dialogue
stringlengths 190
5.18k
| summary
stringlengths 31
1.04k
| instruction
stringclasses 1
value |
|---|---|---|
#Person1#: Has the chief accepted our plan?
#Person2#: Not yet. I guess we should send Jim along to talk to the chief since he is such an apple polisher. I am sure he can help.
#Person1#: Let's have a try. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask Jim to talk to the chief. | 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#: Look! The girl is so beautiful and she is smiling at me. She is lovely.
#Person2#: I can't agree with you. She's pretty, but she always blows hot and cold.
#Person1#: What makes you think so?
#Person2#: She's my sister, you know. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the girl #Person1# admires is temperamental. | 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 is grandpa doing recently?
#Person2#: Not good. The doctor told him not to smoke again, but it just rolls off him like water off the duck's back!
#Person1#: Maybe I would talk with him someday.
#Person2#: I hope it will be of some use. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s grandpa isn't good because he can't quit smoking. | 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 would much rather see her once or twice and not do anything about it,, what could I about it anyway?
#Person2#: Don't say things like this. Please be confident. I think you still have the chance to win her love, unless you don't love her anymore.
#Person1#: Don't you think she is a bit out of my way?
#Person2#: In some way, she is more modern.
#Person1#: If I do try to do anything, I'd only be sent off with a flea in my ear.
#Person2#: If you really think so, in my opinion you should give up this feeling completely. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# about his failure of pursuing a girl. #Person2# advises #Person1# to be confident. | 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 Steve. When's the next time you're going to play golf?
#Person2#: I'm going out this Saturday. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Do you already have a foursome? I would like to play with you.
#Person2#: Unfortunately, we do. Let's plan for something together for Wednesday. We can go right after work.
#Person1#: That sounds good. Where do you want to play?
#Person2#: We won't have much time, so let's play somewhere close to work.
#Person1#: Let's me think. How about Bellevue? It's pretty close to your company.
#Person2#: How much does it cost over there?
#Person1#: Twilight rates are 21 dollars.
#Person2#: That's pretty good. Let's do it.
#Person1#: Aright. I'll get a tea time for Wednesday at about 4 o'clock.
#Person2#: Make it 4 o'clock.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll call you later when I get a tea time.
#Person2#: Sounds good. I'll see you on Wednesday then.
#Person1#: Aright. Have fun on Saturday.
#Person2#: Will do. | Steve will play golf this Saturday and invites #Person1# to play golf on Wednesday. They decide to go to Bellevue and #Person1# will get tea time at 4. | 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 know anyone who's had plastic surgery?
#Person2#: You mean like a breast enlargement? I don't think that's really necessary. That's not the way a woman should stay attractive.
#Person1#: Why not? Why can't we go back to the way things were?
#Person2#: Because. . . I don't know. But, Connie, you wouldn't do that, would you?
#Person1#: Darned right I would!
#Person2#: Maybe make-up would be enough?
#Person1#: Come on, Liz. Be open-minded! Look at my eyes, they are puffy. And my eye bags, they are dark and loose and full of lines and circles. I really hope surgery can wipe out the tired feelings.
#Person2#: But what would other people think?
#Person1#: I don't care what other people think. I am ready for a lift. | Connie wants to have plastic surgery. Liz tries to persuade her to give it up but Connie has made up her mind. | 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 been very busy this year, working late, often taking work home and taking no vacation. I feel exhausted.
#Person2#: You should ask for a holiday and relax yourself for a little bit. You worked so hard.
#Person1#: You are right. For the past few weeks, I had no appetite and couldn't sleep well. What's worse my back started aching this Monday. It is time for me to take a vacation. | #Person1# feels exhausted from work lately. #Person2# suggests asking for a holiday. | 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 calling to ask about your apartment you advertised.
#Person2#: Yes, we've got great apartments with charming environment and nice scenery. And they are all newly renovated.
#Person1#: That sounds fantastic! But I am looking for something closer to downtown, as I spend most of my time at the office.
#Person2#: No problem. We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square. It's perfect for people busy with office work. It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details.
#Person1#: I'm sure they are wonderful, but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost.
#Person2#: Ah! I get your point. We have just what you need. Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans. The one bedroom apartments are very economical, but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space. I think you can find a very apartment there.
#Person1#: Great! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon. Could you tell me the detailed dress?
#Person2#: Of course. It's just at 19 Lingual Road. You can phone me again if you can't find the right place.
#Person1#: OK. Thank you. | #Person1# phones to ask about the apartments #Person2# advertised. #Person1# wants an unfurnished apartment near downtown with a relatively lower cost. #Person2# recommends the Jinyuan apartments at Lingual Road. #Person2#'ll arrange a viewing. | 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 see by your resume here that you studied business administration.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: So I wonder why you want to work for a newspaper.
#Person2#: I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school. And I always be very interested in journalism.
#Person1#: But journalism, it is a very different profession from administration. You know a lot about administration. Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers?
#Person2#: I study the administration. Yes. But I'm more attracted to writing articles. I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news.
#Person1#: A new reporter must expect to work many hours.
#Person2#: I know that starting reporters work many hours. I'm very willing to take on the challenge. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# who wants to be a reporter. Though #Person2# studied business administration, #Person2# prefers to work for a newspaper and writing financial news. | 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, Gary, great to see you again. Please have a seat. So tell me, what seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: Thanks, doc. I'Ve got a really bad toothache! I can't eat anything, and look, my face is all swollen. I think it might be my wisdom tooth.
#Person1#: Well, let's have a look. Open wide. Hmm. . . this doesn't look good. Well, it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose. We'll need to put in a filling before it gets any worse, and the crown probably needs to be refitted. I'm going to order some x-rays.
#Person2#: Is it gonna hurt?
#Person1#: No, not at all! Just lay back and relax.
#Person2#: Ok, spit. | Gary has got a toothache. #Person1# tells him he has a cavity and a loose crown Then #Person1# orders some x-rays for Gary. | 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 Lincoln Bank. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello. I called earlier in the week and spoke to someone in the personal loans department about an overseas study loan. She said to come in as soon as I had the chance, as this must be done in person. I'd like to apply today.
#Person1#: OK, that's absolutely fine. I will need to see some credentials before we can get started. Do you have the notification of admission letter from your university, your passport and your visa with you?
#Person2#: Yes, yes. It's all here. There you go. I'm not sure if I need any other proof or guarantee to get this loan, do I?
#Person1#: You do, I'm afraid. There are 3 ways to do this. You can choose, mortgage, pledge or guarantee mode.
#Person2#: Yes, I read about all of these in the brochure and decided which would be more suitable for me. I'd like to go for the guarantee mode, please.
#Person1#: Right, that's no problem. I see you are already well informed. If you choose that one, you can borrow up to 70 % of the total tuition and miscellaneous fees.
#Person2#: OK, that's perfect, 70 % is excellent, it'll be a big help. Thanks. | #Person2# comes to Lincoln Bank to apply for an overseas study loan and provides #Person1# with some credentials. #Person2# decides to go for the guarantee mode and can borrow up to 70% of the tuition and fees. | 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, I am Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company. Can I have a private talk with you?
#Person2#: Er? I am driving right now. Can you call back in 30 minutes?
#Person1#: Sure. Hi, Monica, Richard again. Have you ever heard about our company? It is an international one with good reputation. We have a lot of successful cases. If you're trying advance your career, I would love to help you. XYZ Company is one of our clients. They're in need of the talent like you. Would you be interested in taking part in an interview? It is scheduled some time within this week.
#Person2#: Thank you for calling. I really appreciate your kindness. But right now, I'm very busy preparing for an interview of another company. I don't think I am available for this opportunity.
#Person1#: Ok, I see. Good luck to you. You have my number. Call me when you change your mind. I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address.
#Person2#: Well, I will text to you. Thank you, bye for now.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Bye. | Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company calls Monica to invite her for a job interview. Monica politely refuses because she's preparing for another interview. Richard asks her to call him if she changes her mind. | 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, Ben. . . did you catch the game last night?
#Person2#: Uh. . . what game?
#Person1#: Baltimore defeated Texas by 17 points!
#Person2#: Um. . . and what sport are we talking about here?
#Person1#: Football of course!
#Person2#: Oh. . . football. Football is cool. I usually try to catch the World Cup finals.
#Person1#: No, I'm talking about American football. The World Cup is soccer.
#Person2#: Oh, I understand. I can't say I'm a big fan. I'm from China, and football doesn't have a really big following over there.
#Person1#: So Chinese people prefer soccer or basketball?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. But to be perfectly honest, I'm not really a sports nut. When I was in high school I played on the school volleyball team. Are you a diehard football fan?
#Person1#: Oh, certainly. I wouldn't miss a game for the world. My girlfriend says I have an addiction. And actually, if I had to choose between her and my games. . . I'd probably pick football.
#Person2#: It seems Americans are very passionate about sports. Is this just a part of your culture?
#Person1#: Oh, yeah! I think the love of sports starts when kids are very young. Americans come from many different backgrounds so I guess sports are something we can all enjoy together. | #Person1# talks with Ben about American football but Ben doesn't know much because football isn't very popular in China. Ben's not a sports nut while #Person1#'s a diehard football fan. | 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, could you please take a picture for us?
#Person2#: Sure. Where would you like to stand?
#Person1#: Over here with the waterfall in the background, please.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Then just press the black button all the way down.
#Person2#: Are you ready? Here we go. Say Cheese!
#Person1#: It could be the battery. Let me Check it.
#Person2#: Is it the battery?
#Person1#: Yes, the battery is dead.
#Person2#: Do you have an extra battery?
#Person1#: No, I've only got one. OK, thank you all the same.
#Person2#: If you don't mind, you can use my camera and leave your address with me so I can send you the photos later.
#Person1#: That's so kind of you. Thank you very much!
#Person2#: You're welcome. Now smile. . . | #Person1# asks #Person2# to take a picture for #Person1# but the battery is dead. #Person2# suggests using #Person2#'s camera and will send #Person1# the photos 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#: What kind of jobs have you had?
#Person2#: I worked as a personnel manager in a state-owned company, and then I transferred to a joint venture as a sales manager. So I am familiar with the exile market in China.
#Person1#: How did your previous employers treat you?
#Person2#: They treated me very well. We cooperated harmoniously and respected each other.
#Person1#: What have you learned from the jobs you have had?
#Person2#: I have learned some skills about how to deal with clients and how to behave myself as a personnel manager.
#Person1#: When you worked in your previous company, which did you prefer, working with other people or by yourself?
#Person2#: I prefered working with other colleagues when I worked in my previous company. I think teamwork and cooperation are very important. No matter how competent he or she is in a company, he can't do without them. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about working experience, how the previous employees treated #Person2#, what #Person2# has learned from the jobs and #Person2#'s preference for working with other people or working alone. | 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#: So awful! I never fancy my salary is so little.
#Person2#: Oh, don't be so sad. You can ask for a salary raise.
#Person1#: Bingo! I never thought about that before. I am working so hard and my accomplishment is significant, you know.
#Person2#: So you suppose you deserve a salary raise.
#Person1#: I know I deserve it, but I can not find a way to talk with boss about this.
#Person2#: You ought to point out how valuable you are, and tell her those people who have the same situation also get the salary raise.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable.
#Person2#: Remember it is the boss who hires you and tell her how much you have improved the office efficiency.
#Person1#: That's a point. It seems a little complicated. I will think about this for a while. I owe you one. After all, you give me an inspiration.
#Person2#: Forget it. Good luck. I hope you can make it. | #Person1# complains about #Person1#'s low salary. #Person2# suggests asking for a salary raise and asks #Person1# to tell the boss how much #Person1# has improved office efficiency. | 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, I want a room tonight.
#Person2#: Single or double?
#Person1#: Single, please.
#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person1#: Yes. I made a reservation in Shanghai.
#Person2#: Then I believe you have a confirmation slip.
#Person1#: Yeah. Let me see. Is this the one you want?
#Person2#: That's it. What's your name. please?
#Person1#: Wu Mei. That's my name.
#Person2#: Just a moment, please. Yes, you have a room reservation for you.
#Person1#: Is this room with a bath room?
#Person2#: Yes, it's.
#Person1#: Can you give me a quiet room?
#Person2#: It's a inside room on the eight floor.
#Person1#: What's the room rate?
#Person2#: Eighty dollars a day. How long do you plan to stay Mrs. Wu?
#Person1#: Three nights I scheduled.
#Person2#: Do you sign the register, please?
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: Thank you, Mrs. Wu.
#Person1#: Your room Number is 827. The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Wu Mei has made a reservation in Shanghai for a single room and asks for a quiet room. #Person2# tells her the room rate and helps her sign the register and check in. | 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#: Bob, look at this sentence. 'Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of foods you love. 'It's interesting, isn't it?
#Person2#: I'd rather say it's confusing. what are those'strict nutrition philosophies'about?
#Person1#: I believe they are careful calculations on proteins, vitamins and calories.
#Person2#: Probably, Rose. That must be the job of nutritionists.
#Person1#: Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves. So we are free to have whatever foods we love. It is unbelievable.
#Person2#: Oh, believe it or not, I came across an article the other day, saying that pizza is a healthy food.
#Person1#: Seriously?
#Person2#: Yes, I felt exactly the same way as you did just now. Scientists must be crazy in saying so.
#Person1#: Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet.
#Person2#: Absolutely right. I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great. As long as I have enough energy, it's fine.
#Person1#: But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body. | Rose and Bob talk about the controversial beliefs about healthy eating put forward by scientists. Rose believes healthy eating should involve careful calculations on nutrition while Bob thinks healthy eating is just about feeling great. | 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, how can I help?
#Person2#: I was told to come over to this window if I want to make a withdrawal. I'm not withdrawing from a Current Account, you see. I want to withdraw from my Certificate of Deposit.
#Person1#: Unfortunately, if you wish to withdraw on your C / D before the pre-decided date, you must give notice.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now?
#Person1#: Yes, you will lose interest. I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us. I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity.
#Person2#: Oh dear. Well, if it has to be done, then it has to be done. | #Person2# wants to withdraw from #Person2#'s Certificate of Deposit. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# will lose interest if withdrawing before the pre-decided date. #Person2# accepts. | 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. Smith's Resident.
#Person2#: Hello. This is the operator. Can I speak to Mr. Smith, please?
#Person1#: This is Mr. Smith.
#Person2#: I have a collect call for you from Jennifer. Will you accept the charges?
#Person1#: Yes, I'll pay for the call. Put her through, please.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks. | The operator calls Mr.Smith to transfer a collect call from Jennifer. | 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#: So it is hard to be a black student on campus?
#Person2#: Yes, in many ways it is. There are many stereotypes I have to deal with in my daily life.
#Person1#: Stereotypes? Like what?
#Person2#: Well, like since I'm black, I must like rap music, come from the inner city, or play basketball well.
#Person1#: I do know you like rap music, but the other two are definitely false. I'Ve seen you play basketball.
#Person2#: Hey! But that's not the only problem. There's also the affirmative action stigma.
#Person1#: You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota? That's not true at all, you're really a smart guy.
#Person2#: I know that, but some people don't think like that. And I get problems from teachers as well.
#Person1#: Teachers? I didn't think that they would be racist at all.
#Person2#: Racist? Not exactly. It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic, as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject. Suddenly I become the representative of the black race, as if we all had the same opinion.
#Person1#: I see. It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US. | It's hard for #Person2# to be a black student on campus because #Person2# has to deal with stereotypes and how the teachers look at #Person2# makes #Person2# stressful. #Person1# thinks there're a lot of issues to be worked on in the US. | 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, Mrs. Chu. Do you feel better today?
#Person2#: Oh, much better. Thank you.
#Person1#: Can I ask you some questions now?
#Person2#: Certainly.
#Person1#: First, do you remember what the driver looks like?
#Person2#: Yes. He was about fifty. He looked quite old and not very tall. Oh, and he had thick lips.
#Person1#: OK. When the accident happened, where were you going?
#Person2#: I was walking fast because I had to help my grandson to pay a bill.
#Person1#: I see. After the driver knocked you down, he got out of his car and looked at you, didn't he?
#Person2#: Yes, he did. I was bleeding, so he looked scared and then hurried back to the car.
#Person1#: Do you remember his clothes?
#Person2#: Yes. I looked at him when he was getting in his car. He wore an orange T-shirt, grey trousers, and leather shoes.
#Person1#: Ok, I think I have enough information now. Thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person1# asks Mrs. Chu about the car accident and the appearance of the culprit. Mrs. Chu says the culprit wore an orange T-shirt, grey trousers, and leather shoes. | 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#: I'm looking for some suit that I can wear at the office as well as on weekends.
#Person1#: Let me show you a new summer collection. There're several styles that you're just looking for. | #Person2#'s looking for a suit. #Person1# recommends a new summer collection. | 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#: So, what do you want to do tomorrow?
#Person2#: Well, let's look at this city guide here. Uh, here's something interesting. Why don't we first visit the Art Museum in the morning?
#Person1#: Okay. I like that idea. And where do you want to have lunch?
#Person2#: How about going to an Indian restaurant? The guide recommends one downtown a few blocks from the museum.
#Person1#: Now that sounds great. After that, what do you think about visiting the zoo? Well, it says here there are some very unique animals not found anywhere else.
#Person2#: Well, to tell the truth, I'm not really interested in going there. Why don't we go shopping instead? There are supposed to be some really nice places to pick up some bargain clothes.
#Person1#: Nah, I don't think that's a good idea. We only have a few traveler's checks left. And I only have fifty dollars left in cash.
#Person2#: No problem. We can use YOUR credit card to pay.
#Person1#: Oh. No. I remember the last time you used MY credit card for YOUR new clothes.
#Person2#: Oh well. Let's take the subway down to the seashore and walk along the beach.
#Person1#: Now that sounds like a wonderful plan. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss what to do tomorrow. They decide to visit the Art Museum in the morning, have lunch at an Indian restaurant, and take the subway down to the seashore and walk along the beach. | 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, just sign your name right here on this line, and you'll officially own your house!
#Person2#: Excellent! I can't believe I just bought a house! When can I move in?
#Person1#: The previous owners need to clean the house this weekend, but you can move in on Monday morning. Do you have the keys?
#Person2#: No, I don't have the keys. Can I pick them up from your office tomorrow?
#Person1#: My office isn't open on Fridays, but I can bring them to you this weekend. Do you have all the copies of these important papers?
#Person2#: Yes. I have a question. Do you sell houses in Springfield, too? My friend wants to sell his house and I'd love to recommend you.
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Thanks for the recommendation! | #Person2# buys a house with #Person1#'s assistance and will recommend #Person1# to #Person2#'s friend who wants to sell his house. | 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 you reading, Paul?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a book about naval engineering.
#Person1#: Why are you reading on Friday evening?
#Person2#: Because I've got to write an essay this weekend.
#Person1#: What are you going to do when you've qualified?
#Person2#: I don't know. I'd like to get a job abroad, I think. What are you going to do when your year at Weston is over?
#Person1#: I'm going to spend a few weeks touring Britain, then I'm going back to Canada, I suppose.
#Person2#: What is John going to do?
#Person1#: I think he's going to open a branch of' pretty feet'in London.
#Person2#: What is he doing in Italy?
#Person1#: He's seeing some designers here. He's coming back tomorrow. By the way, what are you and Sue doing on Saturday evening?
#Person2#: I don't know yet. Why?
#Person1#: Well, I thought we could cook another of our suppers and invite John and Sue.
#Person2#: Oh, no! Not Potato Salad again! Sorry, Barbara, but I really have to read this book. | Paul's reading a book. Barbara talks to him about their plans when the school year at Weston is over. Barbara suggests they cook supper and invite John and Sue, but Paul denies this idea. | 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#: Is this table on the corner okay?
#Person2#: Sure, we can sit here. Be seated.
#Person1#: Gee, you've hardly got anything on your tray.
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess I'm just not that hungry.
#Person1#: What's the matter? Aren't you feeling well?
#Person2#: Well, I've been really worried. It's my car. It's in the repair shop again!
#Person1#: Really? What's wrong this time?
#Person2#: I don't know exactly. Something's wrong with the brakes I think.
#Person1#: Well, at least that shouldn't cost too much to fix. Parts are cheaper for old American cars like yours. Did the mechanic say how much it would cost?
#Person2#: He said he'd call me with an estimate later on today.
#Person1#: Watch out he doesn't try to take advantage of you.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, some car mechanics, if they think that someone doesn't know much about cars, they might try to overcharge that person.
#Person2#: Maybe so, but I trust this guy. He was recommended by one of my neighbors. He's done some work for me in the past and his prices seemed to be reasonable.
#Person1#: Oh, that's good to know. Maybe I'll try using him in the future. By the way, did you need a ride home after class today?
#Person2#: Oh, I'll sure appreciate it. It's really tough getting around without a car when you live off campus.
#Person1#: You are right, I think now you should think about moving back to your dormitory. If I were you, I would be fed up with those troubles. | #Person2# doesn't eat much because #Person2# has been worried about #Person2#'s car in the repair shop. #Person1# reminds #Person2# not to let the repairman overcharge #Person2#. #Person1# will drive #Person2# after class and suggests moving back to the dormitory. | 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 will you have for dessert?
#Person2#: Well, what do you have?
#Person1#: Cakes, fruit and ice cream.
#Person2#: Give me ice cream and a piece of cake.
#Person3#: I will have a cake and fruit.
#Person1#: OK. And which would you like to drink, coffee or tea?
#Person2#: I prefer tea.
#Person3#: I want coffee.
#Person1#: Thank you. Please wait a minute. | #Person1# helps #Person2# and #Person3# order dessert and 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#: So will you come to work with us?
#Person2#: Can I use my green pad again to write you admiring notes?
#Person1#: We'll have to negotiate that. It's a possibility.
#Person2#: You miss me, don't you?
#Person1#: Don't push your luck, Dave.
#Person2#: OK, I'm in. When do I start?
#Person1#: As soon as you can get here. We'll be waiting for you. | #Person1# persuades Dave to work with them and Dave finally 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#: Can you help me pick out some fabric for a suit? I'm going to get one made for a friend's wedding.
#Person2#: Sure. What kind of material do you want for the suit to be made from?
#Person1#: It depends on the price, but I was thinking of getting a wool/cashmere blend.
#Person2#: That will probably be quite expensive, but the more you pay for the fabric, the longer it'll last and the better it'll look. What color do you want the suit to be?
#Person1#: I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit.
#Person2#: Brown, huh? Isn't that a bit dull?
#Person1#: Haven't you heard? Brown is the new black.
#Person2#: Why don't you just get black? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything a funeral, a wedding, a job interview, anything!
#Person1#: That may be true, but black is so boring. Anyway, I already have three black suits. I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest.
#Person2#: Here are two different shades of brown. Which one do you prefer?
#Person1#: I like the one on the left, but I don't like the pattern on it. It's too much. I want a pattern that's a bit subtler.
#Person2#: How about this one? ?
#Person1#: I think that will do. Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to pick out some fabric for a suit. #Person1# wants a wool/cashmere blend. #Person2# thinks the brown pin-striped suit is dull and suggests the black one, but #Person1# already has three black suits. #Person1# finally decides on the one with a subtler pattern. | 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, Tony. Haven't seen you for a long time. How have you been?
#Person2#: OK, I've been looking for a job for days, and I haven't found one yet. It's so hard finding work these days. Have you had any luck?
#Person1#: Yes, I've got a job, a waiter's job in a restaurant.
#Person2#: Are you well paid?
#Person1#: Well, $10 per hour, but I can keep the tips. That comes to roughly $80 every evening
#Person2#: Not bad.
#Person1#: Actually, there's still another opening. If you are interested, you'll surely get it.
#Person2#: That's great! I'll go there right now and speak with the boss.
#Person1#: There's no rush. You can see him tomorrow. I've told him about you. He promised to give you the job.
#Person2#: That was nice of you, Susan. Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: Think nothing of it, Tony. I'm sure you'd do the same for me.
#Person2#: Could you tell me a bit more about the work there? I mean, those dos and don'ts. I am a green hand, you know.
#Person1#: First of all, you must be punctual. You should be there before 6 p. m. so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that. Then,remember you should smile. Smile to your customers all the time. Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day. Anything else? Oh, yes. Never argue with your boss. Learn to say 'Yes, sir. '
#Person2#: Be a yes-man, you mean?
#Person1#: You may put it that way if you like. Don't worry. You'll have no problem.
#Person2#: I hope not. | Tony hasn't got a job, while Susan has got one as a waiter in a restaurant. Susan has told her boss about Tony and the boss promised to give Tony the job. Tony is grateful. Then Susan talks about the rules of the 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#: Have you heard that we will have reorganization?
#Person2#: No, really?
#Person1#: Yes, flexible, aggressive and creative people are urgently needed in the marketing department.
#Person2#: Who will be there?
#Person1#: James is going to be packed off there.
#Person2#: That is good. He can leave you alone this time. | #Person1# tells #Person2# they'll have the reorganization and Jim'll go to the marketing department. | 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, Ellen.
#Person2#: Hello, Helen, have you heard the news? There's been a horrible accident.
#Person1#: Oh, no! What happened?
#Person2#: Hilda Harris husband, Henry had an accident on his way home from work.
#Person1#: How awful! Was he hurt?
#Person2#: Yes. He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance.
#Person1#: How did it happen?
#Person2#: His car was hit by an express train. It happened at the crossing just behind his house.
#Person1#: How horrible!
#Person2#: He's having an operation in the hospital now. Poor Hilda! You can imagine how unhappy she is.
#Person1#: I hope he'll be all right.
#Person2#: I hope so, too. | Ellen tells Helen Hilda Harris's husband, Henry, had an accident and was taken to the hospital. | 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 amazing to me how international business has become. Take my store for example. On any given day, you will find imported items from more than 20 different countries on our shelves.
#Person2#: How many different varieties of products do you import from China?
#Person1#: China provides the bulk of our product inventory, for sure. We import more than 40 different items from China. Most of the imports that come out of China are low-grade plastics or toys. Japan produces many electronic exports, Germany produces excellent mechanical exports.
#Person2#: Do you import any food items?
#Person1#: Generally speaking, food items are difficult to import. Food with the short shelf life is liable to spoil in the time it takes to ship from one place to another. The only food items we import are specialty canned or preserved foods. The shelf life is longer for these products. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has imported various items from different countries in #Person1#'s store. The only food items #Person1# imports are specialty canned or preserved foods. | 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#: Who's singing in your home, Jim?
#Person2#: It's Ellie and her friends.
#Person1#: Who's Ellie?
#Person2#: She's my little niece. It's her birthday. They're singing 'Happy Birthday'.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. how old is she?
#Person2#: She's ten.
#Person1#: I suppose they're playing games.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Ellie was playing games all day yesterday. By the way, Alice, when's your birthday?
#Person1#: Today.
#Person2#: Today?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Well, imagine that! How old are you?
#Person1#: Eighteen. Some friends are having a birthday party for me tonight. Do you want to come?
#Person2#: Very much. What time?
#Person1#: About 6.
#Person2#: I'll be at your house at about five thirty. Happy birthday. | Jim and Alice talk about Jim's niece who's singing at his house. Today is also Alice's birthday and she invites Jim to her birthday party. | 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#: Let me suggest this one. It's an excellent watch, it looks good, and it's only $100.
#Person2#: Hmm. That's not too bad. Does it have a stopwatch?
#Person1#: Uh, no. Analog watches don't come with stopwatches. You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch.
#Person2#: Oh. I see. Where are your digital watches?
#Person1#: Right here.
#Person2#: I don't like this kind as much. Never mind the stopwatch then. I'll take that other one. Do you take checks?
#Person1#: Yes. Make it out to Time After Time.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# at first wants a stopwatch but later buys an analog watch with #Person1#'s assistance. | 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, Richard? Are you busy at the moment?
#Person2#: Not really, Betty. What do you need?
#Person1#: My fax machine's on the blink. Would you take a look at it?
#Person2#: Sure. I just need to do one other job first. How about if I come up around 11:30? | Betty requests Richard to check the fax machine. Richard will come up 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#: Good morning, Miss Wang.
#Person2#: Good morning, Mr. Lee.
#Person1#: It's a beautiful morning, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a nice day, indeed.
#Person1#: I hope it won't be too hot. I can't stand the heat.
#Person2#: Really? For me, too. | Miss Wang and Mr.Lee think it's a beautiful morning. | 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 been having any problems lately?
#Person2#: No, but the nurse at school says that I should have my blood pressure checked.
#Person1#: Do you have a history of high blood pressure?
#Person2#: No, I have never been told that I have high blood pressure.
#Person1#: High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it hardly ever has symptoms.
#Person2#: How do you check for high blood pressure?
#Person1#: We are going to use this cuff here, and it will give me a reading.
#Person2#: What do the numbers mean?
#Person1#: They tell me how much your heart is working at rest when pumping blood.
#Person2#: Good. That will help me know how I am doing. | #Person2# comes to #Person1# to check the blood pressure. #Person1# tells #Person2# about high blood pressure and explains the meaning of the numbers. | 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 are not looking very cheerful. What's the matter with you?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing special. I'm just thinking a lot.
#Person1#: About the job?
#Person2#: About everything. About catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television program...
#Person1#: You need a holiday.
#Person2#: It wasn't always like this, you know.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, our great great grandfathers had more fun, didn't they? I mean, they hunted for their food and grew their own vegetables and did things for themselves. We do the same sort of job for years and years. There's no variety in our lives.
#Person1#: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter is with you. | #Person2#'s tired of the daily routine and thinks the older generations had more fun. #Person1# advises #Person2# to take a holiday. | 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#: So, how long have you been in the peace core?
#Person2#: For about a year now.
#Person1#: Do you enjoy it?
#Person2#: Most of the time, the work can be very difficult sometimes.
#Person1#: What's the most difficult thing about being in the peace core?
#Person2#: For me, it's finding a way to fit into a community that's very different from my own.
#Person1#: And what's the most exciting thing?
#Person2#: That's easy. The most exciting thing about being in the peace core is learning about another culture. | #Person2# has been in the peace core for about a year and shares #Person2#'s experience there with #Person1#. | 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 looking for a Father's Day gift. Can you help me?
#Person2#: OK. How about getting your father a new wallet? This brown leather one is only $25.
#Person1#: Emm, the design is good and the color is my father's favorite. However, I don't have that much money. I'm just a student.
#Person2#: OK. How much do you have?
#Person1#: $10. I have been helping my mom around the house for the past week to earn some money. This is all I have.
#Person2#: Hmm, how about this tie?
#Person1#: That's really pretty, but the price tag says $15. I know I don't have that much.
#Person2#: Well, the tie is on sale now. It costs $8 only.
#Person1#: Oh, thanks. I'll take it. | #Person1# wants to get a Father's Day gift. #Person2# recommends a wallet but #Person1# can't afford it. #Person2# then suggests a tie on sale and #Person1#'ll take 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#: Excuse me. I wonder if you could tell me how to find a place to have my shoes mended. I'm new in town.
#Person2#: Ah, there is a good shop not far from here. Go straight ahead and walk about three blocks. I can't remember the name of the shop, but you'll find it. It's near the police station. By the way, you know about the Town Guide? It's a thin book and has all kinds of useful information. You'll find one in any bookstore.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot! You've been so helpful. Let's see. Did you say the repair shop was three blocks away from here?
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: Thanks again. | #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the repair shop where #Person1# can have the shoes mended. | 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#: Alex, shall I start the packing?
#Person2#: The packing? No, no, don't worry. We may have to change your plan.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: We may not go to Schottland. We may go to wheels or England instead. We can decide after the weather forecast.
#Person1#: OK. Is it time to watch the forecast for tomorrow on TV?
#Person2#: Yes, listen. northern Schottland will be cold and there may be snow somewhere.
#Person1#: In the north of England, it will be a wet day and rain will move into Wales during the afternoon.
#Person2#: Eastern England will be generally dry and it will be a bright clear day with sunshine, but it may rain during the evening.
#Person1#: In the southwest, it may be foggy during the morning, but the afternoon will be clear and may be windy later in the day.
#Person2#: Now, where are we going?
#Person1#: It's up to you. | Alex tells #Person1# they may have to change the travel destination according to the weather. They watch the forecast for tomorrow but still can't decide where to go. | 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 I was a child, my ambition was to be a train driver.
#Person2#: That isn't a suitable job for women.
#Person1#: Yeah, well. My uncle drove a train and I wanted to be just like him.
#Person2#: Why didn't you realize your dream?
#Person1#: Well, my parents objected. Now of course, I realize that it's dangerous and extremely demanding. When I was in high school, I wanted to be a chemist. But I gave it up because my grades were bad.
#Person2#: How do you feel about your nursing work here?
#Person1#: It is badly paid and stressful, but I think it is rewarding to look after patients. | #Person1# tells #Person2# her dreams were to be a train driver and a chemist. Now, she thinks looking after patients is rewarding. | 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#: We're considering of ordering 200 computers, but I'm wondering about the price you'll possibly offer.
#Person2#: Our price will be not less than $ 5000.
#Person1#: Your price is higher than I expected. Could you give us a little discount?
#Person2#: This is already our best price.
#Person1#: But the price is always negotiable and you should consider our quantity of order.
#Person2#: Well, what would you suggest?
#Person1#: Could you make it $ 4500?
#Person2#: I'm afraid that there is no room to negotiate the price. This is the best price we can quote.
#Person1#: Can we meet each other half way?
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Let's close the deal at $ 4800, OK?
#Person2#: You drive a hard bargain! OK, that's a deal. | #Person1# wants to order 200 computers and asks for a discount. #Person2# refuses at first. #Person1# suggests meeting each other halfway and #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#: What are you doing here today?
#Person2#: I would like to fight my ticket.
#Person1#: Is the arresting officer in the courtroom today?
#Person2#: Yes, the officer is here today.
#Person1#: What's your case?
#Person2#: I was pulled over for running a red light, but I never did.
#Person1#: Do you believe that the officer lied?
#Person2#: There was a camera on the signal. So, he was obviously lying.
#Person1#: Your license plate was caught on camera?
#Person2#: A picture of my license plate was never taken.
#Person1#: Since there is no picture of your license plate on record, I'm going to let you go.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm glad that you believe me. | #Person2# wants to fight the ticket and tells #Person1# no picture of #Person2#'s license plate was taken. #Person1# believes #Person2# and lets #Person2# go. | 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, I am afraid that the fax machine in my room won ' t be working till tomorrow. A technician has just come and checked it. He will bring me a new one tomorrow. It seems there is a big problem with mine and it will take some days for repairing. Can I use the one in your office?
#Person2#: Of course you can. I am sure this one works very well. I just sent dozens of pages. How many pages are you sending? Are you familiar with my fax machine?
#Person1#: Yes, I think you have the same model as I have. Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol?
#Person2#: Yes, it will print immediately. | #Person1#'s fax machine won't be working till tomorrow, so #Person1# asks #Person2# for help. #Person2# allows #Person1# to use the one in #Person2#'s office. | 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 really want to make something for dinner.
#Person2#: What are you going to cook?
#Person1#: I haven't the slightest clue what I'm going to make.
#Person2#: A teriyaki bowl sounds nice.
#Person1#: I don't know how to make that.
#Person2#: All you need to make it is white rice and some teriyaki beef.
#Person1#: That sounds fairly simple, but how do I cook it?
#Person2#: The first and simplest thing you have to do is make some white rice.
#Person1#: What's next?
#Person2#: Then you should shred your beef and pour some teriyaki marinade over it.
#Person1#: What's the next thing I need to do?
#Person2#: Then all you need to do is cook it and enjoy. | #Person1# wants to make something for dinner and #Person2# teaches #Person1# how to cook a teriyaki bowl. | 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, sir.What Can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well. I can't find my key now. I think I have lost it.
#Person1#: Really? Have you left it in your room?
#Person2#: I don't think so. I took it with me when I went out this morning.
#Person1#: Well, in that case, you have to pay for it. Please fill out the form first. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to pay for the key and fill out the form because #Person2# lost 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#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need to check-in for the eleven 20 flight to New York, please.
#Person1#: O. K. Ticket, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Would you like a window or an aisle seat, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: I want an aisle seat as close to the exit door as possible, please.
#Person1#: Very well. Do you have any bags to check?
#Person2#: No, I just have this one small bag.
#Person1#: Here you are, seat 12c. Please go to gate 23 after passing through the security checkpoint.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Have a nice day.
#Person2#: You, too. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to check in for the flight to New York. | 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 honey, how was your day?
#Person2#: It was alright. I ran into Bill and we got to talking for a while. He ' s in a bit of a jam.
#Person1#: Why? What happened?
#Person2#: Well, his son had an accident and Bill doesn ' t have health insurance. This really got me thinking, and I wondered if we shouldn ' t look into a couple of different HMO ' s.
#Person1#: Yeah, you ' re right. We aren ' t getting any younger and our kids are getting older.
#Person2#: Exactly! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage. The deductibles are low, too.
#Person1#: Sounds good, although, do you think we can qualify for insurance? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money.
#Person2#: Well, we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions, so we should be fine.
#Person1#: I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare.
#Person2#: Not in a million years! | #Person2# tells #Person1# Bill's in a jam because his son had an accident but Bill doesn't have health insurance. That reminds #Person2# to search for HMO and #Person1# also thinks it great. | 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 like watching the Winter Olympic Games?
#Person2#: Of course. It's the tradition game in winter, and with good reason. Don't you like watching it?
#Person1#: Of course I do. I love it. All the games are exciting and the competitors are respectable.
#Person2#: That's true. For various reasons, it takes more to hold a fierce game for Winter Olympics than it does for Summer Olympics. You know, the low temperature may cause many problems.
#Person1#: Yeah. What's the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics?
#Person2#: When the Olympic Games started in modern times, only summer events were included. When it grew popular, there came the Winter Olympic Games, which includes a variety of winter sports.
#Person1#: I see. Then, what's your favorite winter sport?
#Person2#: Figure skating. In my eye, nothing beats it.
#Person1#: Then you must know Shen Due and Hao Hongbo.
#Person2#: Oh, I didn't expect you to know them. But yes, I love them not only because of many medals they've won, but also because of many medals they've won, but also because of their spirits.
#Person1#: You should go to talk with May. She is a big fan of them too. | #Person1# and #Person2# like watching the Winter Olympic Games and talk about the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics. #Person2# shares #Person2#'s favorite winter sport and figure skaters with #Person1#. | 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 mom and dad insist that I be home before ten. Do you have a curfew?
#Person2#: Yes. I've had one for as long as I can remember.
#Person1#: I wish my parents were a little more lenient.
#Person2#: I actually like having a curfew. I have an excuse to get to bed on time.
#Person1#: You like going to bed early?
#Person2#: I don't like being too tired the next day.
#Person1#: Well, I still hate having a curfew.
#Person2#: If you stayed up much later, you would see that just about every-thing closes around ten anyway. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the curfew given by their parents. | 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 going to leave school at the end of the term?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I'm going to be a clerk.
#Person1#: What does a clerk do?
#Person2#: He works in an office. He writes letters and reports, and he types.
#Person1#: I want to be a vet.
#Person2#: A-what?
#Person1#: A vet-a veterinary surgeon.
#Person2#: Good gracious! What's that?
#Person1#: A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals. He's an animal doctor.
#Person2#: I once read a story about a person who talked to animals. It was very interesting. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about what they're going to do after leaving school. #Person1# wants to be a vet and #Person2# wants to be a clerk. | 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, Lucas, how was your trip to Paris?
#Person2#: it was wonderful, but I was so tired.
#Person1#: did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower?
#Person2#: yes, that was the first thing we did. We went all the way to the top. There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there.
#Person1#: what else did you see?
#Person2#: art galleries, cathedrals, statues, fountains, palaces, bistros, there's really too much to say.
#Person1#: you must have had a great time.
#Person2#: yes, at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun. However, on the third day of traveling in the city, I felt sick. I think I had something bad to eat, but it passed by the evening.
#Person1#: yes, you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad. Sometimes new food might disagree with you.
#Person2#: on the fouth day, we went to taste the French cuisine. That was really fantastic! And no stomach problems.
#Person1#: that is great. Everyone says French food is wonderful.
#Person2#: you'll have to try for yourself some day. | Lucas tells #Person1# he visited several places, including the Eiffel Tower, art galleries, etc. But Lucas got sick on the third day because of bad food. #Person1# asks him to be careful with food when he's abroad. | 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 so relieved that your ankle wasn't broken! I feel just awful about this whole thing. I wanna make it up to you. Let me take you out to dinner tonight. My treat.
#Person2#: That sounds great! I'd love to! Here is my address. Pick me up at eight?
#Person1#: Perfect!
#Person2#: Thank you for such a lovely evening! The food was amazing, and I had a great time.
#Person1#: Me too. You look so beautiful tonight! I wish this night would never end. There's something I have to tell you. . .
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day, but I was wrong. A twist of fate brought us together. I crashed into your life and you into mine, and this may sound crazy, but I'm falling in love with you, Veronica. | #Person1# invites Veronica for dinner to make it up to her. Veronica agrees. They have a lovely evening and #Person1# shows love to Veronica. | 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#: Some people pile on their agonise and try to seek other's sympathy by telling them how miserable they are.
#Person2#: Yeah. They take the advantage of other people's hospitality and generosity.
#Person1#: I was fooled once. A lady told me she needed some money to keep the pot boiling. So I gave her some money and bailed her out of the situation. But later I learned that she had lied to me.
#Person2#: You are still wet behind the ears. You should have seen through her.
#Person1#: Nothing rang a bell. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the experience of being cheated by a lady who piled on her agonize and sought #Person1#'s sympathy. | 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#: Ashley, what a great dinner party!
#Person2#: Thank you, Joe. What would you like to drink with your meal? I can offer you wine, mango juice, or water.
#Person1#: Just water would be fine.
#Person2#: Excellent choice. Can I dish you up some chicken?
#Person1#: Yes, the chicken looks wonderful!
#Person2#: How about some salad to go with your chicken?
#Person1#: Sure, I love salad!
#Person2#: Would you like to have rice with your chicken?
#Person1#: Yes, I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken!
#Person2#: Good! Julie, if you could pass this plate down to Joe, I think we are all set. | Ashley offers Joe a great dinner party with drinks, chicken, salad and rice. | 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 didn't pass the final exam in physics.
#Person2#: She must be very sad.
#Person1#: Her parents scolded her severely and she's very depressed now.
#Person2#: At a time like this, what she needs is a pat on the back rather than a blame. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that Mary didn't pass the final exam and is depressed. | 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 a lovely day out today, isn't it?
#Person2#: It's beautiful. Enjoy it while it lasts. It's supposed to get cold tomorrow.
#Person1#: What's the weather forecast for tomorrow?
#Person2#: It's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain.
#Person1#: That doesn't sound pretty.
#Person2#: Do you have any plans for tomorrow?
#Person1#: Well, I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends.
#Person2#: You might want to change your plans. With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow, the roads are going to be rather slippery.
#Person1#: I suppose I should. I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions. Do you have any plans for tomorrow?
#Person2#: I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon.
#Person1#: If you're lucky, it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day!
#Person2#: If that happens, then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies.
#Person1#: That sounds like fun.
#Person2#: Hey, look outside! It's started to drizzle!
#Person1#: English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought. | #Person2# tells #Person1# it's supposed to snow and rain tomorrow. If it snows heavily tomorrow, they will change their plans and drink hot cocoa and watch movies at home. | 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 you are. How is Danny?
#Person2#: Better now. We are just back from the hospital. We were lucky to meet a well-known doctor.
#Person1#: What did the doctor say?
#Person2#: He said that he had a really bad cold.
#Person1#: Shall we go back home now?
#Person2#: The dispensary closed. Here is the given prescription.
#Person1#: I bought some advanced medicine. Is there anything you need?
#Person2#: Probably not. Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription.
#Person1#: Now what?
#Person2#: I'll go back home with Danny. You go to the pharmacy again.
#Person1#: Okay, this is the third time.
#Person2#: What? How come? The third time?
#Person1#: You don't have to know. Bye for now.
#Person2#: Be careful. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Danny has a really bad cold. Since the dispensary closed, #Person2# asks #Person1# to go to the pharmacy to buy ethical drugs. | 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#: Honey, could you help me operate the VD player? It can't play.
#Person2#: Oh, are the connections correct?
#Person1#: I think so.
#Person2#: Let me see. Look! You confused the video frequency with the audio frequency.
#Person1#: I'm too careless.
#Person2#: Can it work now?
#Person1#: No.
#Person2#: So what's the problem? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk.
#Person1#: It's a new disk.
#Person2#: Give it to me.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Uh, the movie of Tom Hanks. I know why it can't play. This is a DVD disk. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to help to operate the VD player. #Person2# finds the reason why it can't work is it's a DVD disk. | 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 interested in mountaineering?
#Person2#: Yes. in some sense. I should say I like mountain climbing, you know, because I'm not so professional. How about you?
#Person1#: I'm the same with you, an amateur mountain climber. 1 went climbing in the Rocky Mountains with my friends last summer vacation. We spent two days in the mountains.
#Person2#: How did you spend the night there?
#Person1#: We pitched a tent in the night, waiting for the sunrise. Wow! It was too beautiful.
#Person2#: I had a similar experience, but that was on the top of Tasha Mountain in my country.
#Person1#: Tasha Mountain? It's very famous in China, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. It IS one of the Five Mountains.
#Person1#: I want to climb Tasha Mountain this summer vacation. Would you be my guide?
#Person2#: I'd love to. | Both #Person1# and #Person2# are amateur mountain climbers and they share their experiences of climbing the mountains. | 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 problems will exporters face in moving to the foreign market?
#Person2#: An exporter needs to know the social characteristics of people he is dealing with.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: What do they like or dislike. What languages do they speak, what religions do they follow.
#Person1#: Reasonable.
#Person2#: Especially he needs to know their behavior, their habits, their way of life and the things they are used to.
#Person1#: Sometimes people in different countries, or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture. | #Person2# tells #Person1# what problems exporters will face in moving to the foreign market. | 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. How can I help you?
#Person2#: We want to look at some of your products.
#Person1#: This way please. We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers.
#Person2#: Could you commend me some moisturizers?
#Person1#: Your T-zone gets oily easily, but your cheeks are dry in winter. Am I right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: This ' Cream of Olives ' is our bestseller for combination skin. You can try it on your hand.
#Person2#: Oh, very good. I will buy this one.
#Person1#: All right. Anything else?
#Person2#: No. Thank you.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | #Person1# recommends a moisturizer to #Person2# based on #Person2#'s skin type and #Person2# buys 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#: May i help you?
#Person2#: I hope so, do you have a shopping skirts? something i could wear working in a ban?
#Person1#: Sure, here you are.
#Person2#: It is nice, may i try it on?
#Person1#: Yes, the fitting room is over there, it looks fantastic on you, this style color in sizes natural here and figure, perfectly.
#Person2#: Does this fashion really fit my figure?
#Person1#: I think so, but the true thing is you look sharp in any style.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you, just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body.
#Person1#: Absolutely, i go to there to work three times a week, bend it for 6 month now.
#Person2#: I thought you recognize she from there.
#Person1#: Oh, you like the rolling machine.
#Person2#: Yes, it is really good for my arms and shoulders, ok, i will take this one, do you have a blue in this size style? i want one for my sister, she has a great figure and she loves blue.
#Person1#: No problem, is this blue ok?
#Person2#: Oh, good, do you have a discount for two?
#Person1#: Yes, we do, there is a 90 percent for two.
#Person2#: That is great, i will take this two, how much is that?
#Person1#: The total is 90 dollars including tax.
#Person2#: Ok, 90 dollars, do you accept this card?
#Person1#: Yes, we do, debit or credit?
#Person2#: Debit card.
#Person1#: Please keen your key number here, do you want to any extra cash back?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Have a good day.
#Person2#: Thanks, you too, how see your maxes sometime.
#Person1#: Great, take care.
#Person2#: Thanks, byebye. | #Person2# wants to buy a skirt that she could wear working on a ban. #Person1# recommends her a skirt and it looks good on her. #Person2# buys it and also buys a blue one in this size style for her sister. | 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#: Janice, the president of our company, Mr. Smith, will invite two programmers to give us a lecture this afternoon. Are all the members notified?
#Person2#: Yes. I have given all the designers notice of meeting by telephone.
#Person1#: Is the room ready for the lecture now?
#Person2#: Yes, I have prepared. I have also prepared a meeting memo.
#Person1#: Excellent. How about the microphone and speaker?
#Person2#: I have also got them ready for the lecture.
#Person1#: Write up the official notice in duplicate. Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests.
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: How would you seat them?
#Person2#: I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by. What time would you like to provide the refreshment?
#Person1#: Well, after the half of the meeting, there will be an interval for rest and refreshment. | Janice tells #Person1# she has notified all the members and prepared the room, equipment and name cards for the lecture. #Person1# asks Janice to provide the refreshment during the interval. | 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#: Cindy! Are you getting take-out?
#Person2#: Yeah, do you want something?
#Person1#: Yeah, thanks. Could you pick me up a chicken salad sandwich, an order of fries, and a large diet coke?
#Person2#: No problem. Do you have any cash on you? I don't think I have enough. | #Person1# asks Cindy to pick #Person1# up some take-out. | 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 know what time it is?
#Person2#: Um. Ten?
#Person1#: Get in this door young man. It's midnight, you are two hours past curfew.
#Person2#: I know, but it wasn't my fault! I told Jennifer she had to drop me off before ten, but she wouldn't leave the party!
#Person1#: I don't care! You are grounded for life, mister!
#Person2#: Mom! That is so unfair!
#Person1#: You know the rules and you broke them. No allowance and no TV for a week. I usually never ground you but this time I have to put my foot down!
#Person2#: What! For being a couple of hours late? You have to be kidding!
#Person1#: I don't want to hear it! Now go to your room! | #Person2# comes back two hours later than curfew. His mom is angry and tells #Person1# no allowance and no TV for a week. | 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 a lovely tapestry! Don't you think we could use one to decorate our room?
#Person2#: I think we can have a try.
#Person1#: Artistic tapestry is the highest form of expression of the rug weaving art, an exquisite handicraft of superb artistry in typical Chinese style.
#Person2#: I see. Is this the marvelous landscape in Guiling?
#Person1#: I think it is.
#Person2#: Which do you prefer, the linen one, the figured dacron or the brocade?
#Person1#: I prefer the linen one. | #Person1# likes that lovely tapestry. #Person1# and #Person2# will buy the linen one to decorate their 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#: Do you even know where this bus is supposed to go?
#Person2#: It should take us all the way up to Altadena.
#Person1#: Don't you know?
#Person2#: I'm not positive if it does or not.
#Person1#: Is this the right bus, or not?
#Person2#: I have never been on this bus, but I'm sure it's the right one.
#Person1#: Where are we? This is not Altadena.
#Person2#: I know, and we've been on the bus forever.
#Person1#: Tell me what the street signs say.
#Person2#: Oh my gosh, that one says Temple City.
#Person1#: Next time, I'll look for the bus myself.
#Person2#: Well, now I know the bus that'll take us back. | #Person2# doesn't know where the bus is going. Then #Person1# and #Person2# find they're in the wrong direction. | 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#: Now Cathy, do you know when the visitors from India are coming?
#Person2#: We offer them three choices: the end of March, the middle of April and the beginning of May, and choose the earliest one which is good actually with exams coming up in May.
#Person1#: Right. And how many are coming? Did you say about 12?
#Person2#: Yes, they said 12 at first, but changed to 10 this morning.
#Person1#: Good, we have 8 weeks to prepare, here are my suggestions. On the first day, a welcome party, then they can visit the schools in the district on the second and third days.
#Person2#: We've got to remember this group wants to look at how computers are being used in the classroom.
#Person1#: Exactly, so I want to ask Mr. Goodman to give them a talk on this on the afternoon of the third day.
#Person2#: That will fit in very nicely.
#Person1#: And on the last day, they would do some sightseeing, we could take them on the tour of London but many of them may have been there already, and Scotland will be too far away.
#Person2#: Why not take them for a walk along the coast, it should be interesting.
#Person1#: Good idea! Cathy I'm sure they'll like it. | Cathy tells #Person1# when the visitors from India are coming and how many are coming. Then #Person1# and Cathy discuss the plan of how to receive 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#: Well hi there. What are you looking for today?
#Person2#: Uh, I'm just looking.
#Person1#: Well, how about a ring for someone special?
#Person2#: There IS no one special.
#Person1#: Well, take a look at this CD player. A great bargain today only.
#Person2#: Nah. I already have one, plus the handle is cracked.
#Person1#: Okay. Well what about this genuine leather jacket? It would look great on you.
#Person2#: Hum. Let me take a look at it.
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Umm. There are stains on the sleeves. I'll pass.
#Person1#: Well okay. Well, wouldn't you like to walk home with some of these great records? Some of the best hits from the 1960's.
#Person2#: Yeah, let's see. [Yeah] Now here's something I'd ... Ah, these records are scratched.
#Person1#: [Laughter] Just in a couple places. Listen. I'll sell you these ten records for fifty dollars. A steal!
#Person2#: Whoa! They're way too expensive. I'll give you twenty-five bucks for them.
#Person1#: Ah, come on. I can't charge you less than thirty dollars and break even.
#Person2#: Well, that guy over there is selling similar records for a much better price [Ah!], so thanks anyway.
#Person1#: Wait, wait, wait, wait. You drive a hard bargain. Twenty-eight dollars, and that's my final offer.
#Person2#: Huh ... I'll think about it.
#Person1#: Wait, wait, wait, wait. Listen. I'll even throw in this vase.
#Person2#: Now what am I going to do with a vase?
#Person1#: Well, you can give it to that someone special when you find her... and this ring would look great with it.
#Person2#: Oh, I'll stick with the records. | #Person2# is looking around in the store and #Person1# recommends #Person2# with several items, including a ring, a CD player and a genuine leather jacket. #Person2# drives a hard bargain and finally buys the records. | 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 did you like Egypt?
#Person2#: Oh, perfect. It's one of the most interesting places I've ever seen.
#Person1#: Where did you go?
#Person2#: Well, we spent most of the time in Cairo and Luxor.
#Person1#: What's there to see in Cairo?
#Person2#: Well, not all that much, in fact, but there is the museum and the pyramids, and that's really something.
#Person1#: What's the city like?
#Person2#: It's very large, and the streets are always noisy and dirty.
#Person1#: I thought you liked it.
#Person2#: Well, I did in a way. It's very different, but I liked Luxor better. Luxor's a little town fight on the banks of the Nile. It's very quiet and peaceful and much cleaner than Cairo. And actually I did more sightseeing there.
#Person1#: Did you buy anything?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. There are some excellent shops in Luxor with all sorts of interesting things. A lot better than Cairo, in fact, I bought a gold necklace. Want to see it?
#Person1#: Sure. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the trip to Egypt. #Person2# describes Cairo and Luxor where #Person2# did some sightseeing and bought a gold necklace. | 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#: Dr. Stone, how did you become an expert on smell?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't intend to in the first place. But when I was in university, there was a course on senses. The other senses seem to be more concrete somehow, but smell is so personal. I found it extremely interesting.
#Person1#: Do you have any interesting information to give us about smells?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. Did you know that it's harder to forget smells than to forget facts? There have been experiments where people could pick out a particular smell thirty days after smelling it for the first time.
#Person1#: Really? So smells can bring back more memories than, say, music?
#Person2#: That seems to be the case.
#Person1#: That's interesting. So what's your favorite smell?
#Person2#: Oh, I have lots of different ones. The smells of the sea reminds me of happy family holidays, and the smell of roses makes me think of my friend's house. Strangely enough, I like the smell of air craft fuel at airports. Then I know I am going to fly somewhere exciting. But it's the general smell of my garden in the rain that I really like the most. That means I am at home where I should be. | Dr. Stone shares with #Person1# how he became an expert on smell, some interesting information about smells and the favorite smell. | 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 evening, ma'am. Table for one?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Will this table be all right?
#Person2#: Actually, I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible.
#Person1#: Certainly. How about this one?
#Person2#: This will be fine, thanks.
#Person1#: ( Handing her a menu) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to choose a table and gives her a 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#: Oh, no. We're going to be late for the meeting.
#Person2#: No. We'll get a cab. It's faster than taking the bus or the subway.
#Person1#: Oh, good. How much will it cost?
#Person2#: Well, cabs are more expensive than the bus or the subway. It'll probably cost around six dollars. Taxi! ! !
#Person1#: I can't find the business card. Do you know the address?
#Person2#: Yeah. I met with them back in March, remember?
#Person1#: Right.
#Person2#: Driver, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. , please. | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to be late for the meeting and they decide to take the taxi. | 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 ever joined one of those music clubs?
#Person2#: Yes, in fact, I'm in one right now. It's called BMG.
#Person1#: Is it really worth it? I mean after you buy the CDs that you have to buy to be in the club.
#Person2#: I really like it. But I'm also really into music. I would spend much more if I bought them retail.
#Person1#: Do they have a big selection of all different kinds of music?
#Person3#: Everything you can think of and more. Sometimes I have to wait for new albums to go on sale though.
#Person1#: How do you join?
#Person2#: Use one of my referral cards, then I get more free music! | #Person2# is in one music club and introduces to #Person1# the benefits of joining a music club. | 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, there's Leo. I wonder why he's walking arm in arm with that young woman.
#Person2#: It's as plain as the nose on your face. They're dating each other.
#Person1#: You're pulling my leg! She must be thirty years younger than Leo. Talk about robbing the cradle!
#Person2#: Well, you can bet this relationship's going to be a flash in the pan.
#Person1#: It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn't have a girlfriend last week.
#Person2#: I think you are absolutely right. Actually, my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks. They got married a month later. | #Person2# says Leo and the young woman are dating each other, which surprises #Person1#. They think it must have been love at first sight. | 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#: Julia, why have you prepared a candlelight dinner? Anything special to celebrate? Did you get a promotion?
#Person2#: Honey, don't tell me that you forgot our anniversary, did you?
#Person1#: Oh, my dear, how can I forget such an important day? I was just kidding. Look at this box.
#Person2#: What's in it?
#Person1#: Have a guess.
#Person2#: A necklace?
#Person1#: No.
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: Open it now.
#Person2#: Oh, my god. A diamond brooch. It's so beautiful. You're so kind to me, A. Thank you!
#Person1#: You're welcome, honey. I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future. | Julia has prepared a candlelight dinner to celebrate the anniversary and #Person1# sends her a diamond brooch as a present. | 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! How are you going?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. How are you doing this morning?
#Person1#: Not bad. How about you? Haven't seen you for a long time.
#Person2#: Yes. I've been to New York. I got back only yesterday.
#Person1#: Did you enjoy yourself?
#Person2#: Very much. New York is such a nice place. Shall I show you some photographs?
#Person1#: Thanks, I like looking at photographs. How nice! Oh, I'm afraid I must be going now. I've got an appointment . Have a good day.
#Person2#: You too. I hope to see you soon. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye. | #Person1# and #Person2# have a quick talk about their recent development. | 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 is your birthday?
#Person2#: August 1st.
#Person1#: Do you usually have a birthday party?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. My parents prepare dinner for me.
#Person1#: What would you do at the party?
#Person2#: We sing' Happy Birthday' at the party and have birthday cakes.
#Person1#: Do you know when people began to sing the song'Happy Birthday'?
#Person2#: Well, I don't know.
#Person1#: Let me tell you the story. In 1892, Patty Smith Hill and Mildred Hill wrote a song called' Good Morning to you'. But later someone added the words 'Happy Birthday' to their tune.
#Person2#: So the 'Happy Birthday' song has been popular since then?
#Person1#: Yes, actually, the song has been sung since its publication in 1932. People all over the world have sung it in many different languages. | #Person2# usually has a birthday party prepared by #Person2#'s parents. #Person1# tells #Person2# the story of the song 'Happy Birthday'. | 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 am calling to ask the position of HR manager. Could you tell me more about it?
#Person2#: Yes. We are looking for someone who are well-educated and have all-round experience as a manager.
#Person1#: I have a master's degree in HR management in Peking University. And I worked as a HR manager in a European enterprise for many years. I know it is not just some clerical issues, but more social work with reason and patience.
#Person2#: Great. What about having a formal interview on Monday next week?
#Person1#: OK, thanks a lot. See you then. | #Person1# calls to ask the position of an HR manager. After a brief introduction to #Person1#, #Person2# proposes to have a formal interview. | 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, I'm George. I'll be your waiter this evening. Are you ready to order or do you need a few more minutes?
#Person2#: I'm ready now. I'd like the roast chicken and a side order of corn.
#Person1#: And would you like an appetizer before your meal? The soup of the day is our delicious tomato soup.
#Person2#: I'll pass on the soup, but I'd like a garden salad.
#Person1#:
#Person3#:
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a glass of iced tea.
#Person1#: Okay. I'll be back in a minute with your drink and salad.
#Person2#: Thank you. | George helps #Person2# to order the meal and will come back with #Person2#'s drink and salad. | 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 is that?
#Person2#: Take me to the airport, please.
#Person1#: (while driving)Are you in a hurry?
#Person2#: I have to be there before 17 00.
#Person1#: We'll make it except a jam. You know it's rush hour.
#Person2#: There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person1#: I'll do my best.
#Person2#: (After arriving on time) Here's twenty dollars.
#Person1#: Do you have small bills?
#Person2#: No. If you can't break it, keep the change. But can you give me a receipt?
#Person1#: Here is your receipt. Thank you. | #Person1# takes #Person2# to the airport. After arriving on time, #Person2# asks #Person1# to keep the change and give #Person2# a receipt. | 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 will you do after graduation, Rose?
#Person2#: I'd like to be a computer programmer.
#Person1#: A computer programmer. Why?
#Person2#: I want to make more money. I see my parents working in the restaurant every day but they don't earn much.
#Person1#: Ah, I see, but are you good at operating computers?
#Person2#: Yes, I got the first place in the computer competition last week.
#Person1#: That job isn't easy I think.
#Person2#: Yes, but I love to work with computers.
#Person1#: Have you any working experience?
#Person2#: No, but I will work in a computer company this summer.
#Person1#: Wish you good luck.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Rose tells #Person1# that she wants to be a computer programmer after graduation because she wants to make more 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#: Good afternoon, how may I help you, Madam?
#Person2#: Hello, I reserved a room here. The day before yesterday, are room for 2 from the thirteenth to the fifteenth.
#Person1#: Ok, may I have your name?
#Person2#: Yes, it's Jenny Green.
#Person1#: Just one moment, please. Ah yes, here it is, I'll just print out the details for you to confirm. You are in room 408.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: And could you fill in your details in the guest book, please? Name, home address, today's date thirteenth and your signature?
#Person2#: Ok, here you are.
#Person1#: Ok, please phone or come down to reception if you need anything. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 9:30 in the Green Hall, and check out time is 11:00 o'clock.
#Person2#: Thank you, would it be possible to have a newspaper sent to my room?
#Person1#: Yes, certainly, which newspaper would you like?
#Person2#: The Times, please. | #Person2# reserved a room the day before yesterday. #Person1# helps her check in and asks her to fill in the details in the guest book. #Person2# then asks for a newspaper. | 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 help you?
#Person2#: Yes, today is my first day. Do you know where the photo copier is?
#Person1#: Of course, I'll show you. My name is David. I'm the sales manager. Nice to meet you.
#Person2#: Me too. I'm working in the sales office. How long have you been working here?
#Person1#: About 6 years so far.
#Person2#: You must like it then.
#Person1#: Yes, it's a good company to work for. The staff is friendly and the benefits are great.
#Person2#: What do you think about the boss? Is he really strict? I hear that sometimes he loses his temper easily.
#Person1#: No, he's quite the opposite. He's easygoing. Sometimes he gets angry, but usually forgets about it later.
#Person2#: Oh, I guess he is a nice person. I see the photo copier. Thanks for your help. | #Person2# asks #Person1# where the photocopier is. They introduce each other and talk about the company and the boss. | 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, Jenny, you look great today.
#Person2#: Thanks. You know, I'm having a birthday party this weekend.
#Person1#: Oh, really? That's wonderful.
#Person2#: I'd be glad if you could come.
#Person1#: I'd love to. When and where?
#Person2#: 7:00 pm, Saturday night at my dormitory.
#Person1#: Oh, I can't wait to attend. | Jenny invites #Person1# to come to her birthday party. #Person1# 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#: Sam, you look unhappy, what's going on?
#Person2#: It's about my business.
#Person1#: Why? What's wrong with it?
#Person2#: I don't have enough customers. I don't know what to do with it.
#Person1#: Are you advertising?
#Person2#: Yes, I've advertised with newspapers, magazines and billboards, but failed to see any obvious effect.
#Person1#: Then, have you posted anything on line?
#Person2#: No, I don't think people will see my business on the Internet.
#Person1#: Come on! people are surfing the Internet all the time these days. Definitely they would see it.
#Person2#: But people are just chatting, watching movies or playing games on line. I mean, mostly for entertainment.
#Person1#: Oh no, the Internet has become a very big market for business, don't you know that?
#Person2#: Alright I'll have a try. | #Person1# finds Sam look unhappy. Sam tells #Person1# he doesn't have enough customers. #Person1# suggests putting some advertisements online and Sam'll have a 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#: Do you know why Thursday is called Thursday?
#Person2#: Huh? What are you talking about?
#Person1#: OK. Let me put my question this way. Do you know who Thor is?
#Person2#: Thor? You mean the god in Norse mythology.
#Person1#: Correct. So Thursday actually is Thor's day in memory of the god of Thunder.
#Person2#: That's new to me. What about Wednesday?
#Person1#: Well, we can consider Mr. Wednesday as Mr. Thursdays' father.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: Wednesday actually is Woden's Day, and Woden is the old English for the god Odin, Thor's father. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the origin of Thursday and Wednesday. | 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, look at this friendship quiz.
#Person2#: Why don't you try it? The first question, how often do you get in touch with your friends?
#Person1#: Hmm... My friends aren't in the same secondary school as me, and I dislike ringing people up. I don't call my friends, even once a week.
#Person2#: That means seldom. Secondly, how many friends can you talk with when you are upset?
#Person1#: Oh, I can't think of any. I usually talk with you or mom when I feel sad.
#Person2#: Poor Susan, you can't rely on us all the time. The last question, your friend wants to talk with you. Where would you have the talk?
#Person1#: Well, we can't talk in the classroom. Maybe I would talk to her in a shopping center. We can talk and shop at the same time.
#Person2#: Oh, Susan. You've only got 8. I think you should get along with your friends. Why not call or visit them often?
#Person1#: You are right, Dad. | Susan is taking the friendship quiz but only got 8. Her Dad thinks she should get along with her friends more and call or visit them often. | 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 for calling target.com. My name is Angela, and I'd be happy to assist you today. What is the name on the account?
#Person2#: Mark Sanchez.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Sanchez. What's your email address?
#Person2#: It's [email protected].
#Person1#: Thank you, how may I help you today?
#Person2#: I ordered some gifts from your website last week, but they haven't arrived yet. They were supposed to be here 2 days ago.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that sir, do you have the order number?
#Person2#: Yes, it's 855321.
#Person1#: One moment, please, alright sir, I think I've discovered what's going on. A couple of items in your order were damaged during transport. We are in the process of shipping your new items, but it could take up to 10 days for you to receive them. | Mark calls target.com to ask about the gifts he bought. Angela tells him the orders were damaged and they're in the process of shipping Mark new items. | 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. Come back into the classroom, class.
#Person2#: Does the class start again, Ma'am?
#Person1#: Yes, but to the heath, this break has last long enough.
#Person2#: Oh, breaktime flies so fast.
#Person1#: Come on, baby. It's time to class now.
#Person2#: Ma'am, please. Another minute, could I?
#Person1#: Hurry up, little boy. | #Person1# tells #Person2# to go back into the classroom but #Person2# asks for another minute. | 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, Jack, we are having a party tonight, wanna coming enjoy us? You can bring your girlfriend, Tina.
#Person2#: I don't have a girlfriend. I'm single.
#Person1#: Oh, that's right. Well, there are going to be many beautiful girls at the party tonight, anyway.
#Person2#: No, I like being single. I never thought lonely, I'm focus on my career. Maybe I'll start to look for my girl when I achieve success.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: Because I'm living a real world, a man enriched have a good career and make a lot of money. Franklin speaking the girls I've met wounldn't married a man wounldn't make enough money.
#Person1#: I agree, a man needs good career.But that doesn't mean he should have a little fun, too. | Jack tells #Person1# he likes being single and he might look for a girlfriend after he has a good career. | 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. This is the Directory Assistance. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Can you give me the number for Jessica Hanson on locks Ave?
#Person1#: I ' m sorry. There is no listing under that name. Are you sure of the name?
#Person2#: Yes, I ' m pretty sure.
#Person1#: Do you have her address?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. It ' s 109 Locks Ave, L8V 4N9.
#Person1#: That ' s an unlisted number. I ' m sorry, but I can ' t give it to you.
#Person2#: I see. Thanks anyway.
#Person1#: No problem. | #Person2# wants the number for Jessica Hanson on locks Ave, but #Person1# can't give it to #Person2# because it's an unlisted number. | 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#: Lisa, is there a milk section?
#Person2#: No, there's no such section. The dairy section is where you'll find milk and cheese.
#Person1#: What's Condiments?
#Person2#: That's where you'll find things like salt and pepper.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Let's go to aisle 4 to pick up some pasta for tonight.
#Person1#: Great! Pasta for dinner.
#Person2#: And let's get a loaf of bread at the bakery for breakfast.
#Person1#: Maybe we should get a shopping cart.
#Person2#: I'll put the shopping basket back. | #Person1# and Lisa are buying pasta and bread in a shopping market. | 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 do we need to get from the supermarket?
#Person2#: We need lots of things. I ' ll make a list. We need a bag of sugar, a loaf of bread and a crate of beer.
#Person1#: A crate of beer? Why do we need that?
#Person2#: Just joking. I would like to get a few bottles of beer though. We also need a liter of cooking oil.
#Person1#: we can buy a three-liter bottle. It works out cheaper per liter. We should buy a packet of butter and a few pints of milk too.
#Person2#: I ' d like to get a jar of strawberry jam and a bottle of tomato ketchup. Do we need any meat?
#Person1#: I think we should get half a kilo of minced beef and a few pork chops.
#Person2#: Ok. Let ' s not forget fruit and vegetables. We need a bunch of bananas, a kilo of tomatoes and a bag of potatoes.
#Person1#: We should also get a tube of toothpaste and a bar of soap. Let ' s get a tub of ice cream too. We can treat ourselves.
#Person2#: Ok. We should get a few tins of tuna. Anything else?
#Person1#: I ' d like a few cans of coke. We also need a dozen eggs and half a dozen sausages.
#Person2#: let ' s get a chunk of cheese too. Is that everything.
#Person1#: I think so. I ' Ve got the shopping list, so let ' s go. | #Person1# and #Person2# are making a shopping list before they go to the supermarket, which includes sugar, bread, cooking oil, butter, milk, strawberry jam, ketchup, meat, fruit, vegetables, toothpaste, soap, ice cream, tuna, coke, eggs, cheese, and so on. | 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 company. We are conducting a survey of new employees to find out what influenced them to choose our company.
#Person2#: That's easy. It was your office ergonomics that decided me.
#Person1#: You're kidding! Something as simple as that?
#Person2#: Yes. It is very important to me. My mother worked in offices for twenty years, and she finally had carpal tunnel syndrome. I have been reading about repetitive stress injuries, and I know that so I have determined that I need to work in a company that can protect my body.
#Person1#: Yes, there has been a lot of research into RSI's. Something so simple as proper chair height can prevent injuries. Tell me, did anything else influence your decision?
#Person2#: Yes, I noticed that you have professional training and team-building days. I like the idea of working for a company that invests in its staff.
#Person1#: Well, welcome to the team. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that it was the office ergonomics that decided #Person2# to choose the company and #Person2# likes working for a company that invests in its staff. | 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. |
Subsets and Splits