Well, we have good products. Customers think that the products are excellent.",
"But you don't order the products on time.",
"The problem isn't there. It's the central computer in New York.",
"We must improve this system.",
"OK. Another problem is the salespeople. Customers aren't happy with the service.",
"But it's difficult to find staff who know about sporting goods, we must increase pay and find better people.",
"I don't agree. I think we must train the staff that we have."
]
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"How do you like this science fiction?",
"It can't be better."
]
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"I hope to view from the balcony is good.",
"No problem. You can see the actors no matter where you're sitting."
]
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[
"Could you tell me the best way to get to Shanghai Grand Theater?",
"Yes, you can go there by subway Line 1or 2. You can also take bus No.952."
]
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[
"Excuse me, could I ask you some questions?",
"Of course.",
"I work for an advertising agency and I'm doing some research. It's a new magazine for people like you.",
"People like me? What do you mean?",
"People between 20 and 35 years old.",
"OK.",
"Right. What do you do at the weekend?",
"Well, on Fridays, my wife always goes to her exercise class. Then she visits friends. However, I never go out on Fridays. I stay at home and watch television.",
"And on Saturdays?",
"On Saturdays, my wife and I always go sailing together."
]
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"Mike, do you know that my sister Amy was admitted to Remnant University?",
"Is that so? Her hard work finally paid off."
]
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"I need to use the restroom, but the door is locked. No one is in there, because I already knocked on the door. Can you give me the key?",
"Well, the restroom is for customers only. So you'll need to buy something."
]
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"Congratulations! It's absolutely a grand wedding party. Have you opened the gift I gave you?",
"Yes, thanks a lot. Hawaii is a nice place for the honeymoon."
]
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"What are you eating? It smells like fruit.",
"It's not fruit, it is a kind of chocolate but it looks like cookies."
]
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"Let's start again tomorrow.",
"But the game was going so well, don't quit now."
]
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"Honey, can you come to the concert with me tonight, or do you have to prepare your work?",
"I still have a report to write, but going to a concert will do me good."
]
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[
"Hello, Rick, I've come to say goodbye to you.",
"Are you going back to your country Canada?",
"No, I'll travel in Europe with my parents as this term is over. I want to go to France. But my parents prefer Germany. We'll travel for 2 month.",
"Wow, the whole summer vacation. Wish you an enjoyable holiday."
]
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"Can you check the schedule for flights from Miami to San Jose Costa Rica?",
"Do you prefer any particular airline?",
"No, but the fare is important to me."
]
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"Oliver answered all the questions in front of the whole team before I even had a chance to speak. He always acts like he is better than everyone else. And he never let's anyone do anything.",
"Well it sounds like he was prepared for all the questions."
]
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"What do you think of this T shirt? I want something to wear with this skirt.",
"Have they got any others but in a different color? I don't think it goes with that skirt.",
"No there all red, let's look somewhere else."
]
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"Hey Matt, What are you doing here?",
"I called your house and your brother told me you'd be here, nice jacket.",
"Thanks, it's a present from the baseball team.",
"They're going to miss you. You're their star player.",
"I wasn't. Today we lost, 22 to 2.",
"Ouch. I think we need to have a talk.",
"Look. If it's about my decision to go to New York. I'm not going to change my mind.",
"I realize that.",
"But I'll be back to visit and you can come and see me.",
"Now let's not kid ourselves. Four years in New York will pretty much end our relationship.",
"Lots of people have long distance relationships.",
"Not me. I'm not a long distance kind of guy, all our friends are getting married, they're having kids, I thought we were the next."
]
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"Do you have all the books we need for class yet, Mary?",
"No. I still have 2 more to buy. Would you like to go to the bookstore with me? Either today after class or tomorrow?",
"I can't today. I have a dentist appointment, but let's go tomorrow."
]
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"Can you afford to buy that new computer yet?",
"No. I still need another $300?",
"How will you manage to get it?",
"I serve People food at the Indians now."
]
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"Do you think it would be possible for me to get next Thursday off?",
"Is it an emergency?",
"Not really. My parents are coming into town and I hope to play golf with my father that day."
]
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[
"I don't understand why the weather is still this hot. It's as if summer was still here.",
"Indeed, the heat doesn't seem to go away. I wish winter could come sooner."
]
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"Good Morning, Room Service. May I help you?",
"Yes, I'd like to have supper in my room, please.",
"OK, Sir. We offer different types of cuisine, Chinese, American, French and Italian, which one would you prefer?",
"The first, please. What would I have for supper then?",
"Rice, chicken, tomato and egg soup, and some lettuce.",
"That will be fine. When can I get it, please?",
"Within 20 minutes. May I have your name and room number, please?",
"Sure. It's Adam Green, in room 408.",
"Let me repeat your order. Mr. Green, in room 408. Rice, chicken, beef, tomato and egg soup and some lettuce for supper. Right?",
"Oh, no beef.",
"OK."
]
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[
"Where did you get this? It's beautiful!",
"Oh, I've been to so many places. I almost can't remember where that's from. Judging from the color of the cloth, that must be a souvenir I bought in South America."
]
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[
"Excuse me, Sir. But could you not smoke here? I'm pregnant.",
"Of course, I'm sorry, ma'am. I actually hate it too, but I can't quit.",
"I know it's not easy, but many of my friends have succeeded in quitting.",
"Really? How did they do it?",
"They quit for their family, they decided to give up smoking after they got married.",
"So, are you married?",
"No, I'm only 22 years old.",
"Then you must have started smoking at an early age.",
"Yes, I started 5 years ago, I was copying my father. Now I know that was a mistake. But it's too late.",
"It's not too late. You must believe that if you just try, you can do it.",
"Thanks.",
"So, does your father still smoke?",
"Not since he got throat cancer. I was really scared when I was told the news.",
"Smoking is really harmful. The earlier you stop smoking the better it is."
]
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"Hello, 75610.",
"Hello, Dennis, are you still coming to lunch on Saturday?",
"Well, you know, I'm having a party in the evening. I'm going shopping for it in the morning, so there isn't much time.",
"Never mind. Well, come to tea on Sunday.",
"And there's a special TV program I want to watch. I think it's on at about 5:30.",
"That's alright. Come and watch it here. I'll make one of my chocolate cakes.",
"Who can resist your cakes? Fine, tea on Sunday then.",
"Good. And good luck on Tuesday. I hope you get your salary raised."
]
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"I hope you had a wonderful time today.",
"Yes, indeed. This temple is really impressive."
]
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[
"I'm afraid you can't leave your car there, miss.",
"But I shall only be a few minutes, my friend is coming here soon.",
"Please look at the sign, no parking. You can park in the next street. It's usually quiet there."
]
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"Good evening. For today's program, we have invited Sophie, a lady, who worked as a nurse during World War 2.",
"Good evening. At the beginning of World War 2, the government called on all its citizens 18 years old and over to help out. I started training as a nurse in November 1940. It was 2 months of being taught basic skills in the school of nursing.",
"What happened to you during the sudden attack, you know when Nazi Germany dropped bombs on Britain?",
"Manchester was bombed on the twenty-second and twenty-third of December 1940. On December twenty-forthth, I received an order requesting my immediate return from leave for duties of nursing the wounded. Many volunteers in the Manchester social services have taken a week's leave for the Christmas holidays. So the Manchester city rest centers were short of staff. Christmas Day was therefore my first day of nursing."
]
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"Shall I pick you up from home tomorrow?",
"Well, I'm going to be at the library until 8:00. So we could meet in town.",
"I can pick you up from the library. Then you won't have to get a bus.",
"Thanks."
]
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"What do you think of your new English teacher Mr White, Tom?",
"Though many of my classmates considered him responsible and patient, I just think he's too strict with us."
]
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[
"What on earth has happened to you?",
"I tripped up when I was running in the park. I fell on a bit of tree or something.",
"Let me see. It's quite a deep cut. You'd better wash it in the bathroom.",
"Yeah, I will."
]
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"Hey, Bill. I hear they're going to send you to Germany for the new project.",
"Boy, news travels fast around here. I only got the orders a couple of hours ago. Rachel doesn't even know.",
"Oh, no? So what are you waiting for? When do you plan to tell her?",
"Well, she's at work at the moment. She doesn't finish until 5:00. I'll have to wait until tonight now, I suppose.",
"Well, I was posted there before, back in two thousand and eight. It's OK. A bit like England really, at least the weather is similar and the people aren't much different. The only thing I didn't like is the food, especially the sausages. What do you intend to do about the family? Are you going to take them with you?",
"Well, I'd like to, but I don't know much about the situation at the moment. You know about schools and all that, but I hope to move the family out there in a couple of months time. I don't think I want to spend a year and a half out there on my own. I mean, without Rachel and the kids. I mean, I don't see that much of them now as it is.",
"Yeah. Well, that's the way it is normally in our company, I suppose.",
"Yeah. Well. We'll see. Let me pay for the coffee.",
"No, no. I'll pay."
]
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