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#Person1#: United Development Company. May I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to speak to Mr. Hailer, please.
#Person1#: Who shall I say is calling, please?
#Person2#: This is Mr. Dewey from the IM Company.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Dewey, but Mr. Halley is not in at the moment.
#Person2#: When will he come in, do you know?
#Person1#: I suppose he won't be in until 12: 00.
#Person2#: May I leave a message?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Please ask him to give me a call as soon as he returns. He has my number.
#Person1#: Very well, Mr. Dewey, I'll do that.
#Person2#: Thank you. Bye-bye. | Mr. Dewey phones for Mr. Hailer but is told by #Person1# that Mr. Hailer isn't available. Then, Mr. Dewey leaves a message. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Lucy.
#Person2#: Hi, Tom. Haven't seen you for ages. Any news?
#Person1#: I'm going to take a business course when I leave school.
#Person2#: Are you? Very glad to hear it. Then what are you going to do when you finish?
#Person1#: Oh, I shall go back to Shanghai to practise there.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You know there are more opportunities for business there than in Beijing. And English is very useful in the job.
#Person1#: Yes, I think it'll be very useful in many ways.
#Person2#: Besides, Shanghai is an international trade centre. English is used almost everywhere.
#Person1#: Then I'll be a very promising businessman there. | Tom tells Lucy about his plan. Tom will take business courses and go to Shanghai. Lucy thinks Shanghai is great for business. | 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#: Tom, I rang you yesterday, but you were out.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Mary. But I came home quite late yesterday about half past nine in the evening. Jim and Betty invited me to go for a picnic.
#Person1#: Oh, how lovely, Tom! And did you like the picnic?
#Person2#: Yes, I liked it very much.
#Person1#: When did you leave, Tom?
#Person2#: Jim and Betty came in their car about ten o'clock in the morning, and we left soon afterwards.
#Person1#: And where did you go for the picnic?
#Person2#: We went to National Park.
#Person1#: Oh, it's lovely in National Park at this time of the year.
#Person2#: Yes, and the sun shone all day.
#Person1#: There's a river in National Park; did you have your lunch near the river?
#Person2#: Yes, we had lunch near the river. Then, after lunch, we went for a walk along the river. Then we climbed up to the top of a hill, and looked at the beautiful view.
#Person1#: What did you do then, Tom?
#Person2#: Well, we went back to the car, and we drove to another part of National Park, and we had afternoon tea there. Then we started to drive home.
#Person1#: Oh, you left early!
#Person2#: Yes, Mary. But it took a long time to reach home because there was a lot of traffic on the road.
#Person1#: Well, that was a lovely day's outing.
#Person2#: Yes, I had a very good time. | Mary asks Tom about the picnic yesterday and Tom shares with her his enjoyable picnic experience. Tom went to the National Park and had lunch near the river. He also took a walk and climbed a hill; then he had afternoon tea. Mary thinks it's lovely. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How do you feel?
#Person2#: I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist.
#Person1#: Here is the bigger size.
#Person2#: This one fits me well but it is too expensive, can you make it a little cheaper? | #Person2# tries on clothes and then bargains 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#: Excuse me, did you see a set of keys?
#Person2#: What kind of keys?
#Person1#: Five keys and a small FooWa ornament.
#Person2#: What a shame! I didn't see them.
#Person1#: Well, can you help me look for it? That's my first time here.
#Person2#: Sure. It's my pleasure. I'd like to help you look for the missing keys.
#Person1#: It's very kind of you.
#Person2#: It's not a big deal. Hey, I found them.
#Person1#: Oh, thank God! I don't know how to thank you, guys.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person1# lost keys and asks #Person2# for help. #Person2# finds keys, and #Person1# is grateful. | 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 gone to school today?
#Person2#: I went to school today. Did you go to school?
#Person1#: I couldn't go to school today, I was sick.
#Person2#: That's horrible. I'd be happy to give you the assignments from English class.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, that's kind of you.
#Person2#: Don't mention it.
#Person1#: When you miss a day of school, I'll be happy to give you the English assignments.
#Person2#: That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# was absent from school due to ailments. #Person2# offers to give assignments. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I need to get some beef.
#Person2#: Do you know what kind of beef you want?
#Person1#: I want to get some ground beef.
#Person2#: How many pounds do you need?
#Person1#: I would like four pounds of ground beef.
#Person2#: What kind of ground beef do you need?
#Person1#: I would like the extra lean.
#Person2#: Let me go and get that for you.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: No problem. I'll wrap it up for you now.
#Person1#: I appreciate that. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy four pounds of the extra-lean ground beef. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I can't believe that Anthony is finally getting married!
#Person2#: Yeah well it's about time! He's been living with his parents for 40 years!
#Person1#: Don't be mean. Look here come the bridesmaids! Their dresses look beautiful!
#Person2#: Who are those kids walking down the aisle?
#Person1#: That's the flower girl and the ring bearer. I'm pretty sure they're the groom's niece and nephew. Oh, they look so cute!
#Person2#: I just hope the priest makes it quick. I'm starving. I hope the food's good at the reception.
#Person1#: That's all you ever think about, food! Oh, I think the bride's coming now! She looks gorgeous. Wait, what's she doing? Where's she going?
#Person2#: Oh great! Does this mean that the reception is canceled? | #Person1# tells #Person2# about how cute the children at the wedding are and how gorgeous the bride is, but #Person2# only cares about the food. | 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! Is your company advertising for administrative assistant on the newspapers?
#Person2#: Well, Administrative assistant with shorthand and typing skills are badly needed here.
#Person1#: First I want to check about the availability and see if you could give me more information.
#Person2#: The position calls for a person with some working experience. We must be able to benefit from your analytical and interpersonal skills. Can you deliver your resume to us first?
#Person1#: Of course. I will deliver my resume to you in minutes' time. I hope you will consider my application and I shall appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience.
#Person2#: OK. I will call you soon. Bye now.
#Person1#: Bye. | #Person1# phones to inquire about the job. #Person2# answers that the position needs someone with experience and skills. #Person1# will deliver #Person1#'s resume soon. | 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 feeling OK lately?
#Person2#: My coach wants you to check my blood pressure.
#Person1#: Has anyone ever told you that you had high blood pressure?
#Person2#: I don't have any symptoms of high blood pressure.
#Person1#: People with high blood pressure seldom know they have it, which is why we call it the silent killer.
#Person2#: What test do you do for high blood pressure?
#Person1#: We will pump air into this cuff to get a reading.
#Person2#: When you get the reading, what information does it give you?
#Person1#: It tells me how hard your heart pumps blood and how much your arteries relax at rest.
#Person2#: I am hoping that this test goes well for me. | #Person2# comes to check #Person2#'s blood pressure. #Person1# introduces the procedure of the check to #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Asha, is your mother feeling any better?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid not. She's very homesick. She misses her family and friends back in India.
#Person1#: Do you think she will ever move back to India?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. It's very difficult for her, because my father and my sisters all live here in Florida. So she doesn't want to leave us.
#Person1#: Does she ever go to visit her family in India?
#Person2#: She goes back once a year to visit her family and old friends. But, when she's in India, she misses her family in the United States.
#Person1#: It must be very hard for her to always be torn between 2 places.
#Person2#: Yes, it is. And she's always telling us not to forget our Indian culture. So next year, my sisters and I are planning on traveling to India with her for a few months, so that we can all experience the culture together.
#Person1#: I think that's a wonderful idea. She'll be so happy. | #Person1# inquires about Asha's mother. Asha tells #Person1# her mother's homesick and torn between America and India. Asha will accompany her back to India next year for a few months. | 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, everyone. On tonight's program, we have Janet Stott from a travel agency, who's going to talk about visiting the UK. Welcome to the program, Janet. First, telephones. Most people will probably want to phone home sometime during their stay in the UK.
#Person2#: Well, there aren't many red phone boxes left these days. Nowadays, some phone boxes in big cities are like mini Internet cafes, you can phone or e-mail from them. Here is a good tip, phone after 6:00 o'clock PM, calls are cheaper in the evenings until 8:00 o'clock in the morning.
#Person1#: Really? OK, now on to hotels. Hotels are expensive in Britain, aren't they?
#Person2#: Yes, they are. But you can always find a cheaper youth hostel. Look for hostels with a YHA sign they're usually clean and comfortable.
#Person1#: That's true. | #Person1# asks Janet Stottto to talk about visiting the UK. Janet says the phone boxes are like mini Internet cafes and youth hostels are cheap. | 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, can you tell me where I can find dresses for teenagers?
#Person2#: Yes, there on the left next to the purses, but don't you think you should look for something uh a bit more mature?
#Person1#: Oh no it's not for me, I'm looking for a present for my niece. She's turning 16 next week and she's having a big party.
#Person2#: Oh, I remember when my daughter was that age, she's about to graduate college now.
#Person1#: How wonderful. Yeah, Elizabeth is looking at schools right now, will probably take her on a tour of the East Coast colleges sometime in the fall. She lives with my brother and his wife in Oregon.
#Person2#: There are some schools there that offer good programs, but they probably don't get the scenery like we do here on the East Coast. I've always like seeing the seasons change. I went to the university of Pennsylvania. What about you?
#Person1#: I went to Brown University.
#Person2#: Great. So where does your niece want to go to school?
#Person1#: Oh, I think Harvard, Yale and the University of Chicago are her top three choices.
#Person2#: Well, those are all fantastic schools with a long history, but I think it's a good idea to take her to see all those places up close. And in person you can't get a sense of a college until you set would on campus.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more. Well, I'd better get back to my shopping. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about where to buy dresses for teenagers. They start to talk about children and schools. #Person2# went to the University of Pennsylvania, and #Person1# went to Brown University. #Person1# says Elizabeth is looking at schools for #Person1#'s niece and #Person2# suggests taking her to visit the schools. | 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#: Professor Jones, you're a well-known professor of mathematics at the City College. May I ask you a few questions about your favorite hobby?
#Person2#: Sure, I like collecting coins the most.
#Person1#: How long have you been collecting coins?
#Person2#: Since I was 12 years old when my uncle gave me a book with spaces to put coins into.
#Person1#: How did your interest grow?
#Person2#: I finished that book one year later and continued to search for rare and old ones.
#Person1#: Where do you find your coins?
#Person2#: Sometimes I get them from a small shops but I usually buy them from other People who collect coins.
#Person1#: You seem very proud of your hobby.
#Person2#: Of course, I often show my friends the coins I collect, it's a lot of fun I think.
#Person1#: Thank you for your time, professor Jones. I think People will like reading about your hobby. | #Person1# interviews Professor Jones on Professor Jones's favorite hobby. Jones likes collecting coins from the age of 12 and often buys coins from other collectors. Jones is proud of his hobby. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Please help yourself at your dishes. I hope you ' ll enjoy what you ' Ve got.
#Person2#: It suits my taste. You are really a good cook.
#Person1#: Would you like to try my special recipe?
#Person2#: Wow, let me try. It tastes nice. How did you make it?
#Person1#: It ' s as easy as pie. I always follow recipes. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to try #Person1#'s special recipe which #Person2# thinks nice. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: It's time for bed.
#Person2#: I'm not ready to go to sleep. I'm not tired.
#Person1#: It's quite late, and you have an early day tomorrow.
#Person2#: I'm not going to be able to fall asleep.
#Person1#: Why don't you try counting sheep?
#Person2#: I've tried that before. It really doesn't work.
#Person1#: That's beside the point, you still need to go to bed.
#Person2#: Why can't I just stay up until I fall asleep?
#Person1#: If I let you do that, then you're just going to be up all night.
#Person2#: I promise I'll go to sleep soon.
#Person1#: No, you're going to sleep now, so good night.
#Person2#: See you in the morning. | #Person2# doesn't want to sleep but #Person1# insists on #Person2#'s going to bed because #Person2# has an early day tomorrow. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Thomas. Could you spare a minute?
#Person2#: What do you need?
#Person1#: I need to talk to you about that new driver you ' Ve hired. I think I am going to have some problems working with him.
#Person2#: He seems to be quite qualified. If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would work out between yourselves. | #Person1# has some problems working with the new driver. Mr. Thomas prefers they work out between themselves. | 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 think this spring is a good time for us to start looking.
#Person2#: We should plan to move out of here before July. I'm tired of living in apartments.
#Person1#: I know, dear. I am too. But we've just been too busy to look for a house.
#Person2#: We need to find a good realtor.
#Person1#: Not necessarily. If we use a realtor to find a house, it will be more expensive.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Realtors always get a commission.If the realtor helps us find something, we have to pay him.
#Person2#: But doesn't a realtor help with the contract? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles.
#Person1#: Yes, that's often true. But you have to pay them.
#Person2#: I still think we should have a realtor.We ' re new in this country. We don't know all the laws of buying a house.And also, the realtor will inspect the house.He can tell us if the house has
#Person1#: Of course we need a home inspector.But we can hire an inspector on our own.And as for the legal problems, I have friends. They can help us.
#Person2#: So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor?
#Person1#: It takes a little more time. We have to check the ads in the paper.Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads.Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them.
#Person2#: And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor?
#Person1#: Sometimes they do, sometimes they don't. It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Because if the seller has a realtor, their price will be higher.He will have to pay a commission to the realtor.
#Person2#: Hmm. It all sounds very complicated.
#Person1#: It is. But buying a house is very important. So it takes time.That ' s why we haven't done it yet. It's very troublesome.
#Person2#: I want to look in the papers today. Maybe we can see something we like.
#Person1#: Alright. I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drug store. | #Person1# and #Person2# are too busy to look for a house. #Person2# advises to find a good realtor but #Person1# thinks they just need a home inspector because #Person2#'s friends can help with the legal problems. #Person2# prefers finding someone who's selling the house by themselves which saves some 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#: ... so, I said, let ' s take a break. And since that night, I ' Ve been waiting for him to call, but I still haven ' t heard from him. You don ' t think he ' s seeing someone else, do you?
#Person2#: Come on, don ' t be so dramatic! I ' m sure everything is going to work out just fine.
#Person1#: You think so? Oh, no! How can he do this to me? I ' m sure he ' s cheating on me! Why else wouldn ' t he call?
#Person2#: But, you two are on a break. Theoretically he can do whatever he likes.
#Person1#: He ' s the love of my life! I ' Ve really messed this up.
#Person2#: Come on, hon. Pull yourself together. It ' s going to be alright.
#Person1#: But I... I still love him! And it ' s all my fault! I can ' t believe how immature and selfish I was being. I mean, he is a firefighter, it ' s not like he can just leave someone in a burning building and meet me for dinner. I ' Ve totally messed this up!
#Person2#: You know what, Veronica, I think you should make the first step. I ' m sure he ' ll forgive you...
#Person1#: No, this is not gonna happen! I... I ' Ve ruined everything...
#Person2#: do you hear something? | Veronica feels regretful that she broke up with her boyfriend. She thinks she was being immature and selfish and she still loves him. #Person2# advises Veronica to apologize first. | 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#: Ah! It hurts. Don't touch it.
#Person2#: What part hurts?
#Person1#: The shoulder.
#Person2#: Well, maybe you broke it. But what I'm worried about is this cut.
#Person1#: It's not a cut. It's a gash! It's bigger than a cut! Ah! I need a doctor.
#Person2#: C'mon. Just don't move.
#Person1#: I'm bleeding too much.
#Person2#: We don't have a decent First Aid Kit, do we?
#Person1#: Yes. My bike has one under the seat. Get it, quick!
#Person2#: There's some tape, iodine, and cloth bandages. I don't think the cloth bandages can stop the bleeding. What we need is a tourniquet.
#Person1#: Wrap a few loops of the bandages around my upper arm, then twist. That will work as a tourniquet. After that, you can cut more of the bandages to cover the wound.
#Person2#: Good plan. Let me put some iodine on the cut.
#Person1#: No, forget that! Do the tourniquet first. I'm losing too much blood.
#Person2#: Alright, alright. How did you cut this so bad? | #Person1#'s got a gash in the shoulder and gives #Person2# instructions about how to make a tourniquet to stop the bleeding. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I need a room for a few days.
#Person2#: That won't be a problem. Could you please tell me your name?
#Person1#: John Sandals. That's S A N D A L S.
#Person2#: Sir, I'm Michelle, and I run the front desk. Please tell me the days you'll be here.
#Person1#: I'll be there in April Friday through Monday, the 14th through the 17th.
#Person2#: We recently changed many things here, sir, including our prices. Do you mind, sir?
#Person1#: Possibly. What's the actual price?
#Person2#: The price will be $ 308 a night.
#Person1#: $ 308! That's not bad.
#Person2#: Very good. Now, Mr. Sandals, about the room, smoking or nonsmoking?
#Person1#: Nonsmoking, definitely!
#Person2#: Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking. Now, does a queen sound okay?
#Person1#: Yes, that'll be just fine.
#Person2#: One more second, sir. Your reservation is now verified, so all I need is your phone number.
#Person1#: It's 626-555-1739.
#Person2#: Let me repeat that 626-555-1739. Okay, sir, we look forward to seeing you in April! | John Sandals makes a reservation for a nonsmoking room for several days with Michelle'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#: Hi, Mr. Smith. I'm Dr. Hawkins. Why are you here today?
#Person2#: I thought it would be a good idea to get a check-up.
#Person1#: Yes, well you haven't had one for. . . five years. You should have one every year.
#Person2#: I know. I figure as long as there's nothing wrong, why go see the doctor?
#Person1#: Well, the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early. So, try to come at least once a year for your own good.
#Person2#: O. K.
#Person1#: Let me see here. Your eyes and ears look fine. Take a deep breath, please. Do you smoke, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease, you know. You really should quit.
#Person2#: I'Ve tried a hundred times, but I just can't seem to kick the habit.
#Person1#: Well, we have classes and some medications that might help. I'll give you more information before you leave.
#Person2#: O. K. , thanks, doctor. | Mr. Smith comes to have a check-up. Dr. Hawkins advises him to have one every year and recommends classes and some medications to help him 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#: Stop running around in front of the TV, will you? Why don't you just sit and watch?
#Person2#: I've tried, but I can't stand the bald man talking so loudly in the program.
#Person1#: Then stay away. Nobody's keeping you from doing that.
#Person2#: Don't be so irritable. I just don't understand the program, that's all.
#Person1#: All right, I will explain it to you later on. Now scram.
#Person2#: Ok. I will wait until you have had your fun, if that's what you want.
#Person1#: That's exactly what I want, thank you. | #Person2#'s running around in front of the TV, leaving #Person1# irritated. #Person2#'ll wait until #Person1# finishes watching. | 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 think what I did to Elvin was out of line?
#Person2#: You could have tried to explain to him about the new programmers.
#Person1#: Elvin doesn't want any programming help. He wants all the glory for himself.
#Person2#: You might be right. He does think pretty highly of himself.
#Person1#: Did you hear the names he was calling me?
#Person2#: I heard. But did you have to tear out his nose ring? | #Person1# and Elvin had a fight. #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the justice of this event. | 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 do children start school in your country?
#Person2#: Normally at six. Before that, they spend several years in the kindergarten or pre-school education center.
#Person1#: But thats only in the cities, isnt it?
#Person2#: Right. In the countryside, things are more complicated.
#Person1#: Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities?
#Person2#: It depends. In some poor, underdeveloped areas, children's education is a problem. Many kids cannot afford to go to school. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about children's education in the city and in underdeveloped areas in #Person2#'s country. | 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#: Next please! Hello sir, may I see your passport please?
#Person2#: Yes, here you go.
#Person1#: Will you be checking any bags today.
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to check three pieces.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, sir. Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage, at twenty kilograms each, plus one piece of carry-on luggage. I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase.
#Person2#: What? Why! I am taking an intercontinental flight! I'm flying sixteen thousand CMS! How am I supposed to only take two, twenty kilo bags? That's absurd!
#Person1#: I am sorry, sir, there's nothing I can do. You cannot board the flight with that large bag either. Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat. That bag is clearly too big.
#Person2#: Now I see. You charge next to nothing for an international ticket, but when it comes to charging for any other small thing, you charge an arm and a leg! So tell me, miss, how much will I have to pay for all of this.
#Person1#: Let's see. . . six hundred and twenty-five US dollars.
#Person2#: That's more than my round-trip ticket! | #Person2# wants to check three pieces of bags but #Person1# tells #Person2# only two pieces are allowed so the additional suitcase must be charged, which will cost more than #Person2#'s round-trip ticket. #Person2# gets enraged. | 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, wait! I've sprained my ankle.
#Person2#: Oh, my god, are you OK?
#Person1#: Of course not!
#Person2#: Come on, sit down, and let me have a look.
#Person1#: The pain is killing me.
#Person2#: I told you to wear running shoes. But you don't listen.
#Person1#: I thought leather shoes will do just as well.
#Person2#: Hold on, don't move, I will take care of that.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I will get some ice, and put it on your ankle. How does that feel?
#Person1#: God! It's freezing!
#Person2#: Be brave. Don't worry. You will be able to walk soon. | #Person1#'s sprained an ankle. #Person2# gets some ice and puts it on #Person1#'s ankle. | 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. Is there any body here?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I've finished up all my water. I would kill for a sip of water.
#Person2#: Sure, come on in.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. Are you here alone?
#Person2#: My father and sister are out to photographing. What about you?
#Person1#: I'm a back-packer from America.
#Person2#: What is a back-packer?
#Person1#: It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world.
#Person2#: Cool. You must have been to a lot of places.
#Person1#: Yes, actually almost half of all the countries over the world. I love traveling places.
#Person2#: So cool. I want to be a back-packer when I grow up.
#Person1#: You can do it. But do work hard on your English to make it easier.
#Person2#: I'll try my best. | #Person1#, a back-packer from America, knocks upon #Person2#'s door for some water. #Person2# thinks #Person1#'s cool and wants to be a back-packer in the future. | 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#: Happy birthday, Ann. Many happy returns of the day! Here is a present for you.
#Person2#: Thank you, Peter. Come into the dining room. We are going to cut the cake soon.
#Person1#: Ok, who is that girl?
#Person2#: That's Cathy. She is pretty, isn't she? She likes dancing. Ask her to dance.
#Person1#: Well, I don't know.
#Person2#: Don't be afraid. She isn't going to bite you.
#Person1#: Who is afraid? I am not afraid. | Peter seems interested in Cathy at Ann's birthday party so Ann encourages Peter to invite Cathy to dance. | 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, could you help me find a place where I could buy some lunch?
#Person2#: Sure! What kind of food would you like?
#Person1#: I was thinking of pizza or something else Italian, maybe.
#Person2#: I know the perfect place!
#Person1#: Good! Where is it?
#Person2#: It's right past that last building on the left. Do you want me to go with you?
#Person1#: That would be great.
#Person2#: Glad you asked me to join you. This will be fun! | #Person1# asks #Person2# for recommendations about where to buy Italian food. #Person2# tells #Person1# a place and offers to go 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#: Dad, I want to learn how to drive this summer vacation.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You'd better hurry up before they've filled all classes. Many people are learning how to drive now.
#Person1#: I will get registered now at once. Do you know any training schools?
#Person2#: I am not sure. You can search for them on the Internet.
#Person1#: OK. look, I've typed driver schools, and there are so many results coming out.
#Person2#: Let me see. teetee Training School, summer program, 3, 000 Yuan, learn how to drive within one month, and get driver's license within three months.
#Person1#: 3, 000 Yuan is a little bit steep.
#Person2#: I think so. Let's see the next one, 3, 500 Yuan, summer program. Forget it.
#Person1#: I've heard that the Ideal Life School is famous. They offer many programs and there are many classes available. The charge is also fair.
#Person2#: Search on the Internet then, see if we can find something more about it.
#Person1#: Ah, got it. Ideal Life School, programs
#Person2#: Don't worry. Let's check out some other schools. | #Person1# tells #Person1#'s dad wants to learn to drive this summer vacation. Then, #Person1# and #Person1#'s dad begin to search for training schools on the internet. | 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 man! I'Ve been starving myself for days now and I haven't lost an ounce!
#Person2#: Are you trying to lose weight?
#Person1#: Yeah, my friend is getting married next month and I'm supposed to be a bridesmaid. I have to fit into my dress and look nice for her wedding, but I haven't lost any weight! Look at these love handles.
#Person2#: You don't have to starve yourself to lose weight. I think that's where you're going wrong.
#Person1#: Why? If I eat less, then my body will start eating away at my fat reserves, right?
#Person2#: Not really. You should try to not eat foods high in calories, salts or saturated fats. Stay away from oily food and artificial flavors.
#Person1#: So you are saying that I should eat, but I should just watch what I eat?
#Person2#: Yes! You can also try to reduce your intake of carbohydrates and foods that are high in cholesterol. You can have steamed veggies or increase your protein intake found in chicken or fish.
#Person1#: If I do all this do you think I can lose twenty pounds in four weeks?
#Person2#: Don't count on it. | #Person1#'s starving to fit into a dress for a friend's wedding. #Person2# thinks starving is wrong and offers suggestions about losing weight. | 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 have you been?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you.
#Person1#: And how's everyone in your family?
#Person2#: Very well, thank you. I'm meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12:00, would you care to join us?
#Person1#: I'd love to but I'm afraid I can't. I'Ve already got a lunch engagement. | #Person2# invites #Person1# to lunch but #Person1# already has an engagement. | 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 heard there is a big yard sale at weeks this saturday morning, i will go there to see if there is some nice clothes, do you want to go with me?
#Person2#: Well, i want to go to the university flea market, they got times of books, DVDs, and a lot of nice clothing, too.
#Person1#: How about we go to the yard sale first and then to the university flea market?
#Person2#: Good idea, let's shop to we drop! | #Person1# wants to go to a yard sale while #Person2# prefers a university flea market, then they decide to go both. | 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 your strong points?
#Person2#: well, I'm very good with people. I'm honorable. I work hard. I work well under pressure. And I'm patient.
#Person1#: what kind of people do you like to work with?
#Person2#: I like a person who works hard. I don't like lazy people.
#Person1#: what's your greatest strength?
#Person2#: well, this is a challenging question. I suppose I would say that I'm a quick learner.
#Person1#: so, you're smart.
#Person2#: I think so. I think that I am good at what I do.
#Person1#: what do you consider your weakness?
#Person2#: I'm not good at speaking in public. I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public.
#Person1#: that's not a problem. It's unnecessary for this position. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s strong points, greatest strengths, and weaknesses. | 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, Robert, that's a nice shirt you are wearing. Where did you get it?
#Person2#: Thanks, I like it too. I bought it at the nearby department store.
#Person1#: That's nice. Do you know you can get one at the wholesale market near the zoo for a much lower price?
#Person2#: Yeah, I know that. But at those places. the prices they ask you are ridiculously high, and if you don't bargain hard, you will get ripped-off.
#Person1#: True, learning how to haggle the price is one of the things people have to pick up when they come to China for the first time.
#Person2#: Yeah, but personally I hate bargaining. If I bargain, I might come to a lower price. But I will never know the true price of what I am buying, and I'll always have the feeling that I am over charged at those places.
#Person1#: Yeah, I have the same feeling. Also there is another thing that bothers me the quality. Things in a department store are usually quality-guaranteed. But at a wholesale market, you never know whether what you are buying are of good quality or not.
#Person2#: That's why I like department stores more. Shopping at a wholesale market like the locals is one of the few things I am unable to grow accustomed to.
#Person1#: I understand. While it's always good to follow the local customs, I guess there are exceptions. | #Person1# suggests Robert to shop at wholesale markets for a much lower price, but Robert prefers shopping at department stores where the quality can be guaranteed. He tends to be ripped-off at wholesale markets because he hates bargaining. | 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, Betty. Since you'Ve done well during the probation period, we decided to employ you formally. And now we need to sign the formal agreement.
#Person2#: Thank you very much, Mr. Smith. I am very happy that I'll be a member of your team. May I see the agreement first?
#Person1#: Of course. If you have any questions, just bring them out.
#Person2#: OK, thank you. Well, I find that the salary level in this agreement is not like what you have said in the interview. Can you give me some explanations?
#Person1#: Well, it's like this, during your first year, you will enjoy this salary level, a year later, we'll increase your salary by 20 %.
#Person2#: Can we add up this item to the agreement?
#Person1#: Yes, maybe the personnel department made some mistakes in making the agreement. Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: No, thank you. Shall we sign the agreement now?
#Person1#: Yes, welcome to our company. I hope we can cooperate happily.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'll work hard. | Betty finds the salary rate in the agreement is different from what Mr. Smith said in the interview. Mr. Smith explains and will modify it, then Betty's willing to sign the agreement. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: John, could you come to my office? I need to talk to you.
#Person2#: Sure. I'll be there as soon as I finish this document.
#Person1#: No. Come here right now.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go, John.
#Person1#: Why? I work very hard.
#Person2#: Well, you're working very hard but not efficiently. And you don't work well with other employees.
#Person1#: Well, some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with, but if that's important to you. I'll try to get along with them.
#Person2#: I'm afraid it's too late. We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go.
#Person1#: It's unfair.
#Person2#: We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired, because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign.
#Person1#: OK. I need to think about that for a while.
#Person2#: All right, but let me know your decision before the end of the day. | John is fired because he isn't efficient and doesn't get along well with other employees. #Person2# asks John to think of residing because it's good for him to look for another 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#: Hi, What's for lunch?
#Person2#: I don't know. What do you want to eat?
#Person1#: I was thinking of pizza.
#Person2#: That's what I ate yesterday.
#Person1#: Well, what do you want to eat?
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind a burger.
#Person1#: I ate a burger just the other day.
#Person2#: We're going to have to compromise.
#Person1#: You could always get a burger, and I can get a pizza.
#Person2#: Sounds good to me.
#Person1#: Where can we go to get both?
#Person2#: We can get both at the cafeteria. | #Person1# wants pizza while #Person2# wants a burger, so they decide to eat at a cafeteria where they can get both. | 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#: Slow down! You can't exceed the speed limits.
#Person2#: No, I cann't. I'm in a hurry!
#Person1#: No, you can not. It is dangerous.
#Person2#: Shut up! Now you are in my car, you should listen to me. Or you can get off. I've told you I'm in a hurry. I don't want to waste time on the road.
#Person1#: No. You shouldn't drive like that. | #Person2#'s speeding because #Person2#'s in a hurry, but #Person1# insists on #Person2# slowing down. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Let's start the interview with some questions. Tell me about yourself and your past experience.
#Person2#: I have 10 years financial industry experience, working for several companies. For the past two years, I have been working in an investment banking. In addition to my analytical mindset, I have a background of solid accounting principles. I am a team player and have great communication and interpersonal skills. I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments.
#Person1#: What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position?
#Person2#: My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry. Most of my experience has been behind the scenes, doing the calculations. I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged.
#Person1#: Why did you leave your last position?
#Person2#: I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to. I want to find a job that is stimulating, where I can grow.
#Person1#: What are your strengths and weaknesses?
#Person2#: One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible. I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy. I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times. As far as weaknesses, I really enjoy my work, and sometimes I put in too much time. But by being aware of my tendency to overwork, I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime.
#Person1#: How would your boss describe you and your work style?
#Person2#: She'd say I have a lot of initiative, I see the big picture and I do what has to be done. Second, I always meet deadlines. If I say I'm going to do something, I do it. Lastly, I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted.
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations?
#Person2#: I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications. Salary is not the most important factor to me. I'm looking for opportunity.
#Person1#: Do you have any questions?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. What do you see as the future trends for the industry? | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s past working experience. #Person2# leaves #Person2#'s last position to find a stimulating job. Then, #Person2# talks about #Person2#'s strengths and weaknesses, work style, and salary expectations. | 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 some blush. Do you still have some in peach rose?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, that is a beautiful color. It has been very popular blush this season. I have two left.
#Person1#: Great, I'll take one.
#Person2#: Have you heard about our special promotion this month? If you purchase at least 18 dollar 50 cents in any Elizabeth Arden products, you will receive this black poke with a sample of lipstick, mascara and two shades of white shadow.
#Person1#: Wow, that sounds like a bargain. I'm running low on facial moisturizer and toner. Could you ring those up for me too along with the blush?
#Person2#: I'd be glad to. Do you need anything else?
#Person1#: Oh, I almost forgot. It's my mum's birthday Saturday. I need to get her some more Chanel. Could you get me the 1. 7 ounce bottle of Chanel cologne?
#Person2#: That would be my pleasure. I'll wrap the perfume up in the gift box for you too. | #Person1# is looking for some blush and gets interested in #Person2#'s special promotion, so #Person1# also buys facial moisturizer and toner and some Chanel cologne with #Person2#'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#: I enjoy the folk song and dance show very much.
#Person2#: I'm glad you appreciate our folk music. But a live performance is much more interesting.
#Person1#: I can't wait anymore. When does the performance start?
#Person2#: The show starts at 7 and is over at around 10 o'clock p. m.
#Person1#: ( After the show ) It's an excellent musical. The acting was very expressive and the songs and dancing were superb.
#Person2#: I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's had long run, but the house has always been full.
#Person1#: What do you think of the leading actors?
#Person2#: Personally I liked the main character. He was true to type.
#Person1#: You are a better judge. I don't know the play well enough. | #Person1# and #Person2# go to watch a musical show and they both enjoy 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#: Wow, that terrible movie is finally over. Next time I'm picking the film, because I don't want to end up seeing a chick flick.
#Person2#: Well you should have picked, in the end you always complain about everything.
#Person1#: Not everything, just this film. Even the title is ridiculous. and it's so long, those are the two and a half most wasted hours of my life, so much so that I'm thinking about asking them to give me my money back.
#Person2#: I'm thinking of taking you back home. I thought we could have a nice evening, but you're always so negative.
#Person1#: I'm only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage.
#Person2#: You see, that's what I'm talking about, I can't stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
#Person1#: Next time, go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings.
#Person2#: Well he's more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories.
#Person1#: Love stories? More like one-night-stands.
#Person2#: Don't criticize Mario or else I'll start on those fat, drunk friends of yours ; they're no saints.
#Person1#: My friends? Fat? What about those whales you call friends?
#Person2#: You're unbearable ; you can walk home, I'm leaving. | #Person1# complains about the movie but #Person2#'s not happy with #Person1#'s sarcastic jokes, so #Person1# asks #Person2# to go with #Person2#'s gay friend next time. #Person2# is further infuriated and they begin to attack each other's friends. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Steven, we are preparing a martial arts show for the New Year's party. Would you like to join us?
#Person2#: I'd love to! But I have never learned martial arts, and there is only a month left before the New Year.
#Person1#: That's OK. A month is enough for you to learn the basic movements. It would be great to have you with us on the show.
#Person2#: Sounds great! Shall I learn the actions that Jet Li did in the movies?
#Person1#: No. You know, there are many schools and styles of kung fu. What we will perform is a set of Chinese shadow boxing.
#Person2#: Whatever! I'm glad to learn something of Chinese kung fu. Thanks for asking me.
#Person1#: Thank you for joining us! Now let's see some pictures and know more about kung fu.
#Person2#: Good! | #Person1# invites Steven to prepare a set of Chinese shadow boxing for the New Year's party. Steven is willing to join. | 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# manages to take #Person2# to the airport before 17 00. #Person2# asks #Person1# to keep the change and asks for 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#: When will I get a raise?
#Person2#: In three months or so?
#Person1#: You said the same thing three months ago.
#Person2#: Did I? Well. Anyway, you'll get your raise when the economy starts picking up.
#Person1#: You mean I won't get a raise until recession ends?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I got the message. I am quitting. | #Person1#'s quitting because #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can't get a raise until the recession ends. | 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. How can we be of service?
#Person2#: I'm here to see about a Fixed Asset Loan.
#Person1#: OK, are you already an account holder?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. But I'm not sure if I'm eligible.
#Person1#: To find out if you are eligible for our Fixed Asset Loan, we will have to look at various aspects of your business, such as your long-term business prospects, your cash flow, your profitability, your capital structure. . .
#Person2#: For my credit worthiness?
#Person1#: Yes, and then other qualitative factors, such as the transparency of your business operations, your credibility and the integrity of your management. | #Person2# comes to #Person1# to find out if #Person2# is eligible for Fixed Asset Loan. | 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 you plan to order?
#Person2#: I think I'll just have a salad and a cup of tea.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm on a diet, my doctor told me that I should lose some weight because I'm too heavy--and that's not healthy.
#Person1#: How do you feel?
#Person2#: I feel fine, in fact, I've never felt better. Besides, some of my old clothes would fit me if I lost about 40 pounds.
#Person1#: How long will that take you?
#Person2#: Well, I've just started my diet, so it may take me 6 months to get down to my proper weight.
#Person1#: Do you plan to eat nothing but salads for 6 months?
#Person2#: No, I'll be able to eat fruit and certain meats and milk products, but most important, I should never eat anything between meals and I should not eat anything containing sugar.
#Person1#: Then you probably won't want to try the delicious cookies they serve here.
#Person2#: Now that you mention it, I may have 2 or 3, I usually have 5 or 6. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'ll order a salad and a cup of tea because #Person2#'s on a diet and explains in detail about #Person2#'s dieting plan. | 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#: Steve, Can you tell me how long you've been a pub owner?
#Person2#: Well, four years, I suppose. I've been involved with pubs off and on for ten years. I've sort of done hotel work and I've also run a restaurant pub. And now I've got what you call a good old-fashioned pub. That is, a public bar, with all the social games going with it, which is what we've always wanted to have, you know.
#Person1#: It sounds like you've always worked in pubs. but not always in this one.
#Person2#: No, no. I worked in quite a variety of pubs.
#Person1#: What makes a good pub? I mean, you said, you know, it has got a good variety of things.
#Person2#: Well, I think having the right customers to start with, selling the right beer, keeping it good, and most of all, keeping a good attitude yourself, even though you probably feel very tired. But the idea is, if you generate from your side, it's got to affect the other side, if you're getting the right customers in.
#Person1#: Yeah I must say that's one thing that has always struck me about being a pub owner. I mean, a lot of people seem to think that it's a nice job, you know. Everybody says, 'Oh, I'd love to retire and get a country pub. ' But it seems to me that it's actually very hard work. | Steven has been a pub owner for 4 years and tells #Person1# what he thinks makes a good pub. #Person1# thinks pub owner is a very hard 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#: Are there any long rivers in Africa?
#Person2#: Yes, for example, the River Nile is the longest fiver in the world.
#Person1#: Is it Egypt? I hear that it used to flood large areas. What about it today?
#Person2#: In order to control the flood and make electricity, people built the Aswan High Dam on the river.
#Person1#: Then it is another interesting place, isn't it? | #Person2# tells #Person1# the River Nile is a long river in Africa and people built the Aswan High Dam to control the flood and make electricity. | 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#: Peter, people around the world come to America to live, work and study, so to understand America in terms of its cultural differences is very important.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree with you more, Jack. Americans are much more assertive than most foreigners. For example, Americans begin a discussion with a focus on accomplishments and concrete facts.
#Person1#: You're right. America is a rather individualistic society, with less social pressure to conform. So you will need to become more assertive and to speak out on your own behalf.
#Person2#: Another aspect of American behavior is Americans are more guarded about personal space. So when you are talking to an American, don't stay too close. This personal distance is not due to body odor or bad breath, but because closeness lends a sense of intimacy that is out of proportion to the relationship at the moment.
#Person1#: Yes. Also, try to avoid physical contact while you are speaking. Touching is a bit too intimate for casual acquaintances. So don't put your arm around their shoulder, touch their face, or hold their hand. Shaking hands when you initially meet or part is acceptable, but this is only momentary.
#Person2#: In many cultures, eye contact is a sign of disrespect, which is not the ease in America. In fact, it is an indication of openness, honesty, and enthusiasm. | Both Jack and Peter think understanding America in terms of its cultural differences is very important. Peter thinks Americans are much more assertive and more guarded about personal space than most foreigners. | 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 Mark, have you been able to sell your old piano yet?
#Person2#: Oh, you were right, just posting notices on bulletin boards at a couple of supermarkets wasn't enough. I think I have to place an advertisement in the local newspaper. | Mark tells #Person1# he'll place an advertisement in the newspaper to sell his old piano set. | 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! That food was terrific. I can't eat another bite. Are you sure you don't want another dish?
#Person2#: No, I'm full. My stomach isn't growling at me any more.
#Person1#: I know what you mean. I'm so full that I can burst. Shall we go then?
#Person2#: I'm all set. Thank you for the dinner, Jack.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | Jack and #Person2# are both full, then #Person2# thanks Jack for the dinner. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I need to order new business cards.
#Person2#: Do you have any idea how many you'd like?
#Person1#: I think 2, 000 would be enough.
#Person2#: Would you fill out this form, please?
#Person1#: I don't want to make any changes to my old card.
#Person2#: If you detect any difference, I'll take you out to dinner.
#Person1#: . . . Okay, that's it. Here's the form, and here's my old card to use as a model.
#Person2#: Thank you. Your order will be ready seven days from now.
#Person1#: I need it sooner. Let me have it in three days, okay?
#Person2#: We can certainly give you faster turn around, but it will cost you extra. | #Person1# orders 2000 new business cards from #Person2# as the old ones. | 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#: There's a big sale on clothes and sporting goods at Riverside Mall.
#Person2#: Sporting goods? Is that bike Tim wanted on sale?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's 30 percent off the regular price.
#Person2#: Well, maybe we could get it now and hide it until his birthday.
#Person1#: Yeah, it's a couple weeks away, and we don't have anything yet.
#Person2#: Don't buy him underwear again. He hates that.
#Person1#: I know, I know, but if I didn't buy it for him, he'd never buy it.
#Person2#: See anything else we need there?
#Person1#: Well, all shoes are 20 percent off.
#Person2#: Shoes? You already have a closet full of shoes.
#Person1#: I know, but another pair can't hurt.
#Person2#: Oh, all right. I need some new shirts, too. Let's go after breakfast. | #Person2# and #Person1# will shop at Riverside Mall because there's a big sale. They plan to buy a bike for Tim's 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#: Okay, can I ask you something direct?
#Person2#: Ha! It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush.
#Person1#: Fair enough. Give it to me straight. Did she bully you into this?
#Person2#: No, seriously . . . I really want this.
#Person1#: I tell ya, when I got the invite, it really threw me for a loop. You've done a complete 180.
#Person2#: I know. But things have changed. I guess I've settled down.
#Person1#: I guess so. | #Person1#'s astonished when #Person1# got #Person2#'s invite because #Person2# has done a complete 180, but #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# thinks #Person2#'s settled down. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello Michael.
#Person2#: Hello Todd.
#Person1#: We're going to talk about Australia. Or your going to talk about Australia. So first of all how any people live in Australia?
#Person2#: Australia? Oh, there's about twenty million people in Australia right now. A little bit under, but close to twenty.
#Person1#: OK. What are the biggest cities?
#Person2#: The biggest city? The biggest city is Sydney, then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth. But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia. And Perth is on the west coast, but sort of of out there by itself.
#Person1#: OK. Um, if you had to live in one place where would you live?
#Person2#: I like Brisbane. I had my teenage years in Brisbane, growing up in Brisbane, um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city, but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine.
#Person1#: Oh, nice. Actually, what is the capital city of Australia?
#Person2#: Ah, Canberra is the capital city. But is not the biggest city. Sydney is the biggest city. Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded. It's a separate territory. | Michael tells Todd about Australia. He introduces the population, the biggest cities, and the capital city of Australia. | 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#: Kathy! How are you? It's been ages! What are you doing these days?
#Person2#: I just opened my own restaurant. I'm also head chef.
#Person1#: You're kidding! You've always hated cooking!
#Person2#: Well, I used to hate cooking, but now I love it.
#Person1#: When did you change your mind?
#Person2#: After I tried French food. Before that, I used to cook really boring things for my family.
#Person1#: I still can't believe it! So, did you go to cooking school or something?
#Person2#: Yeah. I went to California to study.
#Person1#: Really? How long did you stay there?
#Person2#: I was there between 88 and 90.
#Person1#: And what did you do after that?
#Person2#: Then I came back here. I worked for about three years to get some experience. | #Person1# is surprised to know Kathy is a chef now because she used to hate cooking. Kathy then tells #Person1# her cooking study experience. | 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#: Sir, would you like some dessert now?
#Person2#: Please show me the menu again.
#Person1#: Here you are. sir, the chocolate cake is very delicious.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I don't like chocolate. I'd like strawberry pie.
#Person1#: I am afraid there is none.
#Person2#: Then I'll have vanilla ice cream.
#Person1#: Fine. I will bring it right away. | #Person2# wants a strawberry pie but there's none, so he orders a vanilla ice cream. | 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, Bob. What time is it now?
#Person2#: Uh, you are wearing a watch, Julia.
#Person1#: My watch is never correct.
#Person2#: It's six. I always have the correct time on my mobile phone.
#Person1#: Although mobile phones aren't as convenient as watches, at least you always know the correct time.
#Person2#: Yes, I think you should have your watch repaired. Otherwise, it's just a decoration around your wrist.
#Person1#: Well, I'm considering getting a new one. By the way, Robin invited me for dinner at 7:00 at Osteria Mozza Restaurant. Do you know where it is?
#Person2#: Go down the street and turn right at the second crossroads. You will find it near Starbucks across from the bank.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. | Julie asks Bob what time it is and requests him to tell her the location of Osteria Mozza Restaurant. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Elizabeth, what's your question?
#Person2#: Excuse me, could you tell me what a yard sale is?
#Person1#: As the name suggests, it's a sale held in someones yard selling used goods.
#Person2#: What can I get there?
#Person1#: You can find books, records, cups and furniture. You name it and they will have it.
#Person2#: Why do American people love to buy secondhand goods?
#Person1#: To save money, of course. Some people even hope to find treasures there.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: Actually many westerners like other peoples' objects. Even rich people search through used goods for a treasure.
#Person2#: I understand. Thank you, Mr. Green. You've been very helpful.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | Mr. Green tells Elizabeth what a yard sale is, what she can get there, and why Americans love buying secondhand goods. | 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#: Sue, do you know if they made all the teams for the new softball season?
#Person2#: I don't think they have been. On Monday at lunchtime, Karen told me that they were going to do it this Friday.
#Person1#: Great, that gives me 2 days to get some more people for the team.
#Person2#: Yeah, just have them come to the meeting on Friday after work and we'll get them all signed up.
#Person1#: Cool. I think I have at least 3 people who want to play. | #Person1#'s happy that Karen will make all the teams for the new softball season because #Person1# can have more time to get some more people for the team. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello Mary, this is Tom speaking. Would you like to watch the football game in the stadium tomorrow afternoon? I have 2 tickets, which my uncle bought last week.
#Person2#: That's wonderful, but I have to help my mother buy some food in the afternoon. You know, my father has gone to Shanghai.
#Person1#: Well, I think I can give you a hand if you want. I can go shopping with you tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: Wow, that's very kind of you, in that case, I will have enough time to do housework for my mother. Then I can watch the game in the afternoon. By the way, when will the game begin?
#Person1#: At 2:00 PM. I will pick you up at 1:30 PM.
#Person2#: That's great. | Tom invites Mary to watch the football game tomorrow afternoon but Mary has to go shopping. Tom offers to help her tomorrow morning so they can watch the games. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What shall we do today?
#Person2#: We'd better stay in the hotel, because the tour will begin tomorrow.
#Person1#: Let's go out for some exercise, shall we?
#Person2#: What an excellent idea!
#Person1#: Shall we do some jogging?
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: I feel well now.
#Person2#: Yes, some exercise is necessary for us.
#Person1#: Quite right. | #Person2# at first wants to stay in the hotel. Then #Person1# suggests jogging outside. #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#: I want to see the man responsible for selling typewriters.
#Person2#: My name is Steven. I'm the Sales Manager of this company.
#Person1#: Well, look here. Ten new typewriters were delivered to my company yesterday afternoon and only five of them work properly.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry about that.
#Person1#: Never mind being sorry, what are you going to do about it?
#Person2#: Don't worry, we'll soon fix them.
#Person1#: Good, I hope you'll make sure that it won't happen again.
#Person2#: I'll certainly look into that.
#Person1#: Thank you. Goodbye. | #Person1# complains to the Sales Manager Steven about the break-down of five new typewriters and Steven promises to fix them soon. | 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, taxi.
#Person2#: Where to, sir?
#Person1#: Beijing Library.
#Person2#: Hop in, please.
#Person1#: Is it a long ride to Beijing Library?
#Person2#: It will take about thirty minutes because it is the rush hour.
#Person1#: Thirty minutes, that will be all right. There are still fifty minutes to go before the library is open. Look, what are they doing on the square?
#Person2#: It is an exhibition of Chinese jades. It is held each year. A nice collection jades of are on display and sold.
#Person1#: Sounds great! Can you stop somewhere here for a minute? I will get some souvenirs for my friends.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person2# drives #Person1# to Beijing Library. #Person1# wants to stop temporarily to buy some souvenirs in the exhibition of Chinese jades. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you get Bean's ten different good luck forwards, like that one from the Dalai Lama?
#Person2#: Yeah, I deleted all that superstitious crap. What a waste of bandwidth!
#Person1#: I figured I might as well send one or two of them out. Maybe my luck will get better.
#Person2#: Do you really think the Dalai Lama sent that? I'm tired of all these forwards.
#Person1#: It's worth a shot. Maybe we'll get some luck in thinking up something for this case. | #Person1# may send out one or two forwards from Bean to get better luck from the Dalai Lama while #Person2# believes it superstitious. | 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, Mr. Smith. what's new?
#Person2#: Nothing particular. But, ...
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I, I don't know how to explain it to you.
#Person1#: Go ahead. It's nothing serious. We are good friends, aren't we?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. But I'm afraid I can't tell you. | #Person1# keeps asking Mr. Smith what the matter is but Mr. Smith won't tell. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm going to the fair now. if any one looks for me. ask them to call the fair.
#Person2#: What is the telephone number there?
#Person1#: 8826789 4, extension to 208
#Person2#: When will you reach there?
#Person1#: About ten. another thing is that I want an appointment with the customer at Changing hotel at three thirty this afternoon. please help me phone the customer so we can confirm now.
#Person2#: What is the customer's name, and what is his room number?
#Person1#: You can check them from the fax yesterday.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll phone the customer right away. Do you want to pick him up at our office?
#Person1#: No, I'll discuss the business with him at hotel. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to tell people to reach him by calling the fair and to make an appointment at Changing hotel in the afternoon. | 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 shopped online?
#Person2#: Quite often. It is very convenient, saving me a lot of time.
#Person1#: Do you have some experiences to share with me? I want to have a try.
#Person2#: You are asking the right person. Here are two very important tips. First, you need to visit no more than one site to find the best products and prices. I can recommend you some online merchants. Second, write your mail address correctly. Otherwise, you can't receive your delivery in time.
#Person1#: What about the registration procedure? Is that complicated?
#Person2#: Not at all. You just need to provide your name, address, e-mail address, phone number and bank or credit card information. I will help you with that.
#Person1#: It is so nice of you. | #Person2# gives #Person1# some tips about online shopping and introduces the registration procedure. | 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#: Actually, I was wondering what we should do if either one of us would like to terminate the contract?
#Person2#: Well, as a rule, the contract will become void automatically, if both sides do not agree to renew it when time comes.
#Person1#: I got it, but nevertheless. what I was saying just now was that how to terminate the contract before its term's up?
#Person2#: Oh, I am sorry. I misunderstood. Well, in that case, the contract can be canceled with a 2 month's notice. What do you say?
#Person1#: That sounds perfect for us. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the rules of terminating their contract. | 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, Mr. Jones!
#Person2#: Good morning, Miss Bell!
#Person1#: Nice to see you again.
#Person2#: Nice to see you too. It's been a long time.
#Person1#: How is everything?
#Person2#: Just fine, and you?
#Person1#: Quite well, thank you.
#Person2#: Did you drive yourself to the airport?
#Person1#: No, I was driven by my husband.
#Person2#: Did someone meet you at the airport here?
#Person1#: Yes, thanks.
#Person2#: Is this where we'll be holding the meeting?
#Person1#: No, the meeting will be held on the fourth floor. | Miss Bell and Mr. Jones come to attend a meeting and greet each other. | 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 thinking about inviting you to a dinner. When would you have time? And what kind of food do you fancy?
#Person2#: That would be great. I am really in the mood for a spicy hotpot. Any special reason for the invitation?
#Person1#: To thank you for helping me at work last week. If you would not have been so kind, I would not have been able to pick my parents from the airport. You really did me a big favor. Thank you so much.
#Person2#: It was my pleasure. How about this evening? I feel very hungry now.
#Person1#: Fine, I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area, food there is pretty spicy too. Shall we try that one?
#Person2#: Ok with me. You are the boss. I will meet you downstairs after work. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to dinner tonight to thank #Person2# for doing #Person1# a big favor last 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#: Jack I hear you have a chance to go to college without taking a test. Is that right?
#Person2#: The news goes so fast. Ah, yes, I haven't decided yet.
#Person1#: Don't hesitate. That's a very famous university which a lot of students are longing to attain.
#Person2#: Maybe you are right. But the major is not fit for me. I like architecture more than computers.
#Person1#: But this chance is really precious.
#Person2#: Well, I know. So I am thinking now.
#Person1#: I hope you can make a clever choice. Anyway, the opportunities around you are not that By.
#Person2#: Thank you for your kindness. I will think about it carefully. | #Person1# encourages Jack to take the opportunity of entering college without taking a test while Jack hesitates because the major is not fit for him. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Michael Johnson doesn't look graceful, but he sure is powerful.
#Person2#: If I were on as many steroids as he was, I think I'd be powerful, too.
#Person1#: What are you talking about? ! He's passed every drug test he's taken!
#Person2#: Those drug tests don't mean anything! He probably took some other drugs to mask the steroids.
#Person1#: Just because Ben Johnson was juiced up doesn't mean all athletes are.
#Person2#: OK, OK. I'm feeling a little dehydrated. Let's get something to drink. | #Person2# attributes Michael Johnson's power to steroids while #Person1# thinks he is innocent. | 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 forward to relaxing this coming weekend.
#Person2#: I hope that I can finally find free time too. I'Ve been so busy at work recently.
#Person1#: How might you spend the weekend.
#Person2#: I hope to do a little gardening. I find it very relaxing.
#Person1#: I might do that too. I hope the weather is nice. I could go and play some golf.
#Person2#: I heard that the weather should be good. There's a possibility of a shower, but it's not very likely.
#Person1#: Hopefully, we'll both have relaxing weekends.
#Person2#: Of course, something could come up and stop that wish coming true.
#Person1#: Unfortunately, there's always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention. | #Person1# and #Person2# are planning a relaxing weekend if they both have time. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: what kinds of tv programmes do you enjoy watching?
#Person2#: I like current affairs programmes and documentaries, especially wildlife ones. How about you?
#Person1#: I like those kinds of programmes too. They're very informative. I think that many people underrate the education value of tv.
#Person2#: I agree. People often criticize tv for showing too much sex and violence.
#Person1#: yeah. And that's so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational!
#Person2#: right. You can't blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programmes. They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programmes.
#Person1#: in my country, there's a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown. I think it's about six minutes per hour.
#Person2#: that's great idea. But don't the tv station lose a lot of money because of that?
#Person1#: no. they don't. they simply charge higher prices at peak times. Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on tv in your country?
#Person2#: not as far as I know. We have so many advertisements. the interruptions are unbearable sometimes! That's one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable tv, where you pay a fixed amount each mo
#Person1#: some people have satellite and cable tv in my country, but people don't seem to keen to pay for their tv programmes. Besides, the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programmes.
#Person2#: well, there's a wildlife documentary on tv in a few minutes. Shall we? | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the educational value of TV programmes. Then they talk about the time limit on the advertisements and satellite and cable TV in their own country. | 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 your lady beautiful? Since I came here from the country, I've not seen her close. Tell me, is she beautiful?
#Person2#: Thomas, if I could write with the beauty in her eyes, I was born to look in them and know myself.
#Person1#: And, her lips?
#Person2#: Her lips? The early morning rose would wither on the branch if it could feel envy.
#Person1#: And her voice like a lark's song?
#Person2#: Deeper, softer, none of your twittering larks. I would banish nightingales from her garden before they interrupted her song.
#Person1#: Oh, she sings too?
#Person2#: Constantly. Without doubt, and plays the lute. She has a natural ear. | #Person2# praises his lady's appearance, voice, and musical talent in a poetic way to Thomas. | 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. May I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. Last month, our company, Turner Interiors of Beijing, ordered some documents under our new L / C. What I want to do is check and see if the documents have arrived yet.
#Person1#: Let me find that on my screen. . . yes, the L / C is right here. I'm sorry ; the documents don't seem to be here yet.
#Person2#: Oh, dear. When do you think they will arrive?
#Person1#: It should be around 5 working days, but different cases take different times. Sorry I can't be more precise. | #Person2# checks the arrival of #Person2#'s company's documents 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#: I'm checking out now. Can I have my bill, please?
#Person2#: Sure. What's your room number, sir?
#Person1#: It's 8736. Here is my key card.
#Person2#: A minute, please. It's 6212 yuan all together. Tax included.
#Person1#: Can I pay with traveler's check?
#Person2#: Sure. Can I have your passport, please?
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Thanks. Are you satisfied with your stay here with us, sir?
#Person1#: Very much. The room is cozy and the service is jolly good. By the way, could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance?
#Person2#: Sure. It will be taken care of, sir. Which flight do you take?
#Person1#: Flight 17. And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock.
#Person2#: Got it, sir. It'd be great to see you again, sir.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# checks out with #Person2#'s assistance. He says he's satisfied with his stay and asks to deliver his luggage to the airport in advance. | 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, I would like to return these slacks.
#Person1#: Alright. Do you have your receipt?
#Person2#: Yes. Here it is. I bought them last week.
#Person1#: And why are you returning them?
#Person2#: I bought them to go with a blouse of mine. But they don't really match.
#Person1#: I see. Oh, wait. Ma'am, I'm sorry. These slacks were on sale.
#Person2#: Yes, they were thirty percent off.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but we don't allow returns on sale items.
#Person2#: I know many stores have that policy. But I have returned sale items here before.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but we usually don't do it. It is our policy.
#Person2#: I just bought these slacks a week ago. And I am a regular customer here. Can you make an exception this time?
#Person1#: Well. Let me talk to the manager for a moment. Madam, the manager says can do it this time.
#Person2#: Good. I'm a regular customer here. I am glad you can make an exception for me.
#Person1#: Please show me your receipt again.
#Person2#: Here it is.
#Person1#: I will have to give you store credit, Madam. If you can find something else you like in the store, you can use the credit.
#Person2#: Store credit is okay with me. I'm sure I will find something I like. I shop here a lot.
#Person1#: We appreciate your business, Madam. | #Person2# wants to return some slacks which were on sale and #Person1# refuses. Then #Person1# talks to the manager and agrees to make an exception for #Person2# in the way of offering store credit. #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#: What did you say?
#Person2#: I said it's a lovely day. Why don't we go for a walk?
#Person1#: Well, I feel a little tired.
#Person2#: Come on! A little labor, much health.
#Person1#: Then can you wait a few minutes? I want to finish writing this letter.
#Person2#: Don't take too long. It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather.
#Person1#: I won't be long. No more than ten minutes. Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park?
#Person2#: Believe I will. Look for me near the lake. | #Person2# asks #Person1# out for a walk but #Person1# needs to finish a letter first and will meet #Person2# 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#: The new webpage design is much more effective than before. I feel confident it will rope in a lot more business because of its user-friendly format.
#Person2#: Why do you think the new page is so much better than the old page? I thought the old page wasn't half bad. . .
#Person1#: The old page was okay, alright, but there wasn't a big influence in our sales volume, because the site wasn't developed with an eye towards the marketing aspect. Now it's different. We got our marketing department team in on the action, and the results are smashing. . .
#Person2#: What changes were made from the old page to the new page?
#Person1#: First, the visitors to the site are encouraged to give their contact information. They can sign up for a free monthly drawing. Once we've got their info, it goes into a database for future marketing mailers and advertising targeting. Also, there are clear links to descriptions of our products and services, so as to give confidence to new customers. We also added a specific area for on-line customer service. . . So far we've gotten a ton of positive feedback. . .
#Person2#: Great! | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the great changes and the advantages of their new webpage design. | 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#: Both of the two young ladies are the candidates for the position
#Person2#: The question is we only need one.
#Person1#: Right. The choice is yours, the tall one or the short one?
#Person2#: I should take the taller one for the choice. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to decide between two candidates. #Person2# chooses the taller girl. | 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! Are you shopping here today? Haven't I seen you in some flea markets and thrift shops a couple of times?
#Person2#: I'm just comparing prices.
#Person1#: You should! This thrift shop is really cheap, though, you have to pay cash here.
#Person2#: But they don't let you have goods on approval. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s just comparing prices as the shop doesn't have a sale on approval. | 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 stomach's growling again!
#Person2#: You'll never lose weight if you listen to your stomach.
#Person1#: Just a little steak, uh. . . snack? A bowl of clam chowder?
#Person2#: You want to be beautiful, don't you? Think about the butter and flour in. . .
#Person1#: You're right. But if I get too thin, my mom will make me go to the hospital again.
#Person2#: Most models only eat once a day. If they can do it, so can we.
#Person1#: You know. Soup, well, society makes us like this.
#Person2#: I think you're hallucinating! What are you talking about?
#Person1#: Well, thin is always ' in ' with the media.
#Person2#: And your point is?
#Person1#: if you aren't thin, you're nobody.
#Person2#: I agree with you, but I think people are pretty bad, too.
#Person1#: You lost me.
#Person2#: People are always gossiping about one another.
#Person1#: Yeah, but that's human nature.
#Person2#: We can be so critical of one another.
#Person1#: Let's change the stomach, I mean, the subject. How about some food? | #Person1# is hungry but #Person2# tells #Person1# not to eat if #Person1# wants to lose weight. Then they talk about why people are obsessed with being thin. | 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'd like to open a savings account. Can you tell me how to do it?
#Person2#: OK. You have to fill out this form and let me see three identification cards or documents.
#Person1#: I have a driver's licence, a membership card and my passport. Will they do?
#Person2#: Let me see them. Yes, they're OK.
#Person1#: What's the minimum amount I can deposit in an account?
#Person2#: You can deposit an initial amount of ten dollars.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# opens a savings account with #Person2#'s help | 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 hope to get a room for the night.
#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person1#: Sorry, I don't.
#Person2#: Let me see if I can fit you in. What kind of room do you want?
#Person1#: I only need a single room.
#Person2#: Smoking or non-smoking?
#Person1#: Smoking if possible.
#Person2#: You are in luck, we have one free.
#Person1#: I am very grateful. How much will it be?
#Person2#: That will be 600 RIB. Could I have your credit card please?
#Person1#: Oh dear. I don't have it with me. Do you take debit cards or should I pay with cash?
#Person2#: A debit card will be fine. | #Person1# gets a smoking allowed single room in a hotel without reservation with #Person2#'s help. | 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 Francis from XYZ Company. I would like to discuss with you about a new project some time next week. Do you have time to meet?
#Person2#: Well, I am not sure. Lets me check my agenda
#Person1#: Ok.
#Person2#: I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM, is it convenient for you?
#Person1#: It is ok with me. So I will be arriving at your office around 2 fifteen PM. Do you have a projector in your room? I would like to show you some related charts
#Person2#: Yes, there is. See you then. | Francis from XYZ Company makes an appointment with #Person2# next Tuesday to discuss a new project. | 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 meet Bill?
#Person2#: I met him through a computer bulletin board on the network.
#Person1#: Oh, really? Which bulletin board?
#Person2#: It was the one I used down at the local coffee house called the San Francisco Net. It has been around since 2016.
#Person1#: I've heard about that, but I've never tried it.
#Person2#: You ought to. Fifty cents buys you an hour of computer time. A 'Chat Session' links you with people in other cafs. We can make new friends by that means.
#Person1#: But I don't like to talk on the network with strangers.
#Person2#: You can do that. A private room lets you talk alone.
#Person1#: OK. I'll try it. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# met Bill through a computer bulletin board on the network. Then #Person2# teaches #Person1# how to chat in that way. | 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 Linda's birthday. She's 20 years old today. Are you going to her birthday party, Peter?
#Person2#: Sure, why not? Here is a present for her.
#Person1#: Is it a book?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Can I open it?
#Person2#: Yes, go ahead.
#Person1#: Wow, a video tape. How nice! | Peter tells #Person1# he's going to Linda's birthday party and shows #Person1# his present for Linda. | 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 the report I asked you to finish for today, Daug?
#Person2#: I'm really sorry, Ms. Jameson but it's not quite ready. I will have it by tomorrow.
#Person1#: That will be too late, Daug, it is needed at the board meeting this afternoon. You have been working on it for three weeks now. Why can't you have your work done on time?
#Person2#: I've just had a lot of other things to do. And I still haven't caught up with the work I missed while I was on vacation.
#Person1#: Well, I am really tired of your excuses, Daug. Your work has been getting worse for the past several months. I have said a few things about it in the past, but nothing seems to help.
#Person2#: I am really sorry. I know I am not working up to my abilities. You will see a real improvement in my work from now on. Ms. Jameson. I can promise you that.
#Person1#: I certainly hope so. I know you are able to do much better than you have shown in the last few months. | Daug doesn't finish a report on time. Ms. Jameson criticizes him for his terrible work performance in the past few months and Daug promises to improve his work from now 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#: I like sports, all kinds of sports.
#Person2#: One ought to be quite strong to be active in sports, don't you think?
#Person1#: Yeah, and being active in sports helps a lot to keep up one's health. Why don't you take up something, such as tennis, jogging or swimming as a hobby?
#Person2#: I want to do something different, that is, something relaxing and enjoyable. Can you suggest a hobby other than active sports?
#Person1#: Mmm, yes. I can suggest a hobby. Photography is enjoyable and relaxing. What do you think of it?
#Person2#: It certainly is a good hobby. But, it costs a lot, doesn't it? | #Person1# likes sports and suggests #Person2# take up a kind of sports as a hobby, but #Person2# wants to do something relaxing and enjoyable, so #Person1# recommends photography. | 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'd love to go to the Super Bowl next week, but I don't think there are any more tickets.
#Person2#: Why don't you talk to Laura? She's a big football fan. She might be able to give you some advice on how to get a ticket. And I know she is planning to go herself, so maybe you could go with her. | #Person1# wants to go to the Super Bowl but worries there're no more tickets. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask Laura for advice. | 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#: Tom must be joking when he said he plans to sell his shop and go to medical school.
#Person2#: You are quite right. He is just kidding. He's also told me time and time again he wished he'd studied for some profession instead of going into business. | Both #Person1# and #Person2# think Tom was joking when he said about giving up his business to go to medical school. | 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#: Jack, I hear you bought a new car.
#Person2#: I did just buy a car, but it's not exactly a new one-it was made back in the 1950s. Here, take a look at this photo.
#Person1#: You are right. This car hasn't been new for a long time. Couldn't you afford a newer car?
#Person2#: Believe it or not, this car costs almost as much as a new one.
#Person1#: Really? How could it be?
#Person2#: Well, a lot of cars from the 40s, 50s and 60s have become collectors' items and are worth a lot of money.
#Person1#: But this one doesn't seem to be in very good shape.
#Person2#: The engine is still in good condition. I plan to fix up the interior and paint the car myself. Then it will be worth even more money.
#Person1#: So then you'll resell it?
#Person2#: No, I don't plan to resell it, but I might enter it in some classical auto shows. Maybe I'll win a prize. | Jack tells #Person1# he bought a car made in the 1950s. He decides to redecorate it himself and enter it in some classical auto shows. | 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, what did you think of that film?
#Person2#: I had mixed feelings really. From what I'd read, I expected it to be funnier.
#Person1#: I know what you mean - just shows how different people's tastes can be. Good twist at the end though. I wasn't expecting that, were you?
#Person2#: I kind of guessed what was coming, to be honest. There were a lot of references to other films in the storyline I thought.
#Person1#: Oh, you think so? I wasn't quite sure what message it was trying to convey, though. One minute it seemed to be saying one thing and the next it was saying the opposite.
#Person2#: Yeah, I agree. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about their feelings towards a film. They agree that the message the film was trying to convey is vague. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How do you feel about flying?
#Person2#: I don't mind flying. What I don't like is not being able to keep an eye on my luggage. Whenever the man at the airport hakes my luggage, I never expect to see again.
#Person1#: There is always a chance it will fly to Paris while you fly to Rome. Has anything like that ever happened to you?
#Person2#: No, but it has happened to other people. Just the other day. I heard about a Japanese woman who lost her suitcase. It was a true story. She was on one of those five-day tours around Europe.
#Person1#: Where did her suitcase get lost?
#Person2#: I don't think she ever find out. When she arrived in Europe, her suitcase wasn't there. She had to travel through four countries in the same clothes.
#Person1#: I suppose she bought another toothbrush at least. Couldn't she buy another dress?
#Person2#: No, she had spent all her money on the tickets for the tour. Besides, she never had time to shop. Every time they reached another airport, she had spent her time in the luggage room looking for her suitcase.
#Person1#: What a way to spend the vacation! | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# doesn't like not being able to keep an eye on luggage while flying. #Person2# also tells #Person1# a story about a poor Japanese woman who lost her suitcase during the European tour. | 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 had enough time to look over the menu?
#Person2#: Yes, we are almost ready to order.
#Person1#: Let me remind you of the specials of the day, which are posted on the board.
#Person2#: Oh, that all sounds so good! Can we get the sauce on the side?
#Person1#: Yes, we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs.
#Person2#: I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices.
#Person1#: Yes, the roasted vegetable salad is good, and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice.
#Person2#: I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles, please.
#Person1#: That is an excellent choice, and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner.
#Person2#: Please bring our salads to us now. We are hungry! | #Person2# orders broccoli noodles and salads with #Person1#'s assistance and asks for the sauce on the side. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
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