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#Person1#: Okay, Mr. Taylor, let's go ahead and begin. First of all, tell me about your last job.
#Person2#: Well, as stated on my resume, I worked for five years at Hi Tech Computers.
#Person1#: Okay. Hi Tech. And what do you know about computer networks and operating systems including DOS, Windows, Macintosh OS, and UNIX?
#Person2#: Umm ... well ... I did come in contact with computers every night at my last job.
#Person1#: Hum! ... And how about web site authoring skills? [Oh]. We are looking for someone to create and manage our company's web site which would include the development, configuration, and use of CGI scripts.
#Person2#: Umm ... uh, web page, web page. Huh ... I don't think I've read that book, and I'm afraid I've never used those CGI things.
#Person1#: Huh?! And what about experience with Java or JavaScript?
#Person2#: Well ... I think I've tried Java at a foreign coffee shop one time, if that's what you mean.
#Person1#: Okay, Mr. Taylor, I think I have ALL the information I need!
#Person2#: Oh, and I really like computer games. I play them everyday.
#Person1#: Right, right. Thanks Mr. Taylor. We'll be in touch. | #Person2# is interviewing Mr. Taylor. #Person2#wants someone to create and manage #Person1#'s company's website but Mr. Taylor knows almost nothing about computer networks. In fact, he only likes computer games. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How time flies! The summer holidays are coming next week.
#Person2#: Yes, do you have any plan?
#Person1#: Certainly. I want to go to Egypt. What about you?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't go anywhere. I failed my English written exam. You know my parents are so strict with me.
#Person1#: Bad luck!
#Person2#: I say, is Egypt an Asian country? Is it far?
#Person1#: Yes, quite far. But it's not in Asia, it's an African country.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I've heard of not only the Pyramids but also the Aswan Dam. Do you want to see them?
#Person1#: Of course. I'll go there by boat on the Nile.
#Person2#: That'll be wonderful and interesting. How will you go to Egypt?
#Person1#: By air---by flight No. CA 808! My sister works on it! And then I'll be treated as a king!
#Person2#: Don't be so proud. I'll be off now. I wish you a good trip.
#Person1#: Oh, sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. | #Person2#'ll go to Egypt by flight and see the Pyramids by boat, while #Person1# cannot go anywhere because #Person2# failed the English written exam. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Frank, do you hear that strange noise?
#Person2#: Yes, I have noticed it for a while. It seems to be coming from the motor.
#Person1#: What shall we do?
#Person2#: I don't know. Perhaps if we slow it down we can stop at the next park place and check what is the matter.
#Person1#: OK, Let's do it.
#Person2#: Oh, it is burning hot, We have run out of water.
#Person1#: How is the motor itself? Is it OK?
#Person2#: I think it's all right. Let's wait till it cools down a bit. | #Person2#and Frank notice the strange noise coming from the motor due to lack of water. They decide to wait till it cools down. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you OK, Lily? You don't look very happy.
#Person2#: Oh, David. I had an argument with mum again. I'm not getting enough pocket money.
#Person1#: How much do you get?
#Person2#: Five pounds a week.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable to me.
#Person2#: Well, I'm 14 and if you are going to town shopping, you can never have enough money. Everything is so expensive.
#Person1#: But is it fair amount of money? Compare what your friends get.
#Person2#: Well, we all get the same. But I have to buy all my music things as well things for school and have hardly anything left to spend on clothes.
#Person1#: Right. Do you have to help around house?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: So you don't have to do anything for this pocket money.
#Person2#: Mum said if I did that I will never have time to do my school work.
#Person1#: Has she said you can have more pocket money when you are 15?
#Person2#: Well, Mum just says she'll decide when I'm ready to have more. And I've just got to wait.
#Person1#: Maybe you should sit down with her and say 'How can I prove that I am old enough to get more?'
#Person2#: So, I should talk to her again.
#Person1#: Yes, but don't argue with her. Just discuss it calmly.
#Person2#: OK, thanks. | Lily is unhappy because she argued with her mum about her lack of pocket money. #Person2# suggests Lily talk with her mom calmly. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Susan. Haven't seen you for ages. How are you getting along with your work?
#Person2#: Hi, David. Not so well as I expected. I've left my position. I can't bear the rudeness of my boss any longer.
#Person1#: What are you going to do then?
#Person2#: No idea. Anyway, I have to think about it seriously. And you, David?
#Person1#: I've been very successful as a dancer. I like this kind of life. It is so exciting.
#Person2#: You can't do it forever.
#Person1#: No, but I've decided to open a dance school once I'm over the top. Our younger dancers need better training.
#Person2#: That's a wonderful idea! | Susan and David tell each other about their current life. Susan has left her position and David has been successful as a dancer. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm sorry to tell you that you needn't come next week. You know sales of our company have been poor recently.
#Person2#: I've always worked hard. Would you be kind enough to give me a month time so that I can find a new job? | #Person2#sacks #Person1# due to the company's poor economy. #Person1# asks for one month to find a new job. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, well, I bought this tie last week for my husband's birthday, and er...well he doesn't like it. Could I change it for something else, such as a shirt or a hat?
#Person1#: Certainly, madam, provided that it hasn't been worn, and if you have the receipt.
#Person2#: Yes, here it is.
#Person1#: OK, er... this tie looks as if it were worn. I'm afraid I can't put that back on the shelf.
#Person2#: Oh, that's a pity. | #Person1# wants to change the tie she bought last week for something else, but #Person2#tells her she can't because it's worn. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What did you say?
#Person2#: I said that it's a lovely day. Why don't we go for a walk?
#Person1#: Can you wait a few minutes? I have to finish this letter.
#Person2#: Don't take too long. It would be a pity not to go out in such lovely weather.
#Person1#: I won't be long. No more than ten minutes. Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you at Lakeside Park.
#Person2#: Ok, I will. Look for me at the tea house in the park. | #Person1# suggests going for a walk because it's a lovely day. #Person2#'ll meet #Person1# at Lakeside Park after finishing a letter. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I feel absolutely horrible. My temperature is 41 degrees Celsius, and I've got a headache and a runny nose.
#Person2#: do you have any other symptoms?
#Person1#: I've also got a terrible stomach-ache. Is my face still swollen?
#Person2#: just a little. Has your toothache gone now?
#Person1#: yes, for the most part. It doesn't feel as bad as my other ailments, anyway.
#Person2#: how about your tongue? Does it still hurt?
#Person1#: no, the burn ointment seemed to take effect right away. I think it's already healed.
#Person2#: how did you get that burn again?
#Person1#: I scalded on the hot coffee a few days ago.
#Person2#: you haven't had much luck lately, have you?
#Person1#: no, but I'm sure I'll get better soon.
#Person2#: when's the last time you took your tablets?
#Person1#: I took the red ones just before lunch and the white ones just after lunch.
#Person2#: I think it's time you took another does of each. What would you like to drink with them?
#Person1#: just some water, please. Do you have any ointment for my nose? It feels so itchy after blowing my nose so much.
#Person2#: sure, I'll just go and get it now. what would you like to eat? Some soup?
#Person1#: that sounds good.
#Person2#: soup always makes me feel better when I'm sick. I hope it makes you feel better, too. | #Person2# feels horrible and tells #Person1# about #Person1#'s symptoms. #Person1# suggests it's time for #Person2# to take tablets, then #Person1#'ll get some ointment and some soup for #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I want to buy a shirt.
#Person2#: What color do you like?
#Person1#: A white one, please.
#Person2#: Maybe you could have a look at this one.
#Person1#: What's the size?
#Person2#: Large.
#Person1#: I think a medium one will do. | #Person1#'s assisting #Person2#in getting a shirt. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello,George! Haven't seen you for some time. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I've been away in Paris for the last two month. Glad to see you again.How are you doing?
#Person1#: Very well.Thank you. Did you have a good time there?
#Person2#: Yes, I had a wonderful time. | George tells #Person2# he came to Paris and had a good time there. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. Will you please keep an eye on my suitcase? I just want to make a phone call.
#Person2#: Certainly, but will it take long?
#Person1#: No, I'll be right back.
#Person2#: OK. I'll look after it then. | #Person2# will make a call and requests #Person1# to keep an eye on #Person1#'s suitcase. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I bought two expensive dictionaries here half an hour ago, but I forgot to take them with me.
#Person2#: Who served you, sir?
#Person1#: The lady who is standing behind the counter.
#Person2#: Which books did you buy?
#Person1#: The books which are on the counter.
#Person2#: Did you serve this gentleman half an hour ago, Karen? He says he's the man who bought these books.
#Person3#: I can't remember. The man whom I served was wearing a hat.
#Person2#: Have you got a hat, sir?
#Person1#: Yes, I have.
#Person2#: Would you put it on, please?
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Is this the man that you served, Karen?
#Person3#: Yes, I recognize him now. | #Person2# forgot to take the dictionaries he bought and comes back to get them. The lady who served him couldn't recognize him until he puts on his hat. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mary, do you remember when we met?
#Person2#: I won't ever forget it! I was sitting in the cafeteria all by myself. . .
#Person1#: And I came up and asked to sit by you. . .
#Person2#: Oh, it seems like it was just yesterday. | Mary remembers the moment when she and #Person2# met in the cafeteria. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Li.
#Person2#: Morning, Mike.
#Person1#: I'm sorry that I was absent yesterday.
#Person2#: I've already got your certificate for sick-leave. How do you feel today?
#Person1#: I feel much better now.
#Person2#: Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday?
#Person1#: I've already got it. Thanks.
#Person2#: I will explain it in detail in the next class. Could you preview it?
#Person1#: I will. | Mike was absent yesterday for sickness, so Miss Li asks him to preview the reading material. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: John, I'd like you to meet Charles Brown, our new manager at the airport.
#Person2#: Yes, certainly. How can I recognize him?
#Person1#: He is short, well-built, and he's got light blond hair.
#Person2#: Is there anything else?
#Person1#: He has a mustache, if I remember correctly, and a light complexion.
#Person2#: How old is he?
#Person1#: He is in his late thirties.
#Person2#: Well. I shouldn't have any trouble recognizing him. What time does his flight arrive?
#Person1#: At two thirty. | #Person2# asks John to meet the new manager at the airport and describes how the manager looks like. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How good are you at sports, Bill?
#Person2#: Are you kidding? I'm terrible! But I love to watch sports. I go to football or baseball games a lot. And I read sports magazines every week.
#Person1#: Wow!
#Person2#: Do you like sports, Janice?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I like to exercise. But I don't watch sports or buy sports magazines. I don't have much time to do those things.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. You know, we spend time doing different sports. How much time do you spend exercising?
#Person1#: Well, I guess I exercise about two hours a day. I do aerobics three times a week, and the other days I play badminton1 with my husband. I always feel good afterward.
#Person2#: That's great! I've heard people say that before.
#Person1#: Well, why don't you try to get some exercise? It's difficult, but very rewarding.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm too lazy to play sports, and I'm not good at anything either. It hardly excites me. | Bill doesn't like doing sports but loves to watch sports. Janice likes to exercise but she doesn't watch sports or buy sports magazines. She suggests Bill to get some exercise. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, Mary, where did you go over Spring Festival?
#Person2#: I went to Taiwan with my parents. And you Tom?
#Person1#: I just stay at home, and did my homework and some housework everyday.
#Person2#: Oh, poor you. Were your parents very busy then?
#Person1#: Yes, they were. So how was Taiwan, Mary?
#Person2#: What did you do there?
#Person1#: Oh, it was great. We flew there a few days before Spring Festival and stayed for about 10 days. We visited a lot of famous places, tried some of the local food and took a lot of photos. I can show them to you if you want.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd love to see them. So did you have fun?
#Person1#: Yes, it was a lot of fun. Taiwan is a beautiful place.
#Person2#: I've heard many people say that, too. I hope I can go there someday. | Mary went to Taiwan with her parents during the Spring Festival. Tom stayed at home and he hopes to go there someday. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I can't sleep, Lisa. I'm gonna call in sick tomorrow.
#Person2#: You should go to see the doctor. This is the third time this week you've stayed up all night. Are you alright?
#Person1#: I'm not sure anymore. I feel fine and I get tired when it gets late. But then I just stay awake.
#Person2#: I'll call doctor Choi at 9:00 to make an appointment.
#Person1#: I'm fine. I'll come to bed.
#Person2#: Please do. You only get a couple hours of sleep at most before you have to wake up for work.
#Person1#: I think I should stay home.
#Person2#: Are you stressed about something?
#Person1#: Yes. It's the new director. She is not a pleasant person to work for. 3 People have quit in the past 2 weeks. Everyone walks around the office scared and silent.
#Person2#: Why didn't you tell me this before?
#Person1#: I didn't want to bother you with it. I can't afford to quit without lining up another job.
#Person2#: I'm going to get that raise starting next month. So you should consider that too.
#Person1#: I did, but that still doesn't leave us anywhere near where we want to be.
#Person2#: I know times are tough. But we're going to get through this together. We just need to work together and see things through to the end.
#Person1#: Yeah, I guess the worst that can happen is that I have to keep working for that crazy woman for a while. | #Person2# has sleeping problems because #Person1#'s stressed about #Person1#'s new director who isn't a pleasant person to work for. Lisa tells #Person2# to consider quitting the job because she'll get a raise from next month. They'll work together to get through tough times. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Your admission card please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Sorry. Newspapers can't be taken away.
#Person2#: OK. If I want to read them, what should I do?
#Person1#: You can read them only in one of our reading rooms.
#Person2#: Alright.
#Person1#: Are those books yours?
#Person2#: Yes, these are for my father.
#Person1#: OK. It's done. Please check your record and deadline in the computer over there.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# checks #Person1#'s admission card and asks #Person1# to read the newspapers only in reading rooms. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Here we are.
#Person2#: Oh, the house looks nice. How long have you lived here?
#Person1#: About 50 years. My parents bought it when I was 13.
#Person2#: That's a long time. Why do you want to sell it?
#Person1#: My wife died last year and I sometimes feel lonely and I want to live with my children.
#Person2#: Where do they live?
#Person1#: In Los Angelus.
#Person2#: It's a wonderful place. I like it very much.
#Person1#: I know, but it's much more crowded and noisy than this small town.
#Person2#: Well, how much do you want?
#Person1#: 112 thousand dollars.
#Person2#: That's a lot of money, but it's worth it. | #Person2# shows the house to #Person1# and wants to sell it for 112 thousand dollars. #Person1# thinks it's expensive but worthwhile. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mother's birthday is getting close. Have you thought about what to buy for her this year?
#Person2#: Oh, I totally forgot. It's already May tenth. Her birthday is the day after tomorrow, right?
#Person1#: Yes, I will get mom a beautiful dress. It will make her look younger. What do you want to buy?
#Person2#: Since you will buy her a dress, I'll buy her something else. What do you think of a pair of shoes?
#Person1#: Do you know what size she wears? It may not fit her if she doesn't try them on first.
#Person2#: You're right. Do you have any suggestions?
#Person1#: Well, she saw a handbag when I was shopping with her last week. She seemed to like it very much.
#Person2#: Why didn't she buy it?
#Person1#: She couldn't accept the price, but she really liked it.
#Person2#: How about going downtown tomorrow morning? We can get the present for her there.
#Person1#: OK. | The birthday of #Person2# and #Person1#'s mother is the day after tomorrow. #Person2# will get her a beautiful dress and suggests #Person1# get mom a handbag which she seemed to like it very much. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, so when is the next train to New York City?
#Person1#: Let me see, the train to New York City. Here it is, daily except Sunday, at 10:30, 12:20 and 3:10.
#Person2#: Are there any trains before 10:30?
#Person1#: Sorry, not before 10:30.
#Person2#: Then went to New York at 10:30.
#Person1#: One way or round trip?
#Person2#: A one-way.
#Person1#: A soft seat or hard one?
#Person2#: How much is a solved?
#Person1#: $15, and for a hard one, only $6.
#Person2#: Then one heart seat, please.
#Person1#: Ok, here is your change. The train leaves on platform 8. | #Person2# helps #Person1# get a hard-seat one-way train ticket to New York City at 10:30. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What about coming over on Sunday afternoon for a baseball party?
#Person2#: A baseball party? What's that?
#Person1#: This Sunday's baseball game is pretty important. So I'm inviting some people from our class over to my place to watch it.
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I'm afraid I can't. My brother is coming back from Mexico City. I have to pick him up at the airport.
#Person1#: That's too bad. Well, how about coming over after you get back from the airport?
#Person2#: OK, that's great idea. Can I bring anything?
#Person1#: Whatever you like to drink. We'll order a pizza for dinner.
#Person2#: That's good. | #Person2# invites #Person1# to join a baseball party. #Person1# will come after getting back from the airport. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey Jack. Guess what? The school's closed today because of the heavy snow.
#Person2#: Are you sure?
#Person1#: Of course, Marcus in our class called me just now. He said it was announced on the radio at 6:30 this morning. I've had a look on the Internet and your closing lots of schools in the area because of the danger of traveling by road.
#Person2#: That means I don't need to study math, but I don't want to stay at home all day. Why don't we get a load of people together for a big snowball fight?
#Person1#: Good idea. | The school's closed because of the heavy snow. #Person2# and Jack decide to get a load of people together for a big snowball fight. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Lin's office supplies. How may I direct your call?
#Person2#: Marry Lin please.
#Person1#: Sure, just a moment.... I'm sorry no one answer the phone.
#Person2#: All right, could I leave a message?
#Person1#: Certainly!
#Person2#: Please ask her to call John. | #Person1# directs #Person2# to Marry Lin but no one answers, so #Person2# leaves a message. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: My name is Sue. How do you do, Mr. Black?
#Person2#: I'm glad to meet you, Sue. Please have a seat.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir.
#Person2#: We've looked over your letter and resume and I'm very satisfied with them. Today I want to invite you talk about insurance you're interested in.
#Person1#: Thank you. I wonder whether I can enjoy the life insurance and health insurance.
#Person2#: Of course. A two-week paid vacation a year, a five-day workweek.
#Person1#: Good. Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes. All the insurance will be linked with your work. We will issue an insurance policy.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. | Mr. Black is satisfied with Sue's resume and confirms Sue can enjoy the life and health insurance. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: When were you Bron may I ask?
#Person2#: On 20th May 1963.
#Person1#: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar?
#Person2#: 27th day of the fourth month.
#Person1#: By the way, could you tell me when the film will begin?
#Person2#: It will begin at 5 thirty.
#Person1#: I am frigid I can't be there on time.
#Person2#: You can see it tomorrow.
#Person1#: I don't want to miss it today.
#Person2#: See you.
#Person1#: See you. | #Person1# asks #Person2#'s birthday and the beginning time of a film. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: David, do you think we are lucky to have the weekend?
#Person2#: Definitely. I need to have enough time to have a rest on this weekend. We worked like bees in the whole working days.
#Person1#: I agree with you. What do you want to do, except sleeping?
#Person2#: Let me think. Oh, awful! I still have not finished the chart which was assigned by Mr. Wharton on Friday. So that task will make my busy.
#Person1#: I am better. I will go out to have a visit to my aunt. Why don't we have fun on weekend?
#Person2#: So what? | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing their weekend plans. #Person1# will visit #Person1#'s aunt and #Person2# will finish #Person2#'s work. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: In spring, people are feeling refreshed. They take off their heavy winter clothes and walk with a straight back and light steps. They feel they are full of spirits and energy.
#Person2#: Women in particular. They are anxious to get rid of those thick and clumsy winter suits and put on their new fashionable spring dress.
#Person1#: Well, when summer comes, the weather is hot and the leaves turn darkgreen ; the sun is blazing and the air is threatening. No one would like to stay in the open air for long.
#Person2#: That's true. In summer, the first place people want to go is a spacious room with air-conditioning or a quiet river or swimming pool.
#Person1#: I myself like very much to listen to the singing of some of the insects, especially the singing of cicadas.
#Person2#: In autumn, almost all fruits are ripe and all crops are waiting to be harvested.
#Person1#: And you can hear singing and laughing everywhere! People are happy in autumn because autumn brings them harvest and richness and prosperity!
#Person2#: Well, winter is a season for relaxation, do you agree with me?
#Person1#: Well, it's hard to say. For the fields and rivers, winter is a relaxing season, but for farmers, I think they might take a rest physically, but mentally they are still busy thinking, planning and calculating for the working of the next year.
#Person2#: Maybe you are right. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the four seasons of a year. They think people feel refreshed in spring, summer is hot, autumn brings people harvest and richness, and prosperity, and winter is a relaxing season. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey Lydia, what are you reading?
#Person2#: I'm looking at my horoscope for this month! My outlook is very positive. It says that I should take a vacation to someplace exotic, and that I will have a passionate summer fling!
#Person1#: What are you talking about? Let me see that. . . What are horoscopes?
#Person2#: It's a prediction of your month, based on your zodiac sign. You have a different sign for the month and date you were born in. I was born on April 15th, so I'm an Aries. When were you born?
#Person1#: January 5th.
#Person2#: Let's see. . . you're a Capricorn. It says that you will be feeling stress at work, but you could see new, exciting developments in your love life. Looks like we'll both have interesting summers!
#Person1#: That's bogus. I don't feel any stress at work, and my love life is practically nonexistent. This zodiac stuff is all a bunch of nonsense.
#Person2#: No, it's not, your astrology sign can tell you a lot about your personality. See? It says that an Aries is energetic and loves to socialize.
#Person1#: Well, you certainly match those criteria, but they're so broad they could apply to anyone. What does it say about me?
#Person2#: A Capricorn is serious-minded and practical. She likes to do things in conventional ways. That sounds just like you! | Lydia is looking at her horoscope and tells #Person1# a horoscope is a prediction of one's month based on one's zodiac sign. #Person1# does not believe in horoscopes and thinks the criteria of the astrology sign are so broad and they could apply to anyone. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: does your family have a record of your ancestors?
#Person2#: sure. My mom has been working on our family tree for years. She's always updating it.
#Person1#: do you have a copy of your family tree in your house? I'd love to see it.
#Person2#: I can show it to you now, if you like. I think it goes back about 8 generations so far.
#Person1#: that's amazing. Do you have a large extended family?
#Person2#: I'Ve got 30 cousins on my mom's side and 10 cousins on my dad's side.
#Person1#: are you very close to your first-cousins?
#Person2#: the ones that are my age are close relatives. Now that I'm older, I don't spend as much time with them as I used to, so I don't know my younger cousins as well as the older ones.
#Person1#: I see. who's the head of your household?
#Person2#: it's definitely my mother. And, her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family.
#Person1#: that's interesting. What does your grandfather think of your step-mother?
#Person2#: at first, she was quite critical of her, but now that they'Ve been married for a few years, she's starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother.
#Person1#: that's pretty much how you feel about your step-mother. Like grandmother, like grandson. | #Person2#'s mom has been working on #Person2#'s family tree and #Person2# shows the family tree to #Person1#. #Person2# has a large extended family and #Person2#'s mother is the head of #Person2#'s household. #Person2# also mentions #Person1#'s grandmother's starting to accept #Person1#'s step-mother. #Person1# thinks #Person2# feels the same as #Person2#'s grandmother. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I can't attend the meeting in Washington. I'Ve proposed you as the most able substitute.
#Person2#: But I'Ve never been on a business trip before!
#Person1#: It's easy enough. Just make sure you keep track of all your expenses. The accounting department will reimburse you for all your meals and travel expenses.
#Person2#: So the company will pay for everything?
#Person1#: Yes, but when you send in your expense report, you also have to file a report summarizing your trip. It's not just a big vacation, you know.
#Person2#: That sounds good. But what do you want me to do there?
#Person1#: I'Ve already paved the way. You just have to give a presentation on what our products are. I will do the follow-up and close the sale. | #Person1# can't attend a meeting in Washington and asks #Person2# to go and introduce their products instead. #Person1# then gives #Person2# some tips of the trip and the reimbursement. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I have my money back on this skirt?
#Person2#: Anything wrong with it?
#Person1#: Yes, this is defective. See? I didn't notice this hole when I bought it.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm very sorry about that. You can change it for another one if you prefer.
#Person1#: If you have exactly the same one-same color, same design, and same size, of course.
#Person2#: This one is the same size and color. But the design is different. | #Person1# requests a refund as the skirt #Person1# bought is defective. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can change it but the same design is out of stock. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Juliet, I'm treating Mr. Li and his team members from Galp to dinner tomorrow evening. Where do you think I should take them?
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Li has very good taste in wine, and Galp is one of the biggest clients. I suggest you take them to a decent French restaurant. Make sure you make a very good impression.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. Which one do you recommend? The Pairszone?
#Person2#: Or Lapis. They are both listed this year glory magazine for have most of frantic Fetch cuisine in town. But I heard Lapis has a better wine selection.
#Person1#: We'll go to the place. Could you book a table for 4 at 7 PM?
#Person2#: Sure. | #Person1# asks Juliet for suggestions about where to treat clients to dinner. Juliet recommends a decent French restaurant with a good wine selection. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Dad, what are we doing tonight for fun?
#Person2#: We're going over to Mrs. Smith's place to help her with her yard work.
#Person1#: Yard work? I said'what are we doing for fun', not work!
#Person2#: It will be fun. And besides, you'll be in the best company.
#Person1#: Dad. You're so cute. What do I need to do to help get ready?
#Person2#: You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car.
#Person1#: Jeans and a tee shirt, right?
#Person2#: Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool. | #Person1# and #Person2# will help Mrs. Smith with her yard work tonight. #Person2# tells #Person1# what to prepare. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How do we do timesheets here?
#Person2#: They are actually fairly straightforward. Do you know where the blanks are kept?
#Person1#: Yes, I already have one.
#Person2#: OK, well after you take one out of that second drawer, you put your name on the top. Do you see?
#Person1#: I am kind of confused.
#Person2#: Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them. Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock?
#Person1#: I'm not quite sure.
#Person2#: Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in, make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes. Do you understand?
#Person1#: No, I have no idea what you are talking about.
#Person2#: It's easy, just write in the hours, total it, sign it, and put it in the box.
#Person1#: Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: Try it and if you can't do it, one of us can always help you later. | #Person2# teaches #Person1# to do timesheets. #Person1# feels confused but grateful. #Person2# encourages #Person1# to try and are willing to help later. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I need to get my prescription filled.
#Person2#: You may pick it up in twenty minutes.
#Person1#: If I wanted to, could I have it mailed to me?
#Person2#: Yes, and you can renew this prescription by phone.
#Person1#: Are there any special instructions about this medication?
#Person2#: Take it three times a day.
#Person1#: Can I take it with food?
#Person2#: You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol.
#Person1#: Are there any side effects with this medication?
#Person2#: You might get a little dizzy, but that is it. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person1#'s prescription. #Person2# tells #Person1# the instructions and side effects of taking the medicine. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. I was wondering how to order office supplies.
#Person2#: We have a requisition form on the company web site. What type of supplies do you need?
#Person1#: I need paper, ink cartridges, and paper clips.
#Person2#: How quickly will you need your supplies?
#Person1#: I need all of my supplies right away.
#Person2#: We also will have to check your department budget. Do you know how much money you have for office supplies?
#Person1#: I will check to see what my budget is.
#Person2#: Would you like these supplies delivered or would you like to pick them up?
#Person1#: Please deliver them to my office.
#Person2#: Fine, well just send the form to us and we will let you know as soon as your supplies come in. Have a good day!
#Person1#: Thank you! | #Person1# asks #Person2# how to order office supplies. #Person2# asks #Person1# several questions about #Person1#'s order and tells #Person1# to send a requisition form. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Thank you, 175 yuan.
#Person2#: Here you go.
#Person1#: Here is your change and your receipt. Do you have goods unpaid on you, sir
#Person2#: No, I don't think so.
#Person1#: I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look.
#Person2#: There must be a mistake.
#Person1#: Sorry, sir, it's my job to make sure the goods are paid.
#Person2#: Wait, can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor. I think they forgot to demagnetize it.
#Person1#: Sure. Ah. . . That's the problem. Have you paid for it
#Person2#: Of course I did. Here is the receipt.
#Person1#: Let me see. . . Oh, I am awfully sorry sir.
#Person2#: That's all right. | #Person1# checks if #Person2# has anything unpaid. #Person2# thinks they forgot to demagnetize a pair of sunglasses and shows #Person1# the receipt. #Person1# feel sorry. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Welcome to ABC electronics. First, let me go over what we do in the department during a typical workday.
#Person2#: Ok. I understand that we basically work from 8 thirty to 5 thirty with an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1, right?
#Person1#: That's right, although we do expect you to do a little overtime if there's something important to do. The lunch break is flexible. You can go a little earlier or a little later if you prefer.
#Person2#: That's fine. Is it OK to have a coffee break during the working day?
#Person1#: Of course. The main thing is that all our work must be completed on schedule. We even allow our employee to go home early if they finish their work early.
#Person2#: How often do you have meetings?
#Person1#: You should attend a department meeting every Monday morning. There are other meetings for people working together on certain projects. Department heads also attend an interdepartmental meeting each week.
#Person2#: I'Ve met some of my colleagues already. I'm sure we'll get on well together.
#Person1#: You are entitled to a company car. Have you seen it yet?
#Person2#: I was told to take a look at it this afternoon and take care of all the paperwork.
#Person1#: Ok. This is your cubicle. At first, you'll be responsible to me. Later, you'll be working more independently.
#Person2#: That's fine. I need to learn how you do things here first. Salaries are paid directly in to our bank account, aren't they?
#Person1#: That's right. Make sure you give the accounts department all your bank account details as soon as possible. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the schedule during a typical workday in their department. #Person1# tells #Person2# about working hours and frequency of different meetings. #Person2# is entitled to a company car and #Person2#'ll be responsible to #Person1# at first. The salaries are paid into the company's account. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Which university did you graduate from?
#Person2#: I graduated from Hebes University.
#Person1#: What subject did you major in at university?
#Person2#: I majored in Economics.
#Person1#: Tell me about the courses of your major in university.
#Person2#: I take more than 50 courses in university, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, marketing principles, sales management, statistics, and so on.
#Person1#: How did you get on with your studies in university?
#Person2#: I did well in university. I was one of the top students in the class.
#Person1#: What subject did you minor in?
#Person2#: I didn't minor in any subject when I was in university, but I attended English and computer courses. And I am currently studying finance in a training school. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s university, major, courses, how #Person2# gets on with the studies, and minor. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. How much for a two liter bottle of Coke?
#Person2#: 87 cents.
#Person1#: How come so cheap?
#Person2#: It's on sale this week.
#Person1#: I'll take one. And here is a dollar.
#Person2#: Here's your change.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a two liters bottle of Coke. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I have some good news for you. We've decided we'd like to send you to Shanghai on a business trip this weekend.
#Person2#: Oh.
#Person1#: Don't you think that it'd be a good thing for you to get out of the office foe a couple of days?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this. Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you. All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm.
#Person2#: The train? Will I be flying back then?
#Person1#: Oh, no. We've bought your return ticket for you. I think you'll find it comfortable.
#Person2#: Will the train be very crowded?
#Person1#: Oh no. the train hasn't been crowded at all recently. Besides, you're in first-class, so you'll be fine.
#Person2#: When is the first meeting then?
#Person1#: They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9
#Person2#: Where will I be staying?
#Person1#: We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings, so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system.
#Person2#: That's very sensible. Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip?
#Person1#: That's not a problem. Have a nap if you can. You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip. | #Person1# wants to send #Person2# to Shanghai on a business trip. #Person2# will travel by train, have the first meeting at 9, and stay in a room of the same hotel as the meetings. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon, need any help?
#Person2#: My name is Liu Wei. I have booked a ticket to Boston three days before.
#Person1#: That's right and your flight number is CA621.
#Person2#: But now I want to make a change. Please cancel this flight and transfer me to flight GB105.
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Flight GB105 is one to Milan, are you sure of your change?
#Person2#: Yes. | #Person1# helps Liu Wei to transfer from flight CA621 to flight GB105. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you remember to bring the tennis balls?
#Person2#: No, I didn't...
#Person1#: What! I thought you said you'd bring some. How are we going to play without them?
#Person2#: Well, the ones I had were very old and I know you'd only get cross if we played with them. So I phoned Janet. She's just bought some new tennis balls. She'll be along in a few minutes then well be able to play. | #Person1# complains #Person2# didn't bring the tennis balls. #Person1# explains Janet'll come and bring some new balls. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, this is Spa Heaven. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Well, basically, I think I'm too tired and looking for some way to relax.
#Person1#: OK, sure. Did you know that we recently have a special offer which allows non-members to use our facilities without having to pay the membership fee?
#Person2#: Oh, that's great.
#Person1#: Yeah, but the offer is just until the end of this month. Anyway, let me tell you a little about the facilities at Spa Heaven, and you can decide what interests you. First, we have a fitness center where you can have a weight training so that you can lose some weight.
#Person2#: And that sounds good, but I'm not really interested in getting fit. I just want to get rid of my tiredness and be energetic.
#Person1#: In that case, you may be interested in our sports facilities...
#Person2#: Mm, well, I like to go swimming and I find that helps me relax. Do you have any swimming facilities at your place?
#Person1#: Certainly. We have two 25-meter pools here.
#Person2#: Can you tell me how much that costs?
#Person1#: Well, for non-members, it costs just $10 for each time.
#Person2#: I think I need to do something more relaxing, though, you know, like meditation. Do you have anything like that?
#Person1#: Well, meditation is part of our yoga classes, which we have every day. And during the special offer period, non-members can take part for just $35 per class.
#Person2#: OK, thanks very much for your help. I'll come down this afternoon and arrange a yoga class.
#Person1#: Sure, I'm looking forward to seeing you then. | #Person2# wants to find some way to relax at the Spa Heaven. #Person1# tells #Person2# there is a special offer that allows non-members to use the facilities until the end of this month and introduces the facilities such as fitness center, swimming facilities, and yoga classes. #Person2# will arrange a yoga class. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tony, we should have a look at the schools before deciding where we move. Our daughter needs to have a good education.
#Person2#: I've got some information about some schools in Brighton from the district office.
#Person1#: Good. It appears there are five high schools-three state schools and two private.
#Person2#: I would like our child to go to a state school. Simon Grammar School is very good. About 80% of their students go on to university. And the Brighton Art School is even better with the number of students reaching 90%. George High School isn't so good. Only 38%.
#Person1#: Well, it seems Brighton Art School is a good choice. | #Person1# and #Person2# compares different schools before deciding where they move because their daughter needs a good education. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Please turn off the lights, Harry.
#Person2#: Why? What's the matter? I want to read the paper.
#Person1#: If we turn on too many lights, all the electricity in the house will go off.
#Person2#: Now who told you that?
#Person1#: Our new neighbor Mr. Smith.
#Person2#: Mr. Smith? When did he come to our home?
#Person1#: I had to go to his home and ask for help today.
#Person2#: What was wrong?
#Person1#: When I turned on the washing machine, all the lights went out.
#Person2#: Well, did he take care of it for you?
#Person1#: Yes, but he said it would take a lot more work to do a really good job.
#Person2#: What does he mean by a really good job?
#Person1#: He said we need new electric wires throughout the house and a lot of other things.
#Person2#: Did he tell you how much it would cost?
#Person1#: Yes, about a thousand dollars.
#Person2#: A thousand dollars? That's a lot of money. And just when we need to get some work done on our car, too. | #Person1# tells Harry Mr. Smith said if they turn on too many lights, the electricity will go off. #Person1# asked Mr. Smith for help today and he suggested #Person1# change electric wires. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Have you booked a table, madam?
#Person2#: Yes, we've booked one for two. The name is Morrison.
#Person1#: Oh, yes, we have the table for you near the group. This way, please.
#Person2#: The music group? I can't stand the noisy places. Now where's the menu?
#Person1#: It's on the wall, madam, on the blackboard.
#Person2#: Indeed. I suppose you can't afford proper menus.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, madam, but that's what we always do.
#Person2#: Oh, If I weren't so hungry, I would leave immediately. | #Person2# has booked a table in #Person1#'s restaurant but she is unsatisfied with the table location and the menu. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Dad, Dad. What's for breakfast?
#Person2#: Emmmm...
#Person1#: Dad?
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: What's for breakfast?
#Person2#: Uh, there's a banana on the kitchen counter. Enjoy.
#Person1#: Dad, that banana's all bruised, and it looks like the cat took a bite out of it last night ... Dad. Wake up.
#Person2#: Okay. Uh, there's some cereal in the cupboard. Help yourself.
#Person1#: But there's no milk.
#Person2#: Well, just mix up some powered milk.
#Person1#: Ah, no way. That stuff is nasty and warm. Come on, Dad.
#Person2#: Uh, okay. I guess I could make some pancakes.
#Person1#: Uh, no. The last time you made pancakes, they were as hard as a rock. Even the dog wouldn't touch them.
#Person2#: That bad?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Alrigh. Wait! Why in the world are we having this conversation anyway? You're 19 years old. Make your own breakfast. I'm going back to bed.
#Person1#: Because you love me ... plus you said that you'd make something for me if I cleaned the dishes last night.
#Person2#: Okay. How about some eggs and bacon? I can't go wrong there.
#Person1#: Okay, but don't put any of that funny stuff in it ... you know, those weird mushrooms like you did last time.
#Person2#: Okay, okay. So, you want me to keep things simple, right?
#Person1#: Exactly. But, please hurry. My friend is picking me up in a few minutes.
#Person2#: On a Saturday morning?
#Person1#: Yeah. He's taking me fishing.
#Person2#: Fishing? Since when did you start liking fishing?
#Person1#: Since Dirk gave me this ring! What do you think?
#Person2#: What? Wait. I'm not going to ask. Let me get breakfast on the table ... Then, we'll have a long chat.
#Person1#: Oh, he's here. I'll just take the $20 bill out of your wallet. I can buy breakfast on the way. Bye.
#Person2#: Oh, no! | #Person1# asks #Person2# to get up and make breakfast, but #Person2# asks #Person1# to cook #Person1#'s breakfast. #Person1# reminds #Person2# that #Person2# has promised to make something for #Person1#. #Person1# hurries #Person2# up because #Person1#'s friend will pick #Person1# up soon, but #Person2# wants to have a chat with #Person1# because Dirk gave #Person1# a ring. #Person1# says they will buy breakfast on the way and leave. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Does Jane still play the violin?
#Person2#: Yes. She's practising it every day.
#Person1#: You should be happy then.
#Person2#: Yeah. It's Bob that's worried about. He really wants to buy drums. But he thinks we spent all that money on the guitar and he has hardly used it. | Jane keeps practicing the violin but Bob has hardly used the guitar and now wants a drum. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Yes, come in please, Susan.
#Person2#: Would you please sign this contract, sir?
#Person1#: Here you go.
#Person2#: Thanks. Is there anything I can do for you, sir?
#Person1#: No, not for now...Oh, yes, there's one thing. I almost forgot.
#Person2#: What is it, sir?
#Person1#: Please help me book an air ticket to France.
#Person2#: When would you like to leave. sir?
#Person1#: Better next Monday morning.
#Person2#: First class or economy class?
#Person1#: First class.
#Person2#: Do you need a hotel reservation?
#Person1#: Yes, please. I will stay there for two nights.
#Person2#: Yes, sir. | Susan asks #Person1# to sign a contract and will help #Person1# book an air ticket and a hotel room. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Miss Stewart, I wonder if you could give me some advice about where to go and what to see in the city?
#Person2#: How many days do you have, Mr. Ross?
#Person1#: We have three more days. We're leaving on Friday.
#Person2#: Have you taken a bus tour? That's the best way to get to know the city.
#Person1#: Not yet. But we hear that it's worth doing.
#Person2#: Absolutely. And I think you should really visit the science museum while you are here. It's fascinating. Have you been there yet?
#Person1#: No, we're going there tomorrow afternoon.
#Person2#: Well, you'll love it.
#Person1#: I'm sure we will.
#Person2#: What about the zoo? Have you been there yet?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. That was lovely. It's one of the nicest zoos I've ever seen. Even better than San Diego's.
#Person2#: And if you're interested in art, you should visit the National Art Gallery. It has a famous collections of Italian paintings.
#Person1#: Yes. I've read about that. We should try to get there while we are here.
#Person2#: And don't forget to try some of the local restaurants. The seafood is great here.
#Person1#: Yes, it certainly is! Last night we had fantastic clams. Say, would you like to join us for dinner tonight? My wife would like very much to meet you.
#Person2#: That'd be lovely. Thank you. | Mr. Ross asks Miss Stewart to give some advice about visiting the city. Miss Stewart suggests #Person1# take a bus tour and visit the zoo, the science museum, and the National Art Gallery, and try some local restaurants. Mr. Ross is grateful and invites Miss Stewart for dinner. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: The plants next to the window always look brown. You wouldn't know by looking at them that I water them every week.
#Person2#: Maybe they don't like direct sunlight. I had the same problem with some of my plants. And a little shade helps them immensely. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# keep the plants from direct sunlight. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I don't understand how the inventor earns money from the invention. After all, anyone can copy and sell it. Really, what is a patent? A piece of paper? A philosophy? You can't see it.
#Person2#: I am glad you asked that. Actually when an inventor has a patent, it's enforceable by the laws in the country where the inventor developed the invention. If anyone makes and sells the product then the inventor can take them to civil court.
#Person1#: What can the inventor expect to receive if he sues and wins?
#Person2#: Well, there are different things the court could do, but there's no guarantee. There's a good chance the court could award him compensation and orders to stop the manufacture and sale of goods. It may well be that the goods would be ordered to be destroyed.
#Person1#: Can the other person being sued do anything to help themselves?
#Person2#: That's the beauty of the whole thing. Ignorance of the law doesn't count, I'm afraid. However, the other person can counter-sue pretending that they were actually the original inventor.
#Person1#: You said the inventor is protected by the laws of the country. Is everything equal? Do all countries have the same law?
#Person2#: No, they're not all equal. You're right. It's only in theory. It is being worked on. The World Trade Organization has developed an agreement, Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, which makes sure that the patent is valid for 20 years.
#Person1#: That doesn't make sense. Twenty years is a long time.
#Person2#: Actually, it does. It's believed that inventors make and sell goods faster after they register the patent because there's a 20-year limitation on the patent. On the other hand, other inventors can use the information the inventor disclosed when the product was registered. Giving the information is all part of the deal.
#Person1#: Cool. | #Person2# tells #Person1# what a patent is and the court can award the inventor's compensation and orders to stop the manufacture and sale of goods. The other person can counter-sue pretending that they were the original inventor and a patent is valid for 20 years. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Okay. Mr. Smith. Let's begin your road test.
#Person2#: Oh. I know I'm ready. I've been practicing in my driveway all week.
#Person1#: Okay. Mr. Smith. As I'm sure you are aware, you will not only be tested on your knowledge of the rules of the road, but on your behavior toward other motorists.
#Person2#: Okey-dokey.
#Person1#: Okay. Now you can start your car.
#Person2#: Yeah, right. Here we go!
#Person1#: Whoa! Take it easy. The speed limit in this business district is only 25 miles an hour. [Oh]. All right. Now, turn right at the next corner... [This corner?] Na, not here! Wow! You forgot to signal too!
#Person2#: Gosh. I didn't see that one, and... Ah, Could you grab my cell phone under my seat. [Huh?] Nah, I'll get it.
#Person1#: Oh, Mr. Smith. Keep your eyes on the road!
#Person2#: Oh yeah.
#Person1#: Okay. Now, pull over here and show me that you can parallel park.
#Person2#: Sure. Wait. Hey bud. Move your car. I was here first!
#Person1#: Ah. Forget it. Just keep driving.
#Person2#: So, how am I doing? Can I just take a peek at your notes?
#Person1#: No! And, uh, watch out. Mr. Smith. Now you're tailgating the vehicle in front of us.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. I'm just so excited about getting my license today. [Right.].
#Person1#: Okay. Now carefully, CAREFULLY turn right here, and wait, wait, WAIT... STOP!! You almost hit that pedestrian. How in the world did you pass the written test anyway? [Well...]You have to give way to any pedestrians crossing the street. Jeez!
#Person2#: Oh. sorry about that. It won't happen again. [Car screeching to a stop...]
#Person1#: Whoa! Get out! [What?] Get out! I'm driving back to the office.
#Person2#: Does this mean I didn't pass the test?
#Person1#: Look, Mr. Smith. Could you do me a favor? When you come back to take the test again, plan on coming on Friday.
#Person2#: Again? Why? Is it less crowded that day?
#Person1#: No. It's my day off. | Mr. Smith is taking a road test to get his driving license. During the test, Mr. Smith forgets the speed limit and forgets to signal. He doesn't keep his eyes on the road. He is tailgating a vehicle and almost hits a pedestrian. He doesn't pass the test and #Person1# asks him to take it again when #Person1# is off. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, May, look, Is that the the poster of the movie we saw yesterday?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. That's the poster of the The Witch.
#Person1#: May, I really regret watching it with you last night.
#Person2#: Did it scare you?
#Person1#: Of course not. I just thought the movie was... boring.
#Person2#: Boring? Come on, you clutched to my arm all the time.
#Person1#: Well, I admit. The ghosts were scary.
#Person2#: I like scary movies.
#Person1#: That's Gucci's influence. I love science fiction movies!
#Person2#: Of course you do. They are silly stories just for little kids like you.
#Person1#: Don't call me kid. I am a grownup.
#Person2#: Do you dare watch scary movies with me tonight?
#Person1#: Of course! I can watch them without you!
#Person2#: Oh, really? | #Person2# regrets watching the movie with May and admits that it was scary. #Person1# loves science fiction movies, while May likes scary movies. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How are you going all these days?
#Person2#: Fine, thanks.
#Person1#: But you look depressed.
#Person2#: I have some problem with my work.
#Person1#: Is it serious?
#Person2#: I can solve it, thanks.
#Person1#: How about your family?
#Person2#: Everything is Okay. And as soon as I see my son at home, all my worries vanish into the blue. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# has some problem with work but it's not serious. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: If you like you can try it on. The fitting room is in the corner.
#Person2#: OK. What do you think of it?
#Person1#: I think it fits you. It flatters your figure.
#Person2#: I think so. But can I try another one? I don't like the color. | #Person1# thinks a piece of clothing fits #Person2# but #Person2# dislikes its color. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: it's my treat this time. Could we get the bill?
#Person2#: here you go.
#Person1#: here's $35 for the meal, and this fruit is for you.
#Person2#: Oh, Miss Wang, it's usually customary to tip money.
#Person1#: but money's so impersonal. And besides, people don't eat enough fruit nowadays.
#Person2#: you have a good point. And it's very unique. I really like mango anyway. Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: well, it looks like you've reinvented the tip! | Miss Wang pays the bill and gives a mango as the tip to #Person2#. #Person2# likes it. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You're not going to believe what happened today. You've got to promise to keep it to yourself.
#Person2#: Sure, what gives?
#Person1#: Today Mr. Leo threw Sally out of class!
#Person2#: On the level?
#Person1#: I'll say. I knew Sally would finally show her true colors. When she got her final test results back from Mr. Leo, she started yelling at him. You should have heard her. I've never seen anyone get so upset before. To make a long story short, it seems that Mr. Leo failed her because he caught her cheating.
#Person2#: That's no laughing matter. That means she'll have to take the whole course again. I can't believe she's going to have to start from the beginning.
#Person1#: It serves her right! | #Person1# tells #Person2# that Sally yelled at Mr. Leo after she got her final test results as it seems that Mr.Leo failed her because she cheated. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm going to buy a new living room set.
#Person2#: Where are you going to buy one?
#Person1#: I'm really not sure.
#Person2#: You like my living room set, don't you?
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: I found mine at IKEA.
#Person1#: Are they expensive?
#Person2#: Everything I got from IKEA cost me a couple thousand.
#Person1#: Is the furniture crafted well?
#Person2#: The furniture isn't built cheap.
#Person1#: I'll pay the money, as long as I'm getting what I pay for.
#Person2#: You will feel comfortable paying the money. | #Person2# recommend #Person1# to buy #Person1#'s living room set from IKEA. Its goods are expensive but crafted well. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How many cleaning ladies does your company hire?
#Person2#: We have two cleaning ladies. But both of them have received little education.
#Person1#: Most cleaning ladies are illiterate. But some of them do a very nice job.
#Person2#: But I actually dislike another lady. She is more capable and seems to have ideas of her own. But the trouble is she isa backseat driver with some of us. She would tell you what to do and where to put things. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about their company's two cleaning ladies, and #Person2# dislikes the one who is a backseat driver. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I need to buy a new refrigerator today.
#Person1#: Were you looking at a particular refrigerator?
#Person2#: I like that Kenmore refrigerator.
#Person1#: This particular refrigerator is a very good choice.
#Person2#: Tell me about it.
#Person1#: Not only is it affordable, but it comes with all the appliances.
#Person2#: What are the appliances.
#Person1#: It has an ice maker, water dispenser, and plenty of room on the inside.
#Person2#: I'd like to see it for myself.
#Person1#: Go right ahead.
#Person2#: I like what I see. | #Person1# recommends an affordable refrigerator with all the appliances to #Person1#. #Person1# sees it and likes it. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, you look upset. What's up?
#Person2#: I haven't been sleeping well, recently.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: I tried to go to bed early, but I just couldn't fall asleep in bed with the other girls' lights on, and noises now and then. I'm a light sleeper.
#Person1#: I understand, I used to live in a dorm with 3 People. It was great in some aspects. We always went out and had fun together. But on the other hand, when I wanted some quiet time they kept talking and laughing aloud. It was really painful.
#Person2#: Living in a dorm means that you have to learn to be considerate of others.
#Person1#: Yeah, but you can at least talk with them and find a solution.
#Person2#: Ok. Maybe I really should have a talk with them about this matter. | #Person2# says #Person2# hasn't been sleeping well recently with other girls' lights on and noises. #Person1# suggests #Person2# talk about this problem with them. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Don't worry about your train sickness. I have brought some tablets with me that prevent train sickness. Here, take this one now. I'm sure you'll be alright on the train.
#Person2#: It's very kind of you. By the way where is the dining car?
#Person1#: The dining car is next to the sleeping car. Shall we eat our meals in the dining car?
#Person2#: The attendant will bring some food here. But since the dining car is next to this carriage, we may just as well eat there.
#Person1#: That's alright. How beautiful the scenery is. Look at the vast stretches of green fields.
#Person2#: But it looks lovely only at this time of the year. It's rather dull and lonely in winter.
#Person1#: That's why I prefer to travel in the summer and autumn.
#Person2#: Me, too. I love summer, though it is hot.
#Person1#: The train's pulling in. Do we have time to get offen stretch our legs?
#Person2#: You may go out if you want. The train will stop for 1/4 of an hour before it continues on its way. Whatever you do, don't miss it. | #Person1# has brought some tablets to protect #Person2# from train sickness. #Person2# suggests eating in the dining car because it is next to the carriage. They both like traveling in the summer and autumn. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What are the pupils doing there? They're picking up the plastic bags on the street, but the plastic bags are so dirty.
#Person2#: They are doing that to remind people to protect the environment. You know, the white pollution is so serious these years.
#Person1#: Of course I know, but the pupils are young and there must be some viruses which are bad for them. Our hospital has many children falling sick because they pay a little attention to cleaning.
#Person2#: Sounds reasonable. The school may have told them what kinds of bags can't be picked up. | #Person1# and #Person2# sees pupils picking up the plastic bags. #Person1# thinks some plastic bags have viruses and may do harm to their health. #Person2# agrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Where did you go on vacation?
#Person2#: I went to San Francisco, it's a really pretty city.
#Person1#: Why San Francisco?
#Person2#: Oh my sister works there. I stayed with her. She loves shopping, so we went shopping every day. Look, I got this sweater.
#Person1#: Nice, I didn't go anywhere on my last vacation. I didn't have enough money to go anywhere.
#Person2#: Oh, that's too bad.
#Person1#: Oh, not really. I actually enjoyed my vacation a lot. A friend from college stayed with me for a week. We just talked and watched a lot of old movies.
#Person2#: That sounds fun. | #Person2# went to San Francisco for vacation and went shopping with #Person2#'s sister, while #Person1# enjoyed #Person1#'s vacation with a friend. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi Henry. I'd really like to do some volunteer work. Do you have any suggestions?
#Person2#: Would you like to work in animal hospital? I heard that there in great need of volunteers.
#Person1#: To be honest, I don't think I would really like that.
#Person2#: How come? Are you afraid of animals?
#Person1#: No, it's the smell of medicine. It makes me sick.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Then, how about helping to clean up the park? As long as you don't mind boring work.
#Person1#: When is it? I have to be at school the whole day on Monday and Thursday.
#Person2#: It's only on Saturday because older people usually spend Saturday at the park with their grandkids. So it's really a mess on that day. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# do volunteer work in an animal hospital but #Person1# cannot stand the smell of medicine. Then #Person2# suggests cleaning up the park. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Lucy, why do you look so pale? Don't you feel well?
#Person2#: Yes. Maybe it is because I didn't have breakfast. I will be alright after a short break.
#Person1#: I read an article in the magazine, and it says breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
#Person2#: I know, but I seldom have breakfast because I usually get up late.
#Person1#: So lazy. We usually get up early. If time permits, I may cook porridge or noodles. Otherwise, I would buy some bread, eggs and milk.
#Person2#: That's very healthy. I used to have an apple or an orange in the morning.
#Person1#: So, you must feel hungry in the morning. It also does harm to your health. What about my ring you up every morning?
#Person2#: That's very kind of you. When do you usually get up?
#Person1#: Usually at 6:00 o'clock, ten minutes later we start morning exercise. It goes on for 30 minutes and then we have breakfast.
#Person2#: OK. I'll try to get up early tomorrow, remember to call me. | Lucy seldom has breakfast because she gets up late. #Person1# tells her breakfast is the most important meal of the day. #Person1# usually gets up early and suggests ring her up tomorrow. Lucy will try. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, Mandy. Are you doing alright in your first year of college so far?
#Person2#: Yes, grandpa, I'm really enjoying my college life.
#Person1#: I'm glad you are. How is your study going?
#Person2#: It's very challenging you know. I mean, business is such a difficult subject. It requires the knowledge of many other fields such as politics and law but I like it.
#Person1#: Well, don't forget to make friends, though. Have you joined any clubs at school?
#Person2#: I have. I've joined the running club and the writing club and I've made quite a few friends already.
#Person1#: Nice.I met some of my best friends when I was in the swimming club of my college.
#Person2#: Cool. I really appreciate the fact that I get to meet all kinds of people in college. But what I love the most about college life is that it allows me to be independent.
#Person1#: That's good. | Mandy tells her grandpa that she enjoys her college life which is challenging but makes her independent. She has joined some clubs and made some friends. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I bought these trousers here on Wednesday. When I tried them on at home, I found them too small for me. Can I return them and get my money back?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. You can't because you bought them at a sale price. However, you can exchange them for a bigger size.
#Person1#: I have already looked around here, but I can't find the proper size for me. I have to wear them at my co-worker's house warming party this Saturday.
#Person2#: Don't worry. If we don't have a bigger size here. I'll find another store that has the right size for you and you can pick them up by Friday. | #Person1# wants to return the trousers but #Person2# says #Person1# can only have an exchange and promises it will be in time. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I feel terrible. I really need to relax. Do you know any good ways to fight stress?
#Person2#: Yes. In fact, I read in a health magazine that you can drink 2 cups of lemon tea every day. That will be helpful to deal with stress.
#Person1#: Lemon tea?
#Person2#: That's right. Lemon tea makes you feel more relaxed. Besides, you should eat low stress foods like apples and grapes.
#Person1#: Sounds very strange. I guess hamburgers and French fries cause stress. Right?
#Person2#: Yes, hamburgers are stress food.
#Person1#: Well, I guess I need to change my diet. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# drink lemon tea to deal with stress and eat low-stress foods like apples and grapes. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Welcome to the McDonald's. What will it be for you, madam?
#Person2#: One Big Mac and French Fries.
#Person1#: Is there anything else?
#Person2#: Give me one coke, please.
#Person1#: Is this to go or to eat here?
#Person2#: To go, please.
#Person1#: That comes to four dollars and ten cents.
#Person2#: And can I have some ketchup, please?
#Person1#: It's on the service counter over there. Please go to help yourself. | #Person1# helps #Person2# order take away foods in McDonald's. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: what's wrong, Jerry? You look so upset.
#Person2#: to be honest, I was just dumped.
#Person1#: oh, I'm sorry to hear that. You can go on a holiday to cheer you up.
#Person2#: no, thanks. I'm not in the mood for traveling.
#Person1#: come on. A trip will do you good. Are you doing anything this weekend?
#Person2#: I was planning on doing a lot of wallowing.
#Person1#: well, my friends and I are planning on going to Shangri-La on Saturday. Do you want to come with us?
#Person2#: where is that?
#Person1#: not very far from here. We'll fly. It's about one and a half hours.
#Person2#: what's there to see?
#Person1#: there is a large canyon, vast grasslands, ancient forests and mountain lakes.
#Person2#: oh, sounds nice.
#Person1#: yes, the scenery there is breathtaking. I have some pictures at home. You can come over and take a look if you like.
#Person2#: ok. Then I can make up my mind. | Jerry tells #Person1# that he was dumped, so #Person1# asks Jerry to join the trip to Shangri-La with #Person1# and #Person1#'s friend. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Read Jimmy's card to me please, Janey.
#Person2#: I have just arrived in Scotland and I'm staying at a Youth Hostel.
#Person1#: Eh?
#Person2#: He says he's just arrived in Scotland. He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel. You know he's a member of the Y. H. A.
#Person1#: The what?
#Person2#: The Y. H. A. , mun. The Youth Hostel's Association.
#Person1#: What else does he say?
#Person2#: I'll write a letter soon. I hope you are all well.
#Person1#: What? Speak up, Janey. I'm afraid I can't hear you.
#Person2#: He says he'll write a letter soon. He hopes we are all well. Love, Jimmy.
#Person1#: Is that all? He doesn't say very much, does he?
#Person2#: He can't write very much on a card, mum. | Janey is reading Jimm's letter for her mom, and it says that Jimmy has arrived in Scotland and has been a member of the Y. H. A. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I need your help, Bob.
#Person2#: What's the matter?
#Person1#: I'm really confused by these annoying abbreviations.
#Person2#: Just relax. That's because you're new to chat. Let me take a look.
#Person1#: A / S / L, IGP, H & K, and ZZZ. What the hell do they mean?
#Person2#: ZZZ means'sleepy or tired or bored', A / S / L is tricky, which is often used at first encounter. It's a three-word question, 'age, / sex / location? '
#Person1#: Interesting. Then what does H & K refer to? The city of Hong Kong?
#Person2#: Wrong. lt's not a place name, but a passionate act.
#Person1#: Really? What kind? A girl left this word to me, and I thought she was in Hong Kong.
#Person2#: Ahahah. . . you miss her point for sure. H & K actually is an acronym for'hug and kiss'.
#Person1#: Hug and kiss? ! How is it possible? Oh, it's really bad to Miun - Verstand her meaning.
#Person2#: Yeah, seems that you have a lot to learn and memorize. | Bob is helping #Person1# with some abbreviations in English like A/S/L, IGP, H&K, ZZZ, and H&K. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How do you think TaiWan's economy is doing?
#Person2#: Not too good actually, people are not spending as much as before!
#Person1#: Do you know why that is?
#Person2#: Lots of reasons I guess, unemployment is pretty high these days. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Taiwan's economy. #Person2# thinks it is not good. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Is that David?
#Person2#: Hi, Jenny. It's David here.
#Person1#: Hey, what's new?
#Person2#: Not much. My girlfriend just dumped me.
#Person1#: Sorry to hear that. What happened?
#Person2#: Well, she told me things just weren't working out and we weren't right together. But I thought things were just great. Why did she say this? It's completely out of the blue.
#Person1#: Hey, that's not the girl with pink hair, is it? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday.
#Person2#: What? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy. Oh, no, I feel like such a loser.
#Person1#: Hey, she is not worth it. Forget her.
#Person2#: But she lied to me.
#Person1#: Hey, she is not worth it. Anyway, there are plenty more fish in the sea. Listen, let's go for a drink in the town. How about that?
#Person2#: Ok, then.
#Person1#: But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face.
#Person2#: What face?
#Person1#: The one where you look like your dog just died. You have to get over her and the sooner the better.
#Person2#: Yeah, I know. You are right. | David tells Jenny that his girlfriend dumped him, and Jenny asks David to forget about his girlfriend because she doesn't worth it. They are going to go for a drink. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you have the notes from last week's class?
#Person2#: Did you come late?
#Person1#: I couldn't make it.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: I was sick.
#Person2#: Oh, okay. Well, here you go.
#Person1#: Are these all of them?
#Person2#: Oh, wait, here are the rest.
#Person1#: Thanks a bunch.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for the class notes from last week because #Person1# was sick. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: John, if you don't mind, I'd like to ask you a personal question.
#Person2#: I don't mind at all.
#Person1#: All right. Are you married?
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, I'm not married. I'm still single.
#Person1#: Then, when do you plan to get married?
#Person2#: I don't know. It's still up in the air. | #Person1# asks John if he is married, and John responses with a no. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey Michelle. Good to see you. Are you at lunch?
#Person2#: Oh hi Jim. No I just got back. I thought you were on vacation now.
#Person1#: No, I wish I was! I just got back from Spain actually.
#Person2#: Oh wonderful! Have you been there before or was it your first time?
#Person1#: My first time. I've traveled around Europe a lot, but this was my first time to Spain. It was amazing, and the weather was just beautiful! No rain, and just sun, sun, sun. . .
#Person2#: I'm so jealous of you. I've never been anywhere in Europe. I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights.
#Person1#: Well, I really recommend Spain. You really should go. Anyway, it's been great to catch up, but I must be going, this is my floor. Speak again soon I hope. | Michelle asks Jim about his feeling about the Spain trip. Jim is satisfied with the good weather there and recommends the place to Michelle. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I was wondering if you could help me to get a library card.
#Person2#: Of course, just fill out this form and let me know when you are finished.
#Person1#: I'm finished.
#Person2#: I will also need your driver's license ; hand me the filled-out form, please.
#Person1#: OK, the form is all filled out.
#Person2#: Perfect! Do you know the hours and rules for the library?
#Person1#: No, I have no idea what they are.
#Person2#: Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout.
#Person1#: Yes, right.
#Person2#: Great! You are all set to enjoy the library. | #Person2# is assisting #Person1# with getting a library card so that #Person1# can enjoy the library. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: It's time for me to go now.
#Person2#: Would you like me to go with you?
#Person1#: I'd rather you stayed in the office and did these things.
#Person2#: Do you want to type that letter?
#Person1#: I'd rather you typed it.
#Person2#: Do you want to tell her?
#Person1#: I'd rather you told her. | #Person1# would like #Person2# to type the letter and inform her. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Shall we sing with a karaoke?
#Person2#: Great idea! I do it every so often.
#Person1#: For us, karaoke is becoming a popular entertainment.
#Person2#: Yep. If you are a good singer, your audience will feel comfortable, right?
#Person1#: I can not agree with you more. And if you are an awful one, that will be funny.
#Person2#: I remembered Tom is always out of tune. We burst into laughter.
#Person1#: Is that true? Shall we invite him to join with us?
#Person2#: So tricky! | #Person1# and #Person2# plan to sing karaoke, and #Person1# wants to invite Tom because tom is funny. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Here's the dress you wanted to be made.
#Person2#: Oh, dear!
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: It's not what I asked for.
#Person1#: What's wrong with it?
#Person2#: It's not the right material. Or the right color. I can't possibly accept it.
#Person1#: This is a pity! | The dress #Person2# wanted is made in the wrong material and color. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Would you like to travel?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I often went on business trips in the past six years.
#Person1#: How many languages can you speak in addition to your mother tongue?
#Person2#: I speak English and French in addition to my mother tongue, Chinese.
#Person1#: That's fine. What salary do you get at your present position?
#Person2#: My present monthly salary is $ 1, 500.
#Person1#: We'll start you off with a base salary of $ 20, 000 a year, with bonuses that can add up to $ 40, 000. A company car, and a company pension scheme. Is that acceptable to you?
#Person2#: I think so.
#Person1#: Excellent. Well, thank you very much, Mr. B, and you'll be hearing from us in the next few days, either way.
#Person2#: Thank you. Mr. A, and I certainly hope the answer will be favorable. Goodbye. | Mr. B negotiates with Mr. A about his mastery of foreign languages and the salary of the new position in Mr. A's company. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How can I help you today?
#Person2#: I want to sign up for some funds units. How do I go about it?
#Person1#: Have you got some ID and your cash card?
#Person2#: Yes. I've already got a fund account with you too.
#Person1#: How many more fund units would you like to purchase today?
#Person2#: I'm not quite sure. You see, I already have more than 5, 000 RMB in my cash card, but I really don't know how much I should get.
#Person1#: The usual minimum purchase is 5, 000 RIB.
#Person2#: That settles it then. 5, 000 RMB it is, thanks. | #Person1# assists #Person2# in signing up for some fund units and purchasing 5,000 RMB in the cash card. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Something wrong?
#Person2#: Yes. My car is having problems.
#Person1#: What's wrong?
#Person2#: It won't start.
#Person1#: Do you want me to take a look?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I think I can handle it.
#Person1#: Well, if you change your mind, let me know.
#Person2#: I will. Thanks. That's sweet of you.
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: I might need some tools though. Do you know where I can get some?
#Person1#: Sure. I have all kinds of tools. Just ask. I'll be happy to get them for you.
#Person2#: Thanks. That would be very helpful.
#Person1#: Anything for you. Seriously, I don't mind helping.
#Person2#: OK. If you really insist, I could always use the company. | #Person2#'s car has problems, and #Person1# is willing to help #Person2# and offer any tools #Person2# needs. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I speak to Mrs. Liu, please?
#Person2#: This is Liu Fang speaking.
#Person1#: Oh, good morning, Mrs. Liu. I'm calling to see if you have received my resume that I sent to you by Email.
#Person2#: May I have your name, please?
#Person1#: My name is Steven. May I ask whether I can have an interview?
#Person2#: Of course. In my opinion, you are the strongest candidate for the job.
#Person1#: When is it most convenient for me to visit you to talk about the position?
#Person2#: I want to set up an interview for you at 9 a. m. next Monday in our company's conference room.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. See you then. | Steven calls Mrs. Liu to ask about his job application, and Liu will set up an interview for him. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: OK, so this is our newest machine. It was only installed last year.
#Person2#: What's the running speed of the machine?
#Person1#: About 1, 500 metres per minute. It's one of the fastest in the world. We had a few problems with it after start-up but it's running very well now.
#Person2#: And what's the maximum output?
#Person1#: If we're running at full capacity, it's 160, 000 tonnes per annum. | #Person1# introduces the running speed and maximum output of the newest machine to #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I need a new identification card.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: My ID card is lost.
#Person1#: OK, did you bring your household register or residence booklet?
#Person2#: I only have my household register.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter, they are the same thing.
#Person2#: Here you are, sir. What do I do next?
#Person1#: OK, I will register you in our database system. What's your name, please?
#Person2#: Benjamin.
#Person1#: Please get a mug shot in the next room.
#Person2#: I've brought with me some of old ones.
#Person1#: But we need them taken with digital cameras.
#Person2#: OK, what's next then?
#Person1#: That's all. Come here a week later and get your ID card. | Benjamin lost his ID card, and he is applying for a new one. #Person1# registers him in the database system and tells him to get a mug shot. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What did you do at the office today?
#Person2#: I had a really busy day. I had to work a little overtime. In the morning an important client called to place a large order. I had to check some things with my colleagues before confirming the order.
#Person1#: What kind of things did you need to check?
#Person2#: The most important thing was to check that we had the goods in stock. If the goods are in stock, we can deliver them immediately. I also had to check the price. This customer is very important, so the
#Person1#: I see. Did anything else happen?
#Person2#: I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer. Each time, I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings. Each client has different conditions and required
#Person1#: It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client.
#Person2#: Yes. That's why we have everything on computer files. We don't use much paper at our office. After lunch, I had to deal with a complaint form a client.
#Person1#: I hate dealing with complaints. Was it a legitimate complaint?
#Person2#: Yes, it was. I managed to sort out the problem, but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour.
#Person1#: You certainly had a busy day.
#Person2#: That's not all! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss. In the end, I finished everything. I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# had a busy day of working, dealing with a large order from an important client, replying to some emails to potential clients, dealing with a complaint, and writing a sales report. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How are your stocks doing, Jim?
#Person2#: Oh, all right. I lost a bunch of money in the last two years, but this year has been pretty good.
#Person1#: Yeah. I lost money investing in the Internet, too.
#Person2#: Just goes to show that you should buy companies, not ideas.
#Person1#: I changed my strategy around too. I invest in good companies now.
#Person2#: Yeah, me too. Did you hear about Frank?
#Person1#: No, what happened?
#Person2#: He lost his kids'college money day trading.
#Person1#: Oh, boy. His wife can't be happy about that. | #Person1# and Jim talk about stocking investment, and Jim tells #Person1# that Frank lost his kids' college money. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I've got a headache and sore throat.
#Person2#: How long have you had it?
#Person1#: It all started the day before yesterday.
#Person2#: I think you've got the flu. There's a lot of it about.
#Person1#: What should I do?
#Person2#: Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two. | #Person2# gives #Person1# a medical check and thinks #Person1# got the flu. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I was wondering if you could help me use the Student Job Center.
#Person2#: There are many ways ; what kind of job would you like?
#Person1#: I want to work in a restaurant.
#Person2#: Fine! Will you need part-time or full-time work?
#Person1#: I want to work part-time.
#Person2#: Fine, the two best ways are to use our local listings binders over there or you can use the computers with the Internet job listing sites. See them over there?
#Person1#: Yes, I know what to do.
#Person2#: Well, in addition, you can schedule an appointment with a job counselor on this list. If you would like to do that, sign here, OK?
#Person1#: Yes, I think that would be great.
#Person2#: Fine, well the job search tools are all here for you to use. Feel free to look around and use what works best for you. Have fun with it! | #Person2# helps #Person1# use the Student Job Center to find a part-time job in a restaurant. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What's the first thing you do when you go to the bathroom in the morning?
#Person2#: I look at myself in the mirror. Sometimes, it's not a pleasant sight, especially if I have been out late the late before.
#Person1#: Do you usually shower or take a bath?
#Person2#: I usually don't have time for a bath in the mornings, so I just take a shower. Sometimes I need a cold shower to wake me up and sometimes I need a hot one, especially if it's winter and I need to warm up.
#Person1#: Do you shave every morning?
#Person2#: I shave every workday, but I only shave at weekends if I'm going out somewhere. If I'm staying at home, I don't shave.
#Person1#: Do you brush your teeth twice a day as dentists recommend?
#Person2#: Yes. I brush my teeth in the morning, just before I go to work. It's actually the last thing I do before leaving. Then I brush again before bed.
#Person1#: Your dentist must be proud of you! | #Person1# is asking about #Person2#'s bathroom routine. #Person2# talks about #Person2#'s routine on looking at the mirror, taking a shower, shaving, and brushing teeth. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Here's the schedule we've prepared.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you.
#Person1#: Do you mind if we talk about your schedule tomorrow?
#Person2#: That will be best. I'd like to have a good rest first.
#Person1#: And this is the schedule for Mrs. Watson. Eileen from our department will take care of her.
#Person2#: Ok. Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby?
#Person1#: All right. I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning. | #Person1# takes out Mrs. Watson's schedule and will talk about the schedule prepared for #Person2# tomorrow. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What's the matter with you?
#Person2#: I'm not feeling well, doctor. I have a fever.
#Person1#: I'll take your temperature first. How long have you been like this?
#Person2#: It began yesterday.
#Person1#: Do you feel thirsty?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Do you sleep well?
#Person2#: No, last night I could hardly sleep.
#Person1#: Well, it's probably the flu. Take this to the drugstore.
#Person2#: Yes, doctor.
#Person1#: Take the medicine and come back in three days. | #Person2# sees a doctor, and the doctor says #Person2# probably has the flu. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
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