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#Person1#: Why are you at the police station? What happened to you?
#Person2#: Well, I went to a restaurant after work and after I finished dinner. I went to my car. I tried to open the door. But my key broke in the lock. So I called a slot company and they opened the car for me, then I drove the car home. And when I got home, I found out that this wasn't my car, so I drove back to the restaurant and the owner of the car and the police were there. They arrested me and took me here.
#Person1#: Oh no. | #Person2# was arrested because #Person2# unlocked and drove a car that isn't his. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: OK, dinner's ready, Owen.
#Person2#: This looks delicious. The chicken smells great.
#Person1#: How was your first day at the summer job?
#Person2#: Pretty good. The factory is kind of big and noisy, but the people seem nice. This lady, Gloria, showed me around and told me all the rules.
#Person1#: Is Gloria the boss?
#Person2#: No, a guy named Carson is the head. He wasn't there today.
#Person1#: Oh, Owen, you were saying that you haven't met the boss yet.
#Person2#: No, but I met his son, Mark. He will be the boss once he gets more experience. He spent last summer loading the delivery trucks. But this year he's going to be operating the machines with me.
#Person1#: Great. | #Person2# asks Owen how Owen's first day at the summer job was at dinner. Owen thinks the people are nice but he hasn't meet his boss. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I have read Mark Twain's book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. It's quite interesting and adventurous.
#Person2#: But this book I'm reading is kind of boring. It only tells you some facts about Mark Twain.
#Person1#: Oh, tell me something about Mark Twain, please.
#Person2#: Well, when Mark Twain was 4, his family moved to Hannibal, a port town on the Mississippi River that gave him the idea for writing the book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
#Person1#: Oh, really? Anything else?
#Person2#: In eighteen fourty-seven, when Twain was 11 years old, his father died. The next year, he began to learn printing. When he was 18, he worked as a printer in New York City.
#Person1#: What happened next?
#Person2#: Then on a voyage to New Orleans, the steamboat pilot, Horace, inspired Twain to become a pilot. And Mark Twain really received his steamboat pilot license in eighteen fifty-nine, after 2 years of hard work.
#Person1#: Oh, Mark Twain himself really had a life of adventures. | #Person2# is reading a book about the facts about Mark Twain. #Person2# tells #Person1# some stories and experiences of Mark Twain's life which #Person1# thinks is full of adventures. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a ticket to Casablanca on flight US125 tomorrow.
#Person1#: Hold on, please. It will take off at 14:00 tomorrow. The price is $ 110.
#Person2#: Well, I want to stay under $ 100.
#Person1#: I am sorry Sir. We won't give any discount in busy seasons. The price is the same. | #Person2# wishes to buy a flight ticket at a low price but #Person1# won't offer a discount in busy seasons. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon. What service do you require?
#Person2#: I'd like to rent a safety deposit box here, please.
#Person1#: For what purpose exactly, if you don't mind me asking? I must ask because I need to know the size, you see.
#Person2#: No problem. My husband bought me some beautiful jewellery for our anniversary and I don't feel safe keeping it in the house. Initially, on the advice of a friend, I stored it in the freezer.
#Person1#: What a lovely gift. Yes, I can understand why you wouldn't be comfortable keeping something so valuable at home. I think one of our small ones will be perfect. Do you have some ID with you?
#Person2#: Yes, right here. So, we can do this today, then? That will definitely ease my mind.
#Person1#: Certainly, just fill in this form, please. | #Person2# needs to rent a safety box to keep her jewelry. #Person1# serves her and suggests a small one. | Summarize the 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 to study how to use computers, Paler. It's good to know that a computer has two major parts, the hardware and the software.
#Person2#: What's the hardware?
#Person1#: The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes.
#Person2#: That's seems obvious enough. Then what about the software?
#Person1#: The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things.
#Person2#: I see, actually the hardware is the easy part, I do want to study how to use the software.
#Person1#: Right you are, Paler, and since what you want to learn is how to use software, we should also learn to refer to the computer menus.
#Person2#: Ever since I saw computer can do your project, I wanted to have a computer. | #Person1# teaches Paler how to identify the hardware and the software. Paler wants to learn how to use the software. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How are you doing today?
#Person2#: I'm fine.
#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to cancel a check.
#Person1#: Is there a problem?
#Person2#: I wrote the check out for too much.
#Person1#: How much did you write it out for?
#Person2#: I wrote it out for $ 150.
#Person1#: How much was it supposed to be?
#Person2#: It was supposed to be for $ 100.
#Person1#: I'll cancel that check for you.
#Person2#: I really appreciate your help. | #Person2# cancels the check with #Person1#'s help because #Person2# wrote the check out for too much. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What courses are you going to take next year?
#Person2#: Well, I am certainly going to take chemistry and physics, but I haven't decided on the other subjects yet. I'd like to take English.
#Person1#: Why are you going to take English with chemistry and physics?
#Person2#: Because I want to study English literature. But I think chemistry is better for getting a job.
#Person1#: Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college. Have you decide what you are going to do when you graduated?
#Person2#: I am going to be a, well, I hope to be a research chemist. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the courses #Person2# wants to take next year and #Person2#'s ideal future career. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I have a real problem when I meet people.
#Person2#: What is it? Maybe I can help.
#Person1#: I never know when to shake hands and when not to. Can you tell me something about it?
#Person2#: Do you come from a country where they shake hands?
#Person1#: Oh yes. Men, women, and children shake hands all the time.
#Person2#: It's very simple. Men shake hands, women and children don't.
#Person1#: But some women do shake hands. And now a lot of children have such good manners, they shake hands too.
#Person2#: Well, a good rule to follow is, for men you hold out your hand, for women and children, you wait and see what they do.
#Person1#: That sounds easy enough.
#Person2#: Sure. Once you get the hang of it, it's a piece of cake! It's nothing to worry about. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has a problem with shaking hands when meeting people. #Person2# teaches #Person1# a good rule of shaking hands when meeting different people. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Will we drive to the seaside?
#Person2#: Yes, it will take about four hours. We can leave about noon and get there by supper time.
#Person1#: Let me help pay for gas.
#Person2#: All right. There will be three of us going so we will each pay a third.
#Person1#: What other expenses will we have?
#Person2#: There won't be many other expenses expect food. | #Person2# tells #Person1# they'll drive to the seaside. #Person1# wants to help pay for the gas. #Person2# agrees and asks #Person1# to pay a third. | Summarize the 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 like your job here, Linda?
#Person2#: It's interesting, I like being an editor.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: I like talking to writers, I get to meet a lot of interesting people.
#Person1#: I'm happy to hear that, but publishing is more than just talking to writers. it involves a lot of work, patience and responsibility. Most of the work is boring.
#Person2#: I don't feel bored at all. I'm getting along with my colleagues. I will enjoy working with them. People are great in this industry.
#Person1#: Do you have any complaints?
#Person2#: No, I have no complaints. I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company. is that true?
#Person1#: Yes, you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well.
#Person2#: That's perfect. I will definitely do well. | Linda tells #Person1# she loves her job as an editor because she enjoys talking to writers and colleagues. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What are you reading about in that science magazine?
#Person2#: There are several interesting articles on recent scientific breakthroughs. I just finished reading one about cloning.
#Person1#: I'm not sure I like the idea of that. I don't want people copying me or other people. It could be very confusing.
#Person2#: According to the article, you have no real need to worry. Research nowadays is focussing on cloning parts of a human body to replace damaged or lost parts, not on recreating a whole human.
#Person1#: In the future, that could be possible.
#Person2#: In this article, scientists say that if you took the genes from someone and tried to create a copy of a person, there's no guarantee that the copy would look or act like the original!
#Person1#: Really? What else have you discovered?
#Person2#: I read about how scientists are using material from plants and animals to create new medicines. For example, an animal be immune to disease that affects human. So, scientists find out why it's immune
#Person1#: That's great, because it uses natural materials rather than ones that scientists make themselves. I prefer natural remedies to man-made ones. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about what #Person2# learns in a science magazine about the modern researches of cloning and how scientists are using material from plants and animals to create new medicines | Summarize the 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 should we commemorate the centenary of the founding of the university? We have been given quite a large budget to pay for some events.
#Person2#: We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students. We could have a firework display.
#Person1#: Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors?
#Person2#: If we do, too many people might attend. Perhaps we should invited all of them, but make a small charge to attend.
#Person1#: Good idea. We should also hold a series of presentations. We could have presentations on the history of the university, the courses we offer, and our links with other universities.
#Person2#: Good idea! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives.
#Person1#: We could have another on the successes of graduates from here.
#Person2#: I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know, T-shirts, mugs, plates, pens, and things like that.
#Person1#: That's an excellent idea. Hopefully, we would be able to make a profit! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university.
#Person2#: I'm looking forward to reading that. We could have book signings by famous professors and alumni.
#Person1#: A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film.
#Person2#: I'm sure that will be very popular. . OK, let's think about how we can put these ideas into practice. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the preparation for the centennial ceremony of the university, concerning the cost, guests, presentations, and merchandise. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Oh, no. It seems that I've lost my train ticket.
#Person2#: Are you kidding? The train leaves in an hour. Where did you put it?
#Person1#: It was in my pocket, but now I can't find it.
#Person2#: Is it in the other pocket?
#Person1#: No, it is not here. Damn it! I'm going to have to buy another ticket.
#Person2#: Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in.
#Person1#: OK. | #Person1# can't find the train ticket. #Person2# advises checking at the inquiry desk. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Wait a moment, I would like to take some snapshots here.
#Person2#: Is that OK?
#Person1#: It's so beautiful here. I want to stay longer.
#Person2#: Well, I think we'd better go now. We have to follow the guide.
#Person1#: That's all right. | #Person1# wants to take some snapshots and stay longer but #Person2# suggests they go and follow the guide. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mary, I will have an interview tomorrow. I am so excited!
#Person2#: Congratulations! By the way, have you had all the things ready for the interview?
#Person1#: I only typed several copies of my resume.
#Person2#: That's not enough. You have many other things to prepare.
#Person1#: What are they?
#Person2#: Besides the resume, you also need the original and copies of your graduation certificate and your ID card.
#Person1#: I see
#Person2#: Also several copies of your one-inch color photos.
#Person1#: Yes, I have those.
#Person2#: You also need to prepare formal clothes for the interview ; a suit should be the best.
#Person1#: I will get it soon.
#Person2#: Have a briefcase ready with all your interview materials in it for easy carrying.
#Person1#: Ok, I will remember.
#Person2#: All these should be enough. Good luck! | Mary gives useful suggestions about the preparation for #Person1#'s interview 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#: Excuse me.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Do you have any information about the city sights?
#Person2#: Sure. There's a lot here in this pamphlet.
#Person1#: Thank you. And what's the best way to get downtown?
#Person2#: Take the subway. It's $ 1. 50 per ride. You can buy a metro card at the station.
#Person1#: You've been very helpful.
#Person2#: My pleasure. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# find information about the city sights in the pamphlet and tells #Person1# how to get downtown. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What are you calling about today?
#Person2#: I scheduled a delivery for tomorrow.
#Person1#: Is there a problem?
#Person2#: I would like to reschedule.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be a problem.
#Person2#: Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow?
#Person1#: So, you want it delivered the day after tomorrow?
#Person2#: Yes, will that be possible?
#Person1#: What time would you like us to deliver it?
#Person2#: Is 2:30 Okay?
#Person1#: Your delivery has been confirmed.
#Person2#: Thank you, and I'm sorry for the change of plans. | #Person2# calls to reschedule the delivery and #Person1# confirms 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#: So, what's on the menu for dinner tonight?
#Person2#: You tell me.
#Person1#: You're not going to make anything to eat?
#Person2#: You never cook. I always do.
#Person1#: I think you're a better cook than I am.
#Person2#: Oh please, you need to cook tonight.
#Person1#: So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner?
#Person2#: It was a hard day. Can you just do this for me tonight?
#Person1#: I'll cook dinner, don't worry.
#Person2#: I'm going to go rest for a little bit.
#Person1#: I'll come wake you when it's ready, okay?
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# doesn't want to cook because #Person2#'s exhausted from today's work. #Person1# never cooks but agrees to cook tonight. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Would you mind telling me your grades in high school?
#Person2#: Of course not. My school record was above average in my class.
#Person1#: Very good. What was your favorite subject in middle school?
#Person2#: English. I've liked English ever since middle school, and then in university, I had some excellent teachers.
#Person1#: How were your scores in university?
#Person2#: They are above 90. I'm in the upper third of my class. I have worked hard at my major subject. | #Person2# tells #Person1# he got good grades in high school and university. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Lindsay Tipping gave me your name as a reference. We are considering hiring her as an editor for our magazine.
#Person2#: Lindsay, of course, I will be more than happy to recommend her to you.
#Person1#: How long was she employed with your company?
#Person2#: She freelanced with us for 3 years. She was always consistent and punctual with her assignments and a pleasure to work with.
#Person1#: Freelance, hmm. How do you think she will manage in an office environment?
#Person2#: She's a consummate professional and a team-player. I have utmost confidence in her abilities. You can't go wrong in hiring her. | #Person2# strongly recommends Lindsay Tipping to #Person1# and speaks highly of her working spirit and profession. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Shall we share a taxi?
#Person2#: Where are you heading now?
#Person1#: I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road. It is very close to your house.
#Person2#: Is that the university next to the Teachers'College?
#Person1#: That's the one.
#Person2#: You mean we'll share the taxi?
#Person1#: Yeah. If we share the cab, it'll be cheaper. Besides that your Chinese is better than mine. The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully.
#Person2#: Well. Don't worry about it, I will be happy to share the taxi with you. | #Person1# wants to share the taxi with #Person2#. #Person2# agrees after noticing the destination and advantages. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: what can I do for you, sir?
#Person2#: What do we get this morning?
#Person1#: Fruit juice, cake and refreshments and everything.
#Person2#: I'd like to a glass of tomato juice please.
#Person1#: Any serial, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. A dish of cornmeal weight.
#Person1#: And eggs?
#Person2#: Yes. Baked eggs and buttered toast. I like my baker very crazy.
#Person1#: How do you want to your eggs?
#Person2#: Fried, please.
#Person1#: Anything more, sir?
#Person2#: No, that's enough, thank you. | #Person2# orders tomato juice, cornmeal weight, buttered toast, and a fried egg for breakfast 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#: Good afternoon, Mrs. Vale. Please sit down.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Did you work as a salesperson before, Mrs. Vale?
#Person2#: Only as a clerk in a store.
#Person1#: I see. Well, consulting is a little different.
#Person2#: I'm a quick learner, Mr. Jenkins.
#Person1#: Umm hmm. Do you have a diver's license?
#Person2#: Yes, and I'm a very good driver.
#Person1#: Fine. We provide a company car for our consultants.
#Person2#: Do I have to travel a lot?
#Person1#: Oh yes-five days a week. You have to visit customers all over the territory.
#Person2#: But how will I get to know the products?
#Person1#: You'll have to attend a three-week course. If you do well, the job is yours.
#Person2#: How much is the salary?
#Person1#: Starting salary is $ 150 a week-plus commissions, of course.
#Person2#: How much commission do your consultants get?
#Person1#: Five percent.
#Person2#: Well, I'm very interested in the job.
#Person1#: Fine. The next course starts a week from tomorrow.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Good luck to you. | Mrs. Vale is applying for the job as a salesperson. Mr. Jenkins asks for some basic information and then tells her the requirements of the position. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'd like to rent a mid-size car for three days.
#Person1#: Okay. Let me check to see if we have one available. Hmmm. It's doesn't look like we do. We have a couple of economy, compact, and full-size cars available, or a nice minivan.
#Person2#: Well, what is the main difference between these cars?
#Person3#: The main difference is size. The economy car is the smallest, and it seats fewer passengers and can hold less luggage. [Okay.] How many people are with you?
#Person2#: Just me and my son.
#Person1#: Well, the economy car would work. We have one right out front.
#Person2#: Where? That one? It looks more like a shoebox to me. I'm really tall and trying squeeze into that thing ... I don't think so.
#Person1#: Well, if you need more room or comfort, I recommend the full-size car. It also has a nice stereo system, CD player, [Alright] safety rear door locks, and cruise control, and power locks and windows.
#Person2#: Well, I'm not so concerned about how it's equipped. I just want to make sure it is comfortable to drive. And what is the daily rate for that anyway?
#Person1#: Well, let's see here. Oh, yeah. It'll come to fifty-seven ninety-five a day.
#Person2#: Wow, a little expensive. But what's the cost for mileage?
#Person1#: Hey, all of our cars have unlimited miles, but of course, that doesn't include gas.
#Person2#: Yeah, right. I bet that car probably eats up gas, and now that were in the middle of the vacation season, gas stations are gouging consumers with astronomical prices.
#Person1#: Well, as they say, it comes down to the law of supply an demand.
#Person2#: Well, anyway, can you install a car seat in one of those cars? I have a 3-year-old son with me.
#Person1#: Sure, and that'll only be one dollar extra per day.
#Person2#: I'll go with the full-size car. Wait, uh ... what does it look like?
#Person1#: Uh, it's right out there in the parking lot. [Which one?] The one over there next to the sidewalk.
#Person2#: Do you mean that old lemon with the missing hubcap? Ahhh.
#Person1#: Sir, excuse me. We take pride in our vehicles. It's just that it's one of the last cars on our lot, but it runs like a dream. Don't let the exterior fool you. Hey, I'll even give you an extra fifteen dollars off the daily rate to show you we are serious about pleasing our customers. Will there be any other drivers?
#Person2#: No, I'm the only driver.
#Person1#: Okay. Would you like to purchase our daily car protection plan?
#Person2#: What's that exactly?
#Person1#: Well, the car protection plan is a complete insurance package covering damage to the vehicle, [Okay] injury or loss of life to you or your passengers [Oh]. It even includes incidental road damage caused by, let's say, a huge boulder rolling down the mountain and crushing your car. [Oh, uh, well ... ]. However, it won't cover loss of property due to theft. Too much crime in the area anyway. [What? Wh ... What about this crime? What, what?]. Don't worry about it. And the car protection plan is only seventeen ninety-five per day. [But you were saying?] And the nicest thing about this coverage is that you can rent the car without the worry and hassle of making a complicated claim in case you do have a problem.
#Person2#: But wouldn't my own car insurance cover those problems?
#Person1#: It might, but each insurance policy is different. With our car protection plan, however, you deal directly with us in case there is a problem [Well ... ], and we handle everything quickly, and you don't have to contact your own insurance company. Okay. Let me just confirm this. A full-size car with a car seat for three days [Yeah], plus the car protection package. Is that right? [That's right.] Okay, I'll have our mechanic, Louie, check the car over and pull it up to the door.
#Person2#: Push it up to the door? I hope this car really runs.
#Person1#: Well, in case it does break down on some out-of-the-way, deserted road, just call the toll-free number for assistance. They'll come to assist you within ... two business days. [Two business days!!!] Enjoy your trip. | #Person2# wants to rent a mid-size car but #Person1# doesn't have an available one. #Person1# introduces the cars of different sizes to #Person2# and recommends a full-sized car. After they discuss the cost, #Person2# chooses the full-size car and purchases the daily car protection plan in case of emergencies. | Summarize the 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 here to visit Mr. Roger Peterson. He lives in Room 612.
#Person2#: Fine. I need to check your ID card, and you will have to leave those flowers here.
#Person1#: Sorry, I forgot that flowers are not allowed here. What time do visiting hours end?
#Person2#: You can stay until 8:00 p.m. Here is your visitor's pass. | #Person1# wants to visit Mr. Roger Peterson. #Person2# checks #Person1#'s ID card and tells #Person1# the flowers are not allowed. | Summarize the 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 are millions of web pages on the net. How do I find what I'm looking for?
#Person2#: Use a search engine like Baidu and Google.
#Person1#: How does it work?
#Person2#: You enter the name or topic you are interested in and ask the search engine to find pages about your topic.
#Person1#: How do I use a search engine?
#Person2#: Let me tell you step by step.
#Person1#: OK!
#Person2#: At first, we can go to the website address and then type the keywords.
#Person1#: Then it will search automatically?
#Person2#: Yes, it will show a lot of websites with the keywords.
#Person1#: If I find the website I need, what should I do?
#Person2#: That's easy, click the website, and you can enter.
#Person1#: Thank you for your help! | #Person2# teaches #Person1# how to find a web page via searching engines step by step. | Summarize the 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, Francis, I want a new apartment. Are there any near you?
#Person2#: Why do you want another apartment?
#Person1#: The man who lives upstairs plays music all night and I can't fall asleep.
#Person2#: What kind of apartment do you want?
#Person1#: Not a big one. One bedroom is fine.
#Person2#: Do you mind having a roommate?
#Person1#: No, I can live with a roommate. Why?
#Person2#: My brother wants a roommate. Why don't you phone him?
#Person1#: Does he live near the ocean?
#Person2#: Yes, he does. | #Person1# wants a new apartment and Francis recommends #Person1# to share the apartment with his brother. | Summarize the 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, Linda. How long have you been here?
#Person2#: Nearly half a year.
#Person1#: Are you studying for a degree?
#Person2#: No. I'm studying in a language school now. But I plan to go to a university for a degree next year.
#Person1#: What major do you want to choose?
#Person2#: I'm interested in early education.
#Person1#: Are you going to be a primary school teacher?
#Person2#: Yes. I love being around children. | Linda tells #Person1# she's studying in a language school and plans to go to a university to study early education next year. | Summarize the 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 did you last go to the seaside?
#Person2#: Last July. We spent all our days on the beach.
#Person1#: Did you have a good time there?
#Person2#: Yes. We swam and dived off the rocks into the sea. We also played game on the sand.
#Person1#: The summer vacation is coming. Will you go there this year?
#Person2#: I am afraid I won't. My father will go to Guangzhou on business next week. He won't back until September.
#Person1#: What a pity! How long can you hold your breath under the water?
#Person2#: I don't know. Perhaps more than one minute.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. Let us go swimming tomorrow in the river. Is that right? | #Person2# had a good time at the beach last summer but cannot go there this year because of her father's business trip. #Person1# invites #Person2# to go swimming 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#: Did you take notes in math class? If so, can I borrow them? I wasn't there because I was at an amusement park.
#Person2#: I do have some notes, but I am reading them right now. Maybe you should ask another one for help. | #Person1# wants to borrow #Person2#'s math notes but #Person2# needs it at present. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me,can I see the personnel manager? My name is Lucy Jordan.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Have a seat, please.
#Person1#: Thank you. I come in answer to your ad for the saleswoman.
#Person2#: Okay, what qualifications do you have for the toy store work?
#Person1#: I once worked in a local toy store and my major is business administration.
#Person2#: Are you familiar with the toys for children?
#Person1#: Well, my nephew is 8 years old now and he always likes the toys I've bought for him.
#Person2#: How soon would you be able to start work?
#Person1#: As soon as possible. | Lucy Jordan is applying for a saleswoman at a toy store. She tells #Person2# her qualification for the work. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Well, you know I had a good time tonight.
#Person2#: I'm pleased to hear that.
#Person1#: But I have to say goodbye right now.
#Person2#: Why? It's not late. Can't you stay a little longer?
#Person1#: No, I'm sorry, but I really must go. I don't know whether I can catch the last bus if I don't hurry now.
#Person2#: When does the bus go?
#Person1#: At ten o'clock. Oh dear! It's already a quarter past ten.
#Person2#: Don't worry, Kate. Since you have missed the bus, it is unnecessary for you to hurry. I can drive you home.
#Person1#: Thank you. You are so kind. But my mother will worry about me if I'm too late getting home. I must get home before 11:00.
#Person2#: That's all right. Let's go now. But I hope to have a chance to see you again.
#Person1#: Thank you, John. | Kate has to leave to catch the bus, but it's too late and the last bus already left. John offers to drive her home and wishes to see her again. | Summarize the 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. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, er... I am going to see the West End.
#Person1#: How much time do you have?
#Person2#: Just one day.
#Person1#: Well, what do you particularly want to do?
#Person2#: I want to visit museums, art galleries, Buckingham Palace, do some shopping, go to the theater...
#Person1#: But you only have one day!
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Well, you can go shopping in the morning.
#Person2#: Where?
#Person1#: In Oxford Street.
#Person2#: How do I get there?
#Person1#: You can walk through Hyde Park. It's quite near.
#Person2#: Good. What time do the shops open?
#Person1#: At nine.
#Person2#: Are there any restaurants in Oxford Street?
#Person1#: Yes, there are lots. You can have lunch there.
#Person2#: Are there any museums near Oxford Street?
#Person1#: Yes, the British Museum. You can go there in the afternoon.
#Person2#: Good, What time does it close?
#Person1#: At five.
#Person2#: I want to go to the theater in the evening.
#Person1#: Well, there are many theaters near there.
#Person2#: Where?
#Person1#: In Shaftsbury Avenue. You can take a bus from the British Museum.
#Person2#: Perfect. Thanks for your help.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Have a good time! | #Person2# wants to see the West End in one day. #Person1# makes a detailed plan for #Person2# including all the tourist attractions #Person2# wishes to visit. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What's wrong, Peter?
#Person2#: Can you believe this? I locked my keys in the car and I have to go to the airport to pick up my aunt.
#Person1#: So, what are you going to do?
#Person2#: I don't know. Do you think I could borrow your car for a few hours?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but I really need it this afternoon.
#Person2#: Well, could you drive me home then? I have spare keys there.
#Person1#: That's no problem.
#Person2#: Do you have a quarter for the phone? My wallet's in the car, too.
#Person1#: Here you are. Anything else?
#Person2#: No, that's it. I really appreciate it. | Peter requests #Person1# to lend him the car because he locked his keys in the car, but #Person1# needs the car this afternoon. So Peter requests #Person1# to drive him home and gives him a quarter for the phone. | Summarize the 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 you received a prize for you book.
#Person2#: yes, I did. I won a prize for best local history book at the annual book awards.
#Person1#: congratulations! You must be very proud of your achievement.
#Person2#: actually, I was happy just to get the book published. Winning the prize was an added bonus.
#Person1#: what was the prize?
#Person2#: I won $200 to spend on any books of my choice.
#Person1#: that's a great prize for a person who writes books! Have you ever won a prize before?
#Person2#: I shared a prize with some friends last week. We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz.
#Person1#: I won $10 in the lottery last month. Perhaps next time, I'll be luckier and win the jackpot! | #Person1# congratulates #Person2# on winning the prize for #Person2#'s book. Then they share their own experience of winning a prize before. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I take your order now?
#Person2#: Yes, bring me a bottle of wine and filet steak.
#Person1#: Do you want some salad dressing?
#Person2#: Yes, what kind do you have?
#Person1#: We have Italian, French, thousand island and blue cheese.
#Person2#: I think French will be fine. | #Person2# orders some wine, filet steak, and French salad dressing with #Person1#'s assistance. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Where are you going?
#Person2#: Take me to the center station, please
#Person1#: OK, here we go.
#Person2#: Do you think you can get me there seven thirty?
#Person1#: We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam.
#Person2#: Hope we have good luck.
#Person1#: Here we are, you still get plenty of time. That's 8. 15$, please.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. Here's 10$, keep the change, please. | #Person2# drives #Person1# to the central station before seven-thirty. #Person1#'s grateful and pays for the fee. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: It's our anniversary today. I am looking for the same flowers as the ones in her wedding bouquet.
#Person1#: What do they look like?
#Person2#: White.
#Person1#: How tall are they?
#Person2#: They are short, I guess. About the same height as those short flowers over there.
#Person1#: Do they look like roses?
#Person2#: No, they look like little bells.
#Person1#: Oh, lilies of the valley. No, I am sorry. We are all out of them right now.
#Person2#: Oh, that's too bad.
#Person1#: What about roses?
#Person2#: Ok. How many do you suggest?
#Person1#: As many as you like, sir. They are beautiful, aren't they?
#Person2#: Yes, they are. | #Person2# wants to buy lilies of the valley for his anniversary but #Person1#'s store has run out of them, then #Person1# recommends roses. | Summarize the 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 tried shopping online?
#Person2#: no, never. I perfer to actually see and touch what I'm buying before I pay for it, especially for clothes and shoes.
#Person1#: that's right. Seeing is believing.
#Person2#: I've heard some friends say when they get the article, it's quite different from what they see on the website advertisement.
#Person1#: that happens. Without close quality examination, we may encounter fraud, and the e-shop may suddenly disappear.
#Person2#: what's more, it's not always so safe for us to pay online as hackers might steal the user name and password.
#Person1#: it's said that some measures have been taken to deal with this problem. Paying online is much safer than before, but I still have the feeling that it's not safe enough.
#Person2#: I can't agree more. that's why I only do street shopping.
#Person1#: me too. Sometimes I surf online shops to check some related information, and then go to a physical store to do the actual shopping.
#Person2#: that's a good idea. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the disadvantages of online shopping including safety problems and the quality of the products, and they both prefer street shopping. | Summarize the 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, Alex. How are you doing?
#Person2#: Just fine, Karen. I'm just taking a breather from all this paper work!
#Person1#: I know the feeling. I'm calling to let you know about this new Italian place I found. It's right around the corner.
#Person2#: I'll have to try it. You know how I am about Italian food! What's the name? | Karen recommends a new Italian restaurant to Alex who is busy with work. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: welcome back! How was your vacation?
#Person2#: it was fantastic, but I'm glad to be back! Being a tourist is really tiring!
#Person1#: where did you end up going?
#Person2#: because it's off-season, we got a really good package deal to Paris, so we went there.
#Person1#: I've always wanted to go to Paris. The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world! Did you go to the top?
#Person2#: that was the first thing we did. I have a few pictures. Do you want to see them?
#Person1#: sure. What's this one a picture of?
#Person2#: oh, that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling. I'm standing next to a famous founation in the centre of the city.
#Person1#: you don't look very happy in that picture.
#Person2#: no , by that time, I was sick of sightseeing. I had had enough of art galleries, cathedrals, fountains, statues, and palaces!
#Person1#: so what did you do?
#Person2#: we spent that afternoon walking around a flea market. We had a few coffees, watched a movie, and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel.
#Person1#: my travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing. Did you go to the Louvre?
#Person2#: of course! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though.
#Person1#: that's what everyone says! I can't wait to see it for myself some day. | #Person2# describes the trip to Paris to #Person1# and shares the pictures with #Person1#. #Person1# gets excited about going to Paris too. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Who did the stupid thing?
#Person2#: Maybe it was Dick.
#Person1#: I don't think so. Dick has been on the ball and he never does things like that.
#Person2#: Then it must be a naughty boy who did it. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about who did the stupid thing. | Summarize the 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 summer vacation is coming. Have you any plans?
#Person2#: I haven't made up my mind. Maybe I will go to the US. What about you?
#Person1#: I am going on a hiking trip. It's good exercise as well as fun.
#Person2#: I think so.
#Person1#: So why not come and join us? Lee will come as well.
#Person2#: That's great. I will go hiking with you. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the plan for summer vacation. #Person1# invites #Person2# to the hiking trip. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mom, this is your third bowl of rice!
#Person2#: I know but I have no choice. My stomach just keeps crying for more and more.
#Person1#: Why? I never saw you eat so much before.
#Person2#: I've been going to the gym these days. The exercise makes me hungry all the time.
#Person1#: So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out.
#Person2#: Don't pull my leg.
#Person1#: This way you'll probably put on more weight. Will you give up?
#Person2#: Surely not. I can feel the results. I'm starting to feel different now.
#Person1#: Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight?
#Person2#: I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed.
#Person1#: Oh, I've got an idea. Why don't you ask Dad to go with you? He badly needs some exercise.
#Person2#: Your father is a bit too timid. He even doesn't know how to introduce himself.
#Person1#: He can just say, I'm Benjamin. I'm new and shy.
#Person2#: Girl, don't make fun of your Daddy. But I can introduce him to my personal trainer. Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato.
#Person1#: Who knows! | #Person1# makes fun of her mom for eating too much. Her mom explains that she goes exercises these days. #Person1# suggests her mom bring her dad to the gym. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: That dress is very pretty. Why don't you like it?
#Person2#: It's too loud.
#Person1#: We've been looking around for many hours. What on earth are you looking for?
#Person2#: Well, you know, those styles or colors don't suit me.
#Person1#: What style do you want?
#Person2#: I want to buy a V-neck checked sweater, and it should be tight.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. How about the color?
#Person2#: Quiet color.
#Person1#: I know a shop selling this kind of sweaters.
#Person2#: Really? Let's go there. | #Person2# wants to buy a specific sweater. #Person1# recommends a shop and they will go there. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jack, what's wrong? You are not in a good mood.
#Person2#: My boss told me not to go to work again.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: I made a huge mistake at work yesterday. I wouldn't have made that mistake if I had been more careful.
#Person1#: You are always careless. So what's your plan now?
#Person2#: I must find a new job as soon as possible.
#Person1#: But I think you should learn to be more careful before you find a new job, or you will make the same mistake again.
#Person2#: I guess you are right. So did you have a good time last night?
#Person1#: Yes, we played music and danced. But Susan didn't look very happy.
#Person2#: You wouldn't be happy either, if it were your thirtieth birthday.
#Person1#: Yes, you are right. No one wants to get old. | Jack tells #Person1# he was fired due to his carelessness and he decides to find a new one. #Person2# tells Jack #Person2# had a good time last night but Susan was unhappy because she turned 30. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What were you like when you were my age?
#Person2#: That was a long time ago, I was a lot like you actually. I loved art and I took dance lessons.
#Person1#: I like art, too.
#Person2#: I know you do. I have hung a lot of your paintings up in the living room. I was also very shy and I didn't make friends very easily. Do you want to see some photos of me when I was little?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Here I am on Easter Sunday. Look at my silly hat and here I am with the family dog Buttons. He was so sweet. Oh, look this is me with your mother when she was little. She looks just like you.
#Person1#: I think she looks like you.
#Person2#: She does look like me. I'm her mother after all.
#Person1#: When did you meet me?
#Person2#: When you were born, I was at the hospital when your mother had you and I was the third person to hold you. Your grandfather was the fourth. He would be very proud of you if he were still with us today. You're a wonderful little boy. | #Person2# shows her grandson some pictures of her own when she was young. #Person2# tells her grandson she was the third person to hold 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#: Look at these paintings, everybody in my family loves painting. They all go to the same painting club.
#Person2#: The paintings are very good. And look at that one, it's great.
#Person1#: My aunt painted it. She loves painting birds. She says their wings or special.
#Person2#: Yes and their shapes are very beautiful, but I think the best painter in my family is my dad. He's excellent at painting pictures of the forest.
#Person1#: Wow, I like that painting.
#Person2#: Which one?
#Person1#: That one there with a Woodhouse in the mountain. It looks very amazing with the sun in the sky.
#Person2#: My mom painted that, she loves painting the countryside.
#Person1#: And what about this one?
#Person2#: My cousin painted that, she loves paintings zoo animals.
#Person1#: Is this the last painting?
#Person2#: Yes, my brother painted it. He likes painting different fish.
#Person1#: I like the dark blue color, but the shark doesn't look very friendly. | #Person1# and #Person1# are discussing the paintings drawn by #Person1#'s family members. | Summarize the 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 long have you been living in this city, Jack?
#Person2#: Let me see. I came to this city when I was 23 years old. So 5 years now.
#Person1#: Do you like living in the big city?
#Person2#: Not so much. Air pollution has become such a big problem here now.
#Person1#: So do you want to move to the countryside?
#Person2#: No. Life there is really slow and boring, and here in the city we can get fresh vegetables and even some rare kinds of fruit. How I wish the air in the city could be fresher. Perhaps, it could be if there were fewer cars.
#Person1#: I don't think it's that easy to solve the pollution problem.
#Person2#: So, how long have you been living here?
#Person1#: I moved here from the countryside only 2 years ago. But I'm already tired of the life here?
#Person2#: Do you want to move back to the countryside?
#Person1#: No. As you said, life in the countryside can be boring.
#Person2#: So will you keep living here?
#Person1#: No. I'm considering moving to a smaller city. You know, a city with fresher air and better traffic. | Though Jack hates the air pollution in the city, he thinks country life is slow and boring. #Person1# agrees with him and considers moving to a smaller city. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Our guest today is Dr. Lia Kwan. Dr. Kwan works with computer related injuries and problems. Dr. Kwan, do you see more computer-related problem these days?
#Person2#: Oh, definitely yes. People are doing more and more with computers and that means more physical problems.
#Person1#: So what can we do?
#Person2#: Well, how you sit at the computer is very important. First, have a good chair. It should support your back well.
#Person1#: OK, a good chair.
#Person2#: And also your feet should be flat on the floor when you're sitting. You shouldn't cross your legs.
#Person1#: OK. I don't always keep my feet flat on the floor at the computer.
#Person2#: I know, it's hard sometimes. Anyway, you shouldn't sit too close to the screen either.
#Person1#: Is half a meter away enough?
#Person2#: Not exactly. You should sit about an arm's length away.
#Person1#: What about the keyboard?
#Person2#: The position of arms and hands should be relaxed on the keyboard.
#Person1#: That's really helpful. Another advice?
#Person2#: Yes, that all about sitting. The other thing is about not sitting. You shouldn't sit at the computer too long. Make sure you take breaks often and move around, too.
#Person1#: Oh, that's really important and very helpful to us who work long hours at computers. | Dr. Lia Kwan answers #Person1#'s questions and gives a lot of useful solutions to solve computer-related injuries and problems. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You're here to make a deposit, is that correct?
#Person2#: Right. I'd like to deposit 2, 000 RMB into my Current Account.
#Person1#: No problem. Could I have the cash and your Bank Book, please? Oh dear... there seems to be some problems here...
#Person2#: What? What's wrong?
#Person1#: I'm sorry but 5 of these notes seem to be counterfeit. Look at this watermark, do you see it?
#Person2#: It does look a little strange, I didn't notice that before. | #Person2# comes to deposit some money but #Person1# finds 5 of the notes are counterfeit. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you tell me the differences between a letter and a memorandum, Miss Thong?
#Person2#: Certainly. A letter must be sent out of the company and must be mailed or posted. A memorandum is a communication within an organization.
#Person1#: Should we use the layout we use for a letter when we write a memorandum?
#Person2#: No, not necessary. Usually we have a set form which is printed. We just fill in the printed forms and send it to the person or the offices concerned in the company.
#Person1#: Of course, let me find one for you. | Miss Thong tells #Person1# the differences between a letter and a memorandum and says it's not necessary to use the layout when writing a memorandum. | Summarize the 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 think of this dress? Do you think it suits me?
#Person2#: Sure. Why don ' t you try it on? The fitting room is over there.
#Person1#: It ' s just the right size-a perfect fit! Have you seen anything you like?
#Person2#: I ' m thinking about buying this sweater. I know it ' s June now, but it will be perfect for autumn and winter.
#Person1#: It looks too big for you, but I like the color and the material is good quality. Is it on sale?
#Person2#: Yes, it ' s half price. It ' s supposed to be too large--that ' s the fashion.
#Person1#: I might get one too, but in a different color. I prefer light blue to white.
#Person2#: There.It looks great, don ' t you think? I ' m going to get these jeans as well. I need a new pair. I ' m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter.
#Person1#: I ' m getting this beret? Doesn ' t it look cool? I ' d like to get some jeans too, but I don ' t have enough cash on me.
#Person2#: Don ' t worry. I ' Ve got my credit card. You can pay me back later.
#Person1#: Thanks! Now I don ' t need to come back to the shop a second time. | #Person1# and #Person2# are shopping. #Person1#'ll get a dress, a sweater in light blue, and a beret. #Person2#'ll buy a sweater in white, a pair of jeans, and a scarf. #Person1# also wants the jeans but she doesn't bring enough cash. #Person2# offers to help pay by credit card. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How come it is slow as a snail today?
#Person2#: You mean the network connection?
#Person1#: Yes, I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now. It took me almost one minute to open it. Then there is no response for any click.
#Person2#: I have the same question. I can ' t send out mails. We ' d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately.
#Person1#: Ok. | #Person1# and #Person2# find the network connection very slow and #Person2# suggests calling the IT department for a check. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you type, Jane?
#Person2#: Yes, I can.
#Person1#: How many words a minute?
#Person2#: About 100 words a minute.
#Person1#: En. . . and can you speak any foreign languages?
#Person2#: Yes, I can speak Spanish, and I can also speak Chinese.
#Person1#: Really? that's very good. What about French?
#Person2#: No, I can't speak French. But I can speak Italian, not very well though.
#Person1#: . . . Can you start next week?
#Person2#: Next week?
#Person1#: Yes, on Monday.
#Person2#: You mean I have the job?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right, you have the job now. | #Person1# interviews Jane about her typing speed and language ability and then tells her she gets the job. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello. Welcome!
#Person2#: Hello. I'd like to have my nails manicured.
#Person1#: This way please. We offer multiple manicure services here. Do you want a full service?
#Person2#: I don't need the full service.
#Person1#: But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now.
#Person2#: No, thanks. All I need is painting and polishing.
#Person1#: OK. Please sit down. I hope you will be satisfied with our service.
#Person2#: Thanks very much. | #Person1# recommends a full service for #Person2# to have the nail manicured but #Person1# only needs painting and polishing. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning! I'd like to buy twelve tickets to Beijing for October 14th.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. We have many trains going to Beijing, fast train, through train, express train and tourist train. Which train do you prefer?
#Person2#: Well, the express one, with air-conditioning.
#Person1#: Then you'll have two choices. Train No. 14 leaves at 6:00 p. m, and train No. 22 leaves at 8: 00 p. m.
#Person2#: When do they arrive in Beijing?
#Person1#: They will arrive the next morning, at 8: 00 a. m. and 10:00 a m. respectively.
#Person2#: In that case I think Train No. 14 will be better. We can do more sightseeing in Beijing.
#Person1#: Right. Trains No. 13 and No. 14 are the best trains on the line between Beijing and Shanghai. Which seats do you prefer, cushioned seats, ordinary seats, cushioned berth, or ordinary berth?
#Person2#: In a cushioned sleeper, please. | #Person1# helps #Person2# buy twelve express train tickets of Train no.14 to Beijing in a cushioned sleeper, the train will leave at 8 pm and arrived at 10 am next morning. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm moving out.
#Person2#: Your lease isn't up yet.
#Person1#: I won't be able to stay here anymore.
#Person2#: That's going to be a problem.
#Person1#: I don't know why there's a problem.
#Person2#: It's a problem because I can't give you your deposit back.
#Person1#: Why can't you give it back to me?
#Person2#: You're breaking our contract.
#Person1#: I'm going to need my deposit back.
#Person2#: That's not going to happen.
#Person1#: I can't stay here, though.
#Person2#: That's really not my problem. | #Person1#'s moving out and wants to get the deposit back. #Person2# refuses because #Person1#'s breaking the 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#: Hello. This is Bell Canada. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. This is Amy Yang. I'm calling for a home phone cancellation. I'm moving out next month.
#Person1#: Okay. What day would you want your home phone cancelled?
#Person2#: The end of this month.
#Person1#: All right. I'll do it for you by then. Anything else?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Bye. | #Person1# from Bell Canada will make a home phone cancellation for Amy. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Could you show me how to operate this fax machine? I am going to receive some urgent fax from a company.
#Person2#: Of course. Let me check it. Firstly, don't be frustrated about all the buttons on it.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: After overcoming these buttons, you should check whether there is any paper in the machine, you must make sure this.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more.
#Person2#: And then prepare what you want to receive. If you want to send a photograph, you must copy one.
#Person1#: What can I do next?
#Person2#: The next thing you should do is to wait. The sender will give you the fax.
#Person1#: Look. Some of the faxes come through blurred. What is wrong with it?
#Person2#: Maybe we should call its after-service man. | #Person2# shows #Person1# how to operate the fax machine but some of the faxes come through blurred. #Person2# suggests calling the after-service man. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Nick! How's it going?
#Person2#: Oh, hey. . .
#Person1#: What are you doing in this neighbourhood? Do you live around here?
#Person2#: Actually, my office is right around the corner.
#Person1#: It was great to meet you last week at the conference. I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, it was really interesting. You know, I'm in a bit of a hurry, but here's my card. We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion.
#Person1#: Sure, you still have my contact details, right?
#Person2#: You know what, this is really embarrassing, but your name has just slipped my mind. Can you remind me?
#Person1#: Sure, my name is Ana Ferris. Don't worry about it, it happens to me all the time. I'm terrible with names too. | Ana Ferris meets Nick by chance and reminds him of their conversation about foreign investment. Nick gives Ana his card but embarrassingly tells her he forgot her name. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: That was a nice funeral.
#Person2#: Yes, dad, it was.
#Person1#: The son gave a nice speech about his father.
#Person2#: It was long, too.
#Person1#: I think it was about 45 minutes long.
#Person2#: But it went by fast. It was interesting.
#Person1#: I liked it.
#Person2#: I'll give you a speech like that, too.
#Person1#: Do you think anyone will come to my funeral?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: I think only the family will be there.
#Person2#: You have lots of friends. They will be there, too! | #Person1# and #Person2# think the funeral is nice. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'ll give a nice speech at #Person1# funeral. | Summarize the 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 like waltz?
#Person2#: It's very nice, I like it very much.
#Person1#: May I invite you for the first dance?
#Person2#: My pleasure. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer.
#Person1#: In fact, I took up dancing quite recently, too.
#Person2#: Oh, really? But you're doing the tango wonderfully well.
#Person1#: I'm glad you say so, you dance beautifully too. It's lucky that I got a partner.
#Person2#: Thank you for your compliments. It's just that you are a good leader. Do you like the samba and waltz?
#Person1#: Yes. And what dances do you like best?
#Person2#: Waltz is my favorite. I like it better than any other dances.
#Person1#: Oh, the music has stopped. Thank you for the dance.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Let's go and have a drink.
#Person1#: Fine. | #Person1# invites #Person2# for the first dance. They compliment each other's dancing and talk about their favorite dances. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Sometimes you look like brains, and sometimes you are simple a Barbie Doll.
#Person2#: I don't know whether I am a Barbie Doll or you are one.
#Person1#: Maybe I am a Barbie Doll, but I won't do Barbie Doll things.
#Person2#: Well, I am not going to flog a dead horse. Let get down to our brass tasks and tidy these things up. | #Person1# satirizes #Person2# but #Person2# doesn't want to fight and suggests finishing their brass tasks. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Just remember. The main thing right now is to make sure Stars.com is happy.
#Person2#: Right. You're right. But she's just evil. Someone should drive a stake through her heart.
#Person1#: Elvin, please. Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week, or not?
#Person2#: I'm OK. I'll be fine. I will be cool. I'm cold. I'm like ice. She won't know what hit her.
#Person1#: By the way, how's the nose? Boy, that must have hurt. | #Person1# cautions Elvin to make sure Stars. com is happy and keep cool for a week. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon, madam. May I help you?
#Person2#: Do you have some new perfume?
#Person1#: I am sorry, madam. I didn't hear you. It's too noisy here. Could you please say it again?
#Person2#: Well, I wanna buy some new perfume.
#Person1#: Would you please wait a minute? I will get one for you at once.
#Person2#: That's all right.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Can I open it?
#Person1#: Yes, certainly, madam.
#Person2#: It smells sweet.
#Person1#: Yes, it is. This perfume just arrived yesterday, and it's the latest products of Chanel.
#Person2#: Really? How much is it?
#Person1#: 55 dollars, madam.
#Person2#: Ok, I will take two bottles.
#Person1#: Thank you. Do you need something else?
#Person2#: No, thanks. | #Person2# purchases two bottles of Chanel's latest products of perfume at the cost of $55 per bottle with #Person1#'s assistance. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, the toilet in my room doesn't flush.
#Person2#: I am sorry, sir. Can you tell me your room number?
#Person1#: 812.
#Person2#: Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person1#: The tap is always driving. I can't sleep well.
#Person2#: OK, we will send a repairman to your room right now. | #Person2#'ll send a repairman to #Person1#'s room to fix the toilet and the tap. | Summarize the 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 checking out. Here is the key to my room.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'll just print out your receipt, and then you're free to go. Here you go!
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: If you don't mind me asking, how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel?
#Person1#: This hotel could use some insecticide, but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful.
#Person2#: That's very honest of you. Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time. | #Person1# checks out with #Person2#'s assistance and suggests this hotel to use some insecticide. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: If I remember correctly, time of delivery is another point on which we differ.
#Person2#: That's right. Let's go into the details.
#Person1#: Ok. I hope you can have these goods delivered before the end of Sep. We'd like them to be there in time for our Christmas sales.
#Person2#: Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year, right?
#Person1#: But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec. 25.
#Person2#: Well. I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment. Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment.
#Person1#: I hope you'll try to get them to step up production.
#Person2#: As new orders keep pouring in, the workers are working three shifts to step up production.
#Person1#: If that's the case, there is nothing more to be said.
#Person2#: I am sorry.
#Person1#: What's your last word as to the date then?
#Person2#: I said by the middle of Oct. This is the best we can promise.
#Person1#: All right. I'll take you at your word.
#Person2#: Good. Let's call it a deal. We will do our best to advance the shipment, but your L / C should be opened early Sep.
#Person1#: I promise. | #Person1# hopes #Person2# can have the goods delivered before the end of September. but #Person2# tells #Person1# it'll be difficult to advance the time of shipment. They finally reach an agreement on the date by the middle of October. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How many people are traveling with you today, miss?
#Person2#: Just me. I'm traveling alone.
#Person1#: And how many bags do you have?
#Person2#: Just one carry-on and one that I want to check.
#Person1#: You must be going to some island to relax in the sun where all you need is a swim suit and a toothbrush.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Well, you have fun.
#Person2#: I will have fun. | #Person2# tells #Person1# she's travelling alone. #Person1# checks the bag and lets her go. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Let me suggest this one. It's an excellent watch, it looks good, and it's only $ 100.
#Person2#: Hmm. That's not too bad. Does it have a stopwatch?
#Person1#: Uh, no. Analog watches don't come with stopwatches. You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch.
#Person2#: Oh. I see. Where are your digital watches?
#Person1#: Right here.
#Person2#: I don't like this kind as much. Never mind the stopwatch then. I'll take that other one. Do you take checks?
#Person1#: Yes. Make it out to Time After Time.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# at first wants a watch with a stopwatch but later buys an analog watch by check 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#: Good evening.
#Person2#: Good evening. My wife and I would like a room, please. Is there any room available? We don't have a reservation.
#Person1#: Let me see. Yes, we have one room left. You're lucky. It's the last one.
#Person2#: Good. We're tired after driving all day, and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room.
#Person1#: This room has two double beds. It's number 56 at the rear of the motel. It's quite a comfortable room.
#Person2#: How much is it for one night? We only need it for tonight. We're going to continue our trip in the morning.
#Person1#: It's forty-five dollars a night for two. Is anyone else traveling with you?
#Person2#: No, it's just the two of us.
#Person1#: Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card?
#Person2#: Credit card. We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips.
#Person1#: Please fill out this registration card. Here is your key. You can park your car in front of our room. Check - out time is noon.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. Enjoy your stay with us. | #Person1# checks in with his wife without a reservation for a double room at the cost of $45 and pays for the room by credit card with the help of #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#: To get around your difficulty, Mr. Smith. I'd suggest that you reduce your order by half. You can send in an additional order later.
#Person2#: Well, I'll consider the possibility. By the way, when do I have to open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June.
#Person1#: A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered.
#Person2#: Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly?
#Person1#: Getting the goods ready, making out the documents and booking the shipping space, all this takes time you know. You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month.
#Person2#: Very well, Mr. Zhang. I'll not reduce my order. I'll take the full quantity you offer. And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home.
#Person1#: When will that be?
#Person2#: Early next month. In the meantime, I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready. I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / C.
#Person1#: You can rest assured of that. | Mr. Zhang suggests Mr.Smith reduce his order and tells him he should open the L / C before the time of the delivery, but Mr. Smith won't reduce his order and will arrange for the L / C to be opened as soon as he gets home. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: First of all, thank you for accepting this job.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations?
#Person2#: Would you please tell me about your pay skill first?
#Person1#: We'll offer you a monthly salary to begin with, in addition, we offer one percent commission and all your sales. You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance. What's starting salary would you expect here?
#Person2#: They sum my skills and experience. I'd like to start it with 4000 yuan a month.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable.
#Person2#: Do I have paid vacation?
#Person1#: Yes, you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year, and you get it additional week after 4 years, and then again, after 9 years if you decide to stay that long, we promote from within based on performance, so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager. | #Person1# explains their pay skill to #Person2# and #Person2# wants to start with 4000 yuan a month, then #Person1# introduces their policy of paid vacation. | Summarize the 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, we've finally put the finishing touches on the training programs for next year. Here's a report showing the projected costs as well as the expected return on investment.
#Person2#: Return on investment? How can you have a return on this kind of investment? Can you really calculate the value of these training programs?
#Person1#: Sure! It's not a real figure, of course. It's just an estimate based on rehiring costs, and the potential lost revenue that results from incompetence.
#Person2#: Wow! I'm impressed. So, what's in the cards for future training? Will it be in-house or off-site?
#Person1#: A little of both. We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training. Those are available to everyone. We also have a variety of other programs
#Person2#: Yes, I see that here. . . continuing education for the IT department, a time management course for accounting, and team building for sales. Anything planned for HR?
#Person1#: A holiday, I hope! No, really, we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques. We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer. | #Person1# explains to #Person2# the report showing the projected costs and the expected return on investment and introduces the plans for future training. | Summarize the 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'll try one of these on. ( The customer tries one of the shoes on. ) It's too big. It slides up and down my heel when I walk around.
#Person2#: Well, let's try a size ten. ( He gets another pair and the customer tries a shoe on. ) Looks like a perfect fit.
#Person1#: Not really. It pinches my toes.
#Person2#: I'm sure they'll be fine once you break them in.
#Person1#: I don't know. . . well, I guess I'll take them, since you don't seem to have anything better.
#Person2#: Thank you, ma'am. It's been a pleasure doing business with you. | #Person1# tries on two pairs of shoes and decides to take the latter 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#: Do you think chinese families have changed much in the last 50 years?
#Person2#: I think families everywhere have changed a lot in the last 5 decades.
#Person1#: What do you think is the biggest change?
#Person2#: Well, in the past, three or four generations would live together under the same roof. Nowadays, living in the same city as one's relatives is becoming rare.
#Person1#: That's true. You know, some husbands and wives don't even live in the same city any more.
#Person2#: Would you consider having your parents live with you when they get older?
#Person1#: I guess I'm a bit old-fashioned. I'd rather have my parents live with me than live in a retirement room.
#Person2#: That's very respectable, but I could never live with my parents. I usually only see them at our christmas celebration, and that's enough!
#Person1#: How about your other siblings? Do they spend a lot of time with your parents?
#Person2#: Two of my sisters still live at home, even though they have already graduated from university and have good jobs. They enjoy spending their free time with my parents. I guess in that respect, I'm the black sheep of the family.
#Person1#: I see. Do your parents ever ask you to come home to visit them more often?
#Person2#: They're always asking me to come home, but I think our relationship is better if we keep a distance from each other. Whenever we see each other, all we do is fight. | #Person2# thinks the biggest change of Chinese families is that family members rarely live together now. #Person1# would like to live with #Person1#'s parents while #Person2# prefers keeping a distance from parents and seeing them occasionally. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Hello, may I make an appointment for sometime early this afternoon?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. All the appointments are filled.
#Person2#: Oh, what a pity. I'd like to see the doctor as soon as possible. I have a sharp pain in my chest.
#Person1#: Let me see. . . Perhaps I could fit you in at five thirty.
#Person2#: Five thirty? I have a dinner appointment at six.
#Person1#: What about tomorrow morning, then?
#Person2#: No. I can't wait. I feel awful. The dinner appointment has to be canceled.
#Person1#: I guess it can't be helped.
#Person2#: You are right. Did you say 5:30? I'll make a note of it. Fine.
#Person1#: All right, then. See you this afternoon.
#Person2#: How kind of you! Good-bye. | #Person2# wants to make an appointment for sometime early this afternoon but all the appointments are filled. #Person1# suggests five-thirty and tomorrow morning. #Person2# accepts the former time. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'd like to speak to Mr. Johnson, please.
#Person2#: This is Mr. Johnson.
#Person1#: Oh, hello. This is Erica Stone. My living room window was broken this afternoon. Can you repair it?
#Person2#: Sure. I can come over tomorrow afternoon. Is that OK?
#Person1#: Could you come over now?
#Person2#: OK, I'll come over and take a look in a little while.
#Person1#: You charge about $100, don't you?
#Person2#: Usually, if it's a small window. Didn't I repair a window for you a few weeks ago? Oh, and your children have broken the window again? Were they playing ball in the house?
#Person1#: Well, I told them not to do that any more. This time I broke it. I was practicing my volleyball.
#Person2#: Oh, you did, did you?
#Person1#: Yes, you're right. | Erica Stone phones Mr.Johnson to repair the broken window now. Mr. Johnson remembers having repaired a window broken by her children which was actually broken by Erica. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: So what's the matter with you then?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing. I'm just a bit led up really.
#Person1#: Why's that? I thought you were pleased about the new job and going to London.
#Person2#: I am, I am. It's just that I've bean here for so long in this town and it's hard to think of anywhere else as home. You know the worst thing will be not being able to take a walk with the dog whenever I feel like it.
#Person1#: Yes, I can understand that. But I'm sure once you are settled in you'll be fine.
#Person2#: Sure, but you know it's not the same as being here. I've got friends here, I know where the local shops and cinemas are and of course I've got you to look after me!
#Person1#: Well, Tim, is that all you'll miss me for? Doing your washing and ironing...?
#Person2#: No, of course not, Mum. There's your cooking as well!
#Person1#: Thanks a lot, Tim. Anyway when are you leaving?
#Person2#: Tomorrow evening, I've got Simon to give me a lift with all my stuff. It's a pity he's not working in London.
#Person1#: That's good of your brother. And the job?
#Person2#: I start on Monday. I don't know whether to wear a suit or not. What do you think?
#Person1#: Probably a good idea on your first day.
#Person2#: I suppose so. I can't bear wearing suits.
#Person1#: You look great in a suit.
#Person2#: Oh, Mum, do you have to say things like that?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm here to say the most embarrassing things to my teenage son. Anyway, it's only a summer job. You'll be back in a couple of months.
#Person2#: True. Thanks Mum. Can I borrow your laptop? It would be so useful.
#Person1#: Tim.
#Person2#: Only joking, Mum! | Tim's going to London for a summer job and he feels upset about leaving his hometown and his family. His mother comforts him that he'll soon be fine and suggests he wear suits on his first day. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, would you please find a room for our business meeting?
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. How many people do you have?
#Person2#: Well, about 10.
#Person1#: Fine. We have a conference room which can seat up to 20 people.
#Person2#: That's great. What about the charge?
#Person1#: It is 90 RMB per hour. There is no minimum charge. Do you want to book it?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so.
#Person1#: May I have your name and room number, please, sir?
#Person2#: Mr. Black, Room 1208.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Black. How long will you be using the conference room?
#Person2#: We'll start at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning but I'm not sure when we'll finish.
#Person1#: No problem, Mr. Black. The room will be at your disposal then. | Mr. Black books a conference room for a business meeting tomorrow morning at the cost of 90 RMB per hour 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#: Sam, have you seen the pictures I took in Paris?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. Where are they?
#Person1#: Here are some. I took them at the Eiffel Tower last week.
#Person2#: How beautiful the Eiffel Tower is!
#Person1#: Yes, it is really beautiful.
#Person2#: And your pictures are wonderful,too. Did you have a good time in France?
#Person1#: Yes, I had a wonderful time there. Have you ever been to France?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. How do you like France, Kate?
#Person1#: It's great! I like the French people and food. I've made many French friends there. | Kate shows the pictures taken in Paris to Sam and tells him she had a wonderful time there. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, John, I haven't seen you for a few weeks.
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Mary. l've been studying a lot for my final exam.
#Person1#: Well, the term is almost over now.
#Person2#: Yeah. My brother is coming for a visit this summer, and we'd like to see some of the country. But traveling is so expensive.
#Person1#: Have you thought about camping? I think you'll really like it. You can rent the equipment you need. It's much cheaper than buying it or staying at a hotel.
#Person2#: What a good idea! We can drive until we find a nice spot and just camp wherever we like.
#Person1#: Well, not exactly. It's usually not allowed unless you camp in a pointed area. But there are many national parks and state parks owning camp grounds around the country.
#Person2#: But that takes all the fun out of it.
#Person1#: Not really. Besides, you'll find it easier and convenient to live at the camp grounds for you to take a shower or buy some food there. It's a good way to make new friends, too.
#Person2#: Sounds great! Here's my bus. I'll talk to you about this again and get all the details. | Mary meets John at a bus stop. John tells Mary he wants to see some of the country this summer but traveling is expensive. Mary suggests camping at some campgrounds and John gets interested. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you looking forward to your trip to Canada, Julie? I hear you have planned it for a long time.
#Person2#: I can't wait to see Canada, Susan, but I'm somehow scared of the journey. My husband insists on flying but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous.
#Person1#: There's nothing to be frightened. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day?
#Person2#: I've no idea. Hundreds, I suppose. But any accident in a flight will lead to tragedy.
#Person1#: And how often do you hear of a crash? Once or twice a year?
#Person2#: Yes, but planes fly so high and fast that once was enough.
#Person1#: Look, there are more road casualties per day than air deaths per year. Air transport is really safe compared with road transport.
#Person2#: I'd still prefer to go by sea. Ships may not travel fast and at least you can relax. I'd love a trip on a luxury liner like the Queen Elizabeth II.
#Person1#: It's fine if you're a good sailor. But have you ever traveled far in a rough sea?
#Person2#: No. I've only been in a boat once. I sailed down the River Thames on a sightseeing tour. But in many eases I'd rather to be sea - sick than dead. | Julie's going to visit Canada and she prefers sailing to flying as she worries about airline safety. Susan tries to persuade her that air transport is safe compared with road transport but Julie still prefers sailing. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Today, we have Professor McKay on our morning talk show. Good morning, Professor McKay. I've heard that you and your team have just completed a report on old age.
#Person2#: That's right. Well, the report basically look into the various beliefs that people hold about old age and tries to prove them.
#Person1#: And what do you think your report can achieve?
#Person2#: We hope that it will somehow help people to change their feelings about old age. The problem is that far too many of us believe that most old people are poor, lonely, and unhappy. As a result, we tend to find old people, as a group, unattractive. And this is very dangerous for our society.
#Person1#: But surely we cannot escape the fact that many old people are lonely and many are sick.
#Person2#: No, we can't. But we must also remember that the proportion of such people is no greater among the 60-70 age group than among the 50-60 age group.
#Person1#: In other words, there is no more mental illness, for example, among the 60s-70s than among the 50s-60s.
#Person2#: Right!
#Person1#: Are people's mental abilities affected by old age?
#Person2#: Certain changes do take place as we grow older, but this happens throughout life. These changes are very gradual and happen at different times with different people, but, in general, if you know a person well in his middle age and have seen how he deals with events and problems, you will easily recognize him in an old age.
#Person1#: So that someone who enjoys new experiences, travel, education, and so on in his middle years will usually continue to do so into old age?
#Person2#: Exactly. | Professor McKay discusses with #Person1# about the report his team just completed on old age. Professor Mckay finds that old people as a group are unattractive and that someone who enjoys new experiences, travel, education, and so on in his middle years will usually continue to do so into old age. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Taxi!
#Person2#: Yes, sir. Where to?
#Person1#: The city square, please.
#Person2#: Are you in a hurry?
#Person1#: Yes, I have to be there to meet a friend at 5 thirty pm. So we're sure we can get there on time?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not, sir. Generally we can, but you know how it is in the rush hour now.
#Person1#: I see. Here's the extra 5$ for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person2#: All right. I'll do my best.
#Person1#: Oh. we made it. Thank you. How much do I own you?
#Person2#: The reading on the kilometer is 12$.
#Person1#: Here's the money, keep the changes, please.
#Person2#: Do you need a receipt?
#Person1#: No, thank you. | #Person1# takes a taxi to the city square at 17:30 and offers #Person2# an extra 5$ for driving him there on 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#: Do you believe in UFO's?
#Person2#: Sure. A UFO is just a space vehicle from another planet. If you think about it, our space shuttles are UFOs.
#Person1#: I've never thought about it like that before.
#Person2#: I've seen photos of UFOs in America before, but they've all looked doctored up.
#Person1#: Do you think that there's life on other planets?
#Person2#: I think there must be.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: I don't't think it would make sense if we were the only beings in this whole world. The world is just far too big for that.
#Person1#: Do you think that there's intelligent life trying to contact us?
#Person2#: No, but we're trying to contact them.
#Person1#: I suppose you're right.
#Person2#: I think that countries are working hard to find a planet that we can live on in the future so that when global warming destroys this planet, humankind will not become extinct.
#Person1#: Do you really think that global warming wil destroy Earth some day?
#Person2#: There's a lot of evidence that suggest it will, but I don't think it's going to happen any time soon. | #Person2# tells #Person1# what a UFO is and believes in its existence. #Person2# thinks countries are working hard to find a planet that we can live on in the future when global warming destroys the planet. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mary, how was your date with john?
#Person2#: it's ok. It seems we have a lot in common.
#Person1#: oh, really. That is great news. What does he look like?
#Person2#: he is tall and slim, fair-haired.
#Person1#: sounds like he is pretty cute. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: he is a nice guy and very considerate. I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor.
#Person1#: oh, it's love at first sight. When will you see each other again?
#Person2#: he didn't say, but he said he would call me.
#Person1#: maybe he is busy with his work. Just wait and try not to think about it too much!
#Person2#: oh, steve. Stop it! I am a bit nervous! What if he doesn't call?
#Person1#: come on, Mary, you're a total catch. I bet he will call you. Don't worry.
#Person2#: thank you, Steve. You're always so encouraging.
#Person1#: that's what friends are for. | Mary tells Steve that her date with John is OK and she's impressed by John, but she's disappointed that John didn't contact her. Steve cheers her up. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: So how long have you know Jack?
#Person2#: We go way back. We've known each other since we were toddlers.
#Person1#: Really? You guys must be really tight.
#Person2#: Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still.
#Person1#: He seems sincere, and trustworthy.
#Person2#: Well, he is, but he can be conniving at times.
#Person1#: What do you mean ?
#Person2#: Well, I know that he would never stab me in the back. But I've seen him double cross other people.
#Person1#: Oh, my! Really? I never thought he would be like that.
#Person2#: Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying he's like that all the time.
#Person1#: So, can I trust him or what?
#Person2#: Well, I think you should decide for yourself.
#Person1#: But I need someone that I can count on for this job.
#Person2#: Okay, Okay. You can trust him. I was just trying to give you a hard time .
#Person1#: Come on you're confusing me. Give it to me straight.
#Person2#: Actually, he's the most dependable person I know, and he would never turn on anyone. | #Person1# inquires #Person2# about whether Jack's dependable for the job. #Person2# at first tricks #Person1# into believing that Jack's conniving and later convinces #Person1# that #Person1# can count on Jack. | Summarize the 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 decided to go for this kind of life.
#Person2#: Try to keep cool. It's not an easy take.
#Person1#: I know. I always hope for the best and prepare for the worst.
#Person2#: Then you will be in line for a doom. | #Person2# thinks it's hard for #Person1# to go for this kind of life. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You know John?
#Person2#: Which John? Mr. Turnbow's son?
#Person1#: Yes. I've read news about him in today's paper.
#Person2#: And he's bright and intelligent. I'm sure he can pass the university entrance exam.
#Person1#: I wish he could too.
#Person2#: How's your boy, Jack?
#Person1#: He's a bit tired, you know. It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up.
#Person2#: Poor boys! They work harder at school nowadays, don't they?
#Person1#: Good luck to them. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about boys who'll take the university entrance exam and wish them good luck. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Why have you decided to change jobs?
#Person2#: I hope to change because my current job is not within my chosen field. Since my major was international banking, I really hope to work at a bank.
#Person1#: Then, why do you want to work for our bank since it's a new establishment in Shanghai?
#Person2#: Because your bank is a new one, I think I'll be given more opportunities, and the working conditions and surroundings are so excellent here.
#Person1#: It certainly is. But the work is also hard here. You need to put a lot of long hard hours on the job to succeed in this field.
#Person2#: I expect to work hard, madam.
#Person1#: Do you mind going on frequent business trips?
#Person2#: No, I enjoy travelling. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# hopes to work at #Person1#'s bank which is a new establishment in Shanghai and #Person2# expects to work hard. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Ben, come here! I'm having trouble picking out a dress for tonight. How about this silver one?
#Person2#: I don't think you need to wear something about fancy.
#Person1#: You're right. It's not that comfortable and we're going to be dancing a lot in the concert.
#Person2#: Why don't we go to the mall and get you something? It's your birthday next week.
#Person1#: I have enough clothes. Here, look! This is black, so it matches my shoes.
#Person2#: There are 3 long tears down the back. It looks like you got attacked by a tiger.
#Person1#: That's the style. Besides, I'm not going to be the only one with holes in my clothing there. I'll fit right in.
#Person2#: You make a good point. | #Person1# asks Ben to help her pick out a dress for tonight's concert. She finally decides on a black dress which matches her shoes. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Maybe it was the fish or meat we ate.
#Person2#: Yes, it might have been.
#Person1#: Or the soup.
#Person2#: No, it couldn't have been the soup because I didn't have any.
#Person1#: Of course. We sat in the sun for a long time. I suppose it could have been the sun.
#Person2#: Yes, it might have been. But we've got used to sitting in the sun.
#Person1#: That's true. Now what else did we both eat? Only those lovely pears I bought. It couldn't have been them. We're used to eating pears and you washed them.
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I thought you had.
#Person1#: I didn't wash them. I was sure you did. It must have been the pears then. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the possible cause of their illness. They finally find out it's the unwashed pears. | Summarize the 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, Sarah. Haven't seen you for ages. How is everything?
#Person2#: Never could have been worse.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: You told me to give up smoking. I made it. But during that period, I became angry easily and my husband got fed up with me. He never stayed at home. I'd rather I hadn't given up smoking.
#Person1#: Things will improve.
#Person2#: I hope so. What's in your hand? Cigarettes? May I borrow a cigarette, Bill?
#Person1#: Sarah, smoking is bad for your health. You just gave it up.
#Person2#: Then why do you have cigarettes?
#Person1#: I'm taking them home to my wife.
#Person2#: You mean your wife is still smoking while you advise me to give it up?
#Person1#: I simply couldn't stand her bad temper when she tried to give it up. | Sarah listened to Bill's advice of quitting smoking but she became angry easily. Bill's still taking cigarettes home to his wife because his wife had a bad temper when she tried to 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#: Owen, how was the basketball match last night?
#Person2#: I don't know personally, but I heard it was very good.
#Person1#: What? You didn't go? I know you had a ticket.
#Person2#: Right, but Ted, one of my colleagues, was really interested in the match. He asked if he could have my ticket.
#Person1#: Couldn't he buy one himself?
#Person2#: No, by the time he heard about the match. It was too late. All the tickets had been booked.
#Person1#: But didn't you want to go?
#Person2#: Yes, but not as much as Ted, besides Susan asked me to go to a movie with her.
#Person1#: Of course, your girlfriend is more important. So did you watch the match on TV?
#Person2#: No, it wasn't broadcast on TV. But Ted took some photos, and he'll show them to me next week. | Owen tells #Person1# he didn't go to the basketball match last night because Ted wanted the ticket and Owen's girlfriend, Susan asked him to go to a movie. | Summarize the 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, Mister Brown. I need to ask a writer some questions for my homework. Could you spare a few minutes for me?
#Person2#: Sure. Go ahead.
#Person1#: Thanks. So how old were you when you realized you loved writing?
#Person2#: It was when I was 10 years old. I was reading short stories and then I decided to try writing a short story myself. After I finished it, I realized I really loved writing.
#Person1#: So what was your first book about?
#Person2#: It's about a man in a cat's body. Kids loved it after it came out.
#Person1#: Are all your books for kids?
#Person2#: By far, yes. But I'm planning on a book for adults.
#Person1#: What is it about?
#Person2#: It's about a woman who has got tired of her life with her husband. I can't tell you more. I want to keep it a secret before it comes out.
#Person1#: OK. Thanks, Mister Brown.
#Person2#: You're quite welcome. | #Person1# interviews Mister Brown who is a writer. Mister Brown tells #Person1# he started loving writing since 10. His books are all for kids so far and he is planning on an adult book. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you help me with this math problem?
#Person2#: Actually, I don't know how to do it, either. You should probably just ask the teacher.
#Person1#: I thought you always got 100% on all your math tests.
#Person2#: I usually do, but sometimes I need help, too.
#Person1#: How long do you usually study for a test?
#Person2#: About 2 hours the night before, and then an hour or so earlier in the week.
#Person1#: I need to study more. Maybe we can study together.
#Person2#: Sure, I'd be happy to help you.
#Person1#: I'm going to ask the teacher about this problem. I'll let you know what he says.
#Person2#: Sounds good to me. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for help with a math problem but #Person2# doesn't know either. #Person1# suggests studying together and will ask the teacher instead. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You asked Beth to be here around 7:00, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yes, what time is it now?
#Person1#: It's almost 8.I wonder what happened?
#Person2#: Um, she might have forgotten the time. Why don't I call and see if she's on her way. 'A few minutes later.', I got her voicemail so she must not have turned on her cellphone.
#Person1#: I hope she didn't have a problem on the road. Her car could have broken down or something.
#Person2#: Of course she may have simply forgotten and done something else today.
#Person1#: No, she couldn't have forgotten. I just talked to her about it yesterday. I guess we should start to order without her. | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for Beth. They discuss the possible reasons for her being late. | Summarize 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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