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#Person1#: Wow! What's the hold up?
#Person2#: It ' s probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend. Nobody sticks around in the summer.
#Person1#: Really? Then, I guess I won ' t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab?
#Person2#: Actually, you might because there ' s a big convention in town this weekend.
#Person1#: I ' m not too worried about it. I always seem to find something. | #Person2# thinks nobody sticks around in the town but it might be hard for #Person1# to find a room or cab because of the big convention. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello. Is this room service?
#Person2#: Yes. May I help you?
#Person1#: This is room 1425. We asked for the room service an hour ago.
#Person2#: We're very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: We're rather busy right now. It will take another 15 minutes.
#Person1#: Is it really going to take that long? Will you rush the order?
#Person2#: I'm afraid it would take 15 minutes at most.
#Person1#: Ah, well, we have no choice. | #Person1# asked for the room service an hour ago. #Person2# asks #Person1# to wait another 15 minutes. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Lisa, I need some help here.
#Person2#: What is it, dear?
#Person1#: Well, I need to get some female stuff.
#Person2#: You mean stuff like tampons and sanitary napkins?
#Person1#: Yeah. I didn't know what they're called in English.
#Person2#: Follow me. All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11. This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket.
#Person1#: I'll keep that in mind. | #Person1# needs Lisa's help to get some female stuff and Lisa shows her the location. | Summarize the 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, Angela, how have you been lately?
#Person2#: Morning, Michael. I'Ve been very busy lately. One of our other vendors is going out of business and I'Ve been searching for a suitable replacement.
#Person1#: Well, rest assured that you can count on us to be here for the long run, please sit down. Coffee?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine.
#Person1#: Haha, I could never do that. I'd be a zombie if I didn't have my morning coffee fix. Let's get down to business then.
#Person2#: Yes. I'Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone. The demand for phone cameras is growing, and Pear has been falling behind in the market.
#Person1#: That's great! I'm glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon. Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras. Is Pear still interested in having those?
#Person2#: No, we're changing all the cameras to eight megapixels. We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal.
#Person1#: Surely. Let's get started by drafting a new contract. | Angela has been busy because she has been searching for a replacement for their vendors. She's talking with #Person1# about ordering the eight megapixel cameras and hopes #Person1#'s company to be their sole supplier for cameras. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Han Maimed, What's your plan for the weekend?
#Person2#: I plan to travel around Harvard University and know more about it. To tell you the truth, I plan to apply for Harvard after graduation from high school. It's better to get to know it. What about you?
#Person1#: I get together with my Christian brothers on Saturdays.
#Person2#: Oh, my God! John, I didn't know you are religious. You just look like a scientific kook, like Leonard in the Big Bang Theory.
#Person1#: Come on, Han Maimed, don't make a fuss. A lot of Americans, including many scientists, believe in religion.
#Person2#: But I'm really surprised. I thought science and religion are not compatible, are they?
#Person1#: Yes, they are compatible. Actually, the U. S. is both the most developed and the most religious country in the world.
#Person2#: I've heard about it a little bit before, but I don't understand. How can people believe in God since they know God doesn't exist?
#Person1#: That's a little complicated. You'll get to know it when you are acquainted with the U. S. history later on. Religion was and is a part of American people's life. Guess what? Even Harvard University, which is a highly academic institution, is in a sense the product of religion.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Absolutely! It was founded by a group of Puritan immigrants from England.
#Person2#: Why was it founded by the Puritans? Where were the atheistic educators?
#Person1#: Because most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans.
#Person2#: How come? I mean why most of them were religious people?
#Person1#: That's because in the 16th and 17th century, there was a series of religious reforms in England. Many religious separatists were persecuted and fled to other countries.
#Person2#: So, you mean people didn't enjoy religious freedom in England?
#Person1#: Yes, that's why Puritans moved to the New World, where they believed they could establish a heaven for Puritans. Later on, it was these Puritans who founded Harvard College.
#Person2#: Why did they want to found a college?
#Person1#: Many Puritans had received classic style of higher education in Oxford University and Cambridge University back in England. They hoped that their descendants could receive this kind of education as well.
#Person2#: Oh, I see.
#Person1#: Actually Harvard was first named'New College', without a formal name.
#Person2#: When did it begin to be called Harvard University?
#Person1#: In 1639, it was renamed after its major benefactor John Harvard. Interestingly, JohnHarvard himself was a clergyman.
#Person2#: It seems that Harvard was predestined to be influenced by religion.
#Person1#: Therefore, it's not exaggerate to claim that had there not been religion, there would note Harvard.
#Person2#: Wow, I didn't know that religion had played such an important role in Harvard history.
#Person1#: Religion has been playing an indispensible part in Harvard history as well as the U. S.
#Person2#: I finally begin to get to know Harvard. It seems that my knowledge of Harvard is rather poor. I have a lot work to do before applying for Harvard.
#Person1#: Remember that Harvard is a part of the United States. So you have to know the U. S. history and culture if you want to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard. The two are closely related.
#Person2#: That's right. I have a lot to learn from you.
#Person1#: You can ask me any question at any time. | Han Maimed plans to travel around Harvard University for the weekend because he plans to apply for it. He is surprised at the fact that John is religious. They agree that science and religion are compatible. John explains to Han Maimed that most of the first English immigrants who came to the United States were Puritans, so religion was and is a part of American people's life. John also tells Han Maimed that Harvard was founded by Puritans and was predestined to be influenced by religion. He advises Han Maimed to know the U. S. history and culture if he wants to have in-depth knowledge of Harvard. | Summarize the 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, Jack here.
#Person2#: Hello, Jack. It's Mary. What are you doing in your office?
#Person1#: I'm working. I often work late on Thursday. I'm busy this week.
#Person2#: Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday?
#Person1#: Tomorrow? No, I am afraid I won't be able to. I'm going on business to Birmingham.
#Person2#: What about Saturday?
#Person1#: Sorry, I never go out on Saturday evening. I always watch football on Saturday evening.
#Person2#: Will you come round next Tuesday?
#Person1#: Next Tuesday? Just a moment. It will be the twenty-first of May? Oh, dear. Hum, I promised my aunt I'll be at her birthday party.
#Person2#: What do you say next Wednesday then?
#Person1#: Let me see. Yes, Mary. Let's make it next Wednesday.
#Person2#: Okay. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | Mary calls Jack and invites him to dinner. Jack is busy and they finally agree on having dinner next Wednesday. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you go camping last Saturday?
#Person2#: We went to the coast. It's really a nice place for camping, really good time around the fire singing and dancing.
#Person1#: How many members were in your party in all?
#Person2#: There were six of us.
#Person1#: Did you get caught in the bad storm?
#Person2#: Yes, we got wet through. But we still enjoyed ourselves. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that they went camping and got caught in the storm, but still enjoyed themselves. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You didn't come to work yesterday. What happened?
#Person2#: I had to look after my son at home.
#Person1#: What's wrong with him?
#Person2#: He has a fever.
#Person1#: Is he getting better now?
#Person2#: I think so. Thank you. | #Person2# didn't come to work yesterday because #Person2#'s son had a fever. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I've heard that Tom is going to move.
#Person2#: What? Are you sure about that?
#Person1#: Yeah, he is going to move next month.
#Person2#: Where is he going?
#Person1#: He is going to Canada and to live with his son.
#Person2#: What a pity!
#Person1#: Why did you say that? It's a good thing for him to live with his son.
#Person2#: I know that. But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour. You know I always appreciate Tom's company.
#Person1#: Me too. But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss that their neighbor Tom is going to move to Canada. They feel pity but wish him well. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What are you going to do for one year abroad, Tom?
#Person2#: Study, study, study. I want to learn a lot.
#Person1#: You are going to take courses?
#Person2#: Yes. I am going to take some university courses there.
#Person1#: Sounds hard.
#Person2#: Yes, but I think it's probably for the best.
#Person1#: Won't you get lonely?
#Person2#: Hey, I am a pretty cool guy. I will make friends, and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too. You know, like fencing, or theater or something. | Tom tells #Person1# about his plan to take courses abroad and he won't be lonely 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#: John, you look pale. What happened?
#Person2#: I stayed up last night.
#Person1#: Did you have something on your mind? You look so concerned! Maybe I can help you!
#Person2#: Will, I'm under a lot of pressure. My manager is very pushy. He assigned me two projects. Now the deadlines are near but I have finished neither of them.
#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I guess no one can help me but myself. For the moment, I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress.
#Person1#: I know your feeling. Take it easy and say something to me if you like.
#Person2#: Oh, buddy, you are so kind. Thank you!
#Person1#: Not at all! | John tells #Person1# that he stayed up because his manager is pushy and he hasn't finished his work. #Person1# is willing to help John relieve his stress. | Summarize the 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 ask you a question?
#Person2#: Sure. What is it?
#Person1#: I don't know how to say it in English.
#Person2#: We call this a'parking meter'.
#Person1#: Oh, Thank you. But how do you spell it?
#Person2#: P-a-r-k-i-n-g m-e-t-e-r. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to say parking meter and spell 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#: Lucy, I'd like to fix the light in the corridor, it keeps flashing, which drives me crazy. Would you like to help me with the ladder?
#Person2#: Monica, wait a moment. I think we'd better call the repairman to do it.
#Person1#: I think I can handle it by myself.
#Person2#: I'd like you to have a look at the safety manual of our company.
#Person1#: I see. If I got hurt when fixing the light, even during office hours, I wouldn't get compensation from our company since repairing is not my responsibility.
#Person2#: Other company rules also need your attention.
#Person1#: Like this one?
#Person2#: Never wear loose clothes or hair when operating the shredder.
#Person1#: Yeah, thank you for telling me.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. | Lucy wants to fix the light by herself. Monica advises her to check the safety manual and tells her other company rules. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I think we have had a very pleasant conversation, haven't we?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so too.
#Person1#: Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: Let me think. . . I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee.
#Person1#: I'm sorry we can't now.
#Person2#: I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live.
#Person1#: Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future.
#Person2#: That would work too.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees. Will this company do so?
#Person1#: I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee. We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company.
#Person2#: I understand. Will the company provide training?
#Person1#: Yes, we will, and the staff will have a chance to travel every year.
#Person2#: That's great. Thank you very much. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that their company cannot provide free accommodation and won't pay part of the phone bills for a new employee, but the company provides staff training and travel. | Summarize the 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 explain the paper-making process to us - in very simple terms - please?
#Person2#: Well, the pulp falls from a box onto the first part of the paper machine, which is basically a wire bed with large holes in it, where most of the water is extracted.
#Person1#: So, is it actually paper at this stage?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. But we need to take out more water. So it then passes through a series of rollers, where more water is squeezed out. After that it goes through the dryers, which are at a very high temperature. The paper is then coated. And finally it's wound onto reels and cut down into smaller lengths. | #Person2# explains to #Person1# the process of paper-making and how to take out more water from the pulp. | Summarize the 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 can I do for you today, Madam?
#Person2#: It's a little sensitive, actually. I need to get hold of some money, and quickly.
#Person1#: OK, Madam. We are here to help.
#Person2#: I already have some Time Deposits with you, but unfortunately, they haven't matured yet. I really don't want to cash those just yet.
#Person1#: I understand completely. There are other options, such as a Personal Pledge Loan.
#Person2#: I've not heard of that, could you tell me more, please?
#Person1#: The procedure is really simple and convenient. All you need to do is fill in this Loan Application form.
#Person2#: Right. . . anything else?
#Person1#: Of course, we'll need some documentation from you. Like your resident permit, proof of salary and your USD Deposit Certificate, to use as collateral.
#Person2#: And then I just sign here? You're right! It certainly is simple and extremely convenient. | #Person2# needs money but she doesn't want to cash the Time Deposit because they haven't matured. #Person1# advises her to choose the convenient option of Personal Pledge Loan. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm not sure what you expect me to do, Michelle. You'Ve not been very clear about any of this.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Clint. Maybe I didn't make myself clear enough. We should get together to discuss this.
#Person1#: Yeah. I think that would be a good idea. I'm really in the dark on everything.
#Person2#: Fine. Let's meet this afternoon. I'll draw you a better picture of the situation. | Michelle suggests discussing together and she'll draw Clint a better picture of the situation. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, I need to come in and see the doctor.
#Person2#: Are you scheduling a check-up, or are you ill?
#Person1#: I have really itchy skin and think I may have to have it looked at.
#Person2#: Have you been feeling any joint aches with that rash?
#Person1#: No, but I have a low fever.
#Person2#: I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday. Which one would work best for you?
#Person1#: I want to come in on Wednesday.
#Person2#: I can fit you in on that day at 10
#Person1#: I would prefer Dr. Smith.
#Person2#: You can see the doctor of your choice then, and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time. | #Person1# has itchy skin and a low fever, and #Person2# helps #Person1# to make an appointment with Dr. Smith on Wednesday. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'Ve just found a mouse in the house!
#Person2#: Ow! Don't shout so loud. Calm down. Please stop shouting and sit quietly down.
#Person1#: I found a mouse in our house, a grown mouse running around the dinning room.
#Person2#: Where is it now?
#Person1#: It's under the couch.
#Person2#: Now, move the couch around and turn it upside down.
#Person1#: Ok, I don't want a mouse in our house. We have the tidiest house in the town.
#Person2#: Yes darling. You are quite right. | #Person1# shouted that #Person1# found a mouse. #Person2# asks #Person1# to calm down and move the couch. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: John, it's time to get up.
#Person2#: It can't be time to get up yet.
#Person1#: It is. Hurry up! You'll be late for school.
#Person2#: What's the time?
#Person1#: It's nearly half past seven.
#Person2#: My watch says ten past.
#Person1#: It's slow. Hurry up! The bus goes at twenty to eight.
#Person2#: Are you sure half past seven?
#Person1#: Positive. I'll put the radio on.
#Person2#: It's only seven o'clock. Your watch is fast.
#Person1#: No, it isn't. It's stopped. I forgot to wind it up last night.
#Person2#: I could have stayed in bed for another half hour. | #Person1# wakes John up because it is 7:30. John doesn't believe it and it turns out it's only seven o'clock. #Person1#'s watch stopped. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes, where's the meat counter?
#Person1#: Follow me, please. Here it is. What do you want?
#Person2#: I need to buy some pork for the party. Give me about one kilogram.
#Person1#: OK. Wait a second, please.
#Person2#: I wonder if the chops are fresh.
#Person1#: Yes, of course.
#Person2#: One kilogram, too.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: No, thanks. | #Person2# shows #Person1# the meat counter and #Person1# buys pork and chops. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: It's time to graduate and it's time to find a job. Susan, why do we need to find a job?
#Person2#: We need to work is because we need money to live. We need money for food and clothes and to pay for our house. We need money for many different things, and only when we work, we can earn money. And work can also help us feel that we are useful.
#Person1#: But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a job right now.
#Person2#: Yes, it is really hard. But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally. When you work, you can accumulate a lot of experience. Besides, you need to learn a lot of things while you are working.
#Person1#: I've been fed up with study.
#Person2#: But whether you like it or not, there's a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society. And you need to accept this concept positively.
#Person1#: Oh, my. Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation?
#Person2#: You have no choice, so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time. | #Person2# explains to #Person1# the reason why they need to find a job but #Person1# thinks it is hard for a new graduate to find a job. #Person2# tells #Person1# the trend of life-long study and advises #Person2# to accept it positively. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon Sir, may I please see your passport and reservation?
#Person2#: Here you go.
#Person1#: I'm sorry sir, this flight has been cancelled due to some mechanical problems.
#Person2#: Cancelled! So what am I supposed to do now?
#Person1#: We apologize for any inconveniences that may be caused by this. If your flight is urgent, I can put you on a waiting list for another flight this evening, but it's on a first come first served basis, so there is no guarantee that you will be able to take that flight.
#Person2#: What's my other option?
#Person1#: Well, If you can wait until tomorrow, we will put you up in a hotel for today and you can take scheduled flight for tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: That's fine. I'll do that then.
#Person1#: Thank you for your understanding sir. I will book your flight now. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2#'s flight has been canceled and leaves #Person2# two choices. #Person2# chooses to wait until tomorrow and #Person1# will put #Person2# up in a hotel for today. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: We'd like some local-flavored pastry. Can you recommend some?
#Person2#: How about some Zongzi?
#Person1#: What is that?
#Person2#: Well, it's a pyramid-shaped dumpling made from glutinous rice wrapped in reed leaves.
#Person1#: That sounds appealing. OK, we will have that.
#Person2#: Do you want some stuffed bun? It's delicious, too.
#Person1#: OK. We will try some.
#Person2#: Anything else?
#Person1#: No, it's enough.
#Person2#: OK. Wait for a moment, please. I'll be back in a moment with the dishes.
#Person1#: OK. Thank you. | #Person2# recommends Zongzi and some stuffed bun to #Person1#. #Person1# agrees to have a try. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir, where are you going?
#Person2#: I'm going to England by flight B. E. 987.
#Person1#: When is your flight?
#Person2#: 10:00 a. m. When am I supposed to check in?
#Person1#: We are checking in. May I have your ticket? And your health certificate and your luggage, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Are you keeping this small bag as carry-on luggage, sir?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: You must weigh that as well.
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: Your luggage is two pounds over, I am afraid there'll be an excess luggage charge, sir.
#Person2#: How much must I pay?
#Person1#: It's 10 yuan.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: This is your luggage check, which you must show when you disembark at your destination, and here is your boarding pass and your ticket.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: Now please wait until your flight is called. There are about twenty-five minutes to go.
#Person2#: I'm a little nervous. I have never flown before.
#Person1#: There is nothing at all to worry about. Once you're in the air, it's just like sitting in your own living room. It's going to be a very pleasant flight. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to check in and tells #Person2# that he needs to pay for an excess luggage charge. #Person1# then gives #Person2# his luggage check, boarding pass and ticket. #Person2# is nervous about his first flight and #Person1# comforts #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon, Mrs. White.
#Person2#: Good afternoon, Mr. Black. Haven't seen you for a long time. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Can I see Mr. Cooper, your manager now?
#Person2#: Let me see if he is free. Would you please sit down and wait for a moment?
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: The manager will come to see you in a few minutes.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot, Mrs. White.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | Mr. Black wants to see Mr. Cooper and Mrs. White arranges the meeting. | Summarize the 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, Xavier. I'd like to go over the list of jobs for next week's maintenance shut.
#Person2#: Sure. We've got a lot to do in a short time. We're planning to shut the line at midday on Wednesday and start up again at 6 pm the following day. We might need to extend the shut by about six hours.
#Person1#: Our production people won't be happy about that. We've got a full order book at the moment. Is there any way you could speed things up?
#Person2#: Not really. We need to dismantle the conveyor belt and replace the rollers. | Xavier tells #Person1# about the schedule of maintenance shut and #Person1# asks the way to speed up, but Xavier says there's no choice. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Miss Anna Black, right?
#Person2#: Yes, you're right.
#Person1#: Please take a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: So you're interested in a job as a waitress.
#Person2#: That's right. I saw your sign in the window asking for part-time waitress.
#Person1#: Hmm, have you worked as a waitress before?
#Person2#: Yes, I've worked as a waitress for two years at several different restaurants.
#Person1#: I see. Are you working now?
#Person2#: Yes, at the Palace restaurant on Prince Street.
#Person1#: That's a very nice restaurant. Why do you want to leave?
#Person2#: Because I can't work full-time at the moment. I'm taking some courses at university and need more time for study.
#Person1#: I see. What days are you available?
#Person2#: I'm free all day Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.
#Person1#: I'm afraid that's not what we want. We're looking for someone who can help us late in the week when we get very busy. That's Thursday afternoon, Friday afternoon and evening as well as all day Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sunday.
#Person2#: Oh, What a pity! | Miss Anna Black tells #Person1# about her working experience as a waitress. She wants to leave the current restaurant because she can't work full-time now. But #Person1# refuses her because her available days cannot meet #Person1#'s expectations. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Mary, you're back! How was New York?
#Person2#: Great! Have you ever been there?
#Person1#: No.
#Person2#: I think it's probably my favorite city.
#Person1#: Really? What's so great about it? I heard it was quite dirty.
#Person2#: In some parts, maybe. But there's just so much going on, the theaters, restaurants, shops and museums. They make London and Paris like country towns. The only problem was the weather. It was freezing.
#Person1#: What a shame! | Mary tells #Person1# New York is great except for the freezing weather. | Summarize the 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 found that one of my schoolmates uses drugs. How can I help him, Mom?
#Person2#: stay away from him, son. Never think that you can talk him out of the habit if he is addicted. But perhaps you can talk to your teacher about the matter. | #Person1#'s mom advises #Person1# to stay away from his schoolmate who uses drugs. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Now we have five-day classes every week, so we have more spare time than before.
#Person2#: How do you spend your spare time, Tom?
#Person1#: I have much interest in playing the violin and I'll continue to practise playing it.
#Person2#: Do you often take part in the concert?
#Person1#: Yes, I like to go listening to some music. At present my major purpose is to learn from others.
#Person2#: Do you like classical music or pop?
#Person1#: I like both. How do you spend your spare time then, Lily?
#Person2#: Playing the piano is my favorite activity.
#Person1#: Our hobbies are similar to each other. I hope we can often exchange experience together.
#Person2#: So do I, but I'm weak in the theory of music.
#Person1#: Me, too. Would you like to go with me to my uncle? He's a professor of music.
#Person2#: I'm glad to go with you. I would ask him for his advice. | Tom and Lily discuss the ways they spend their spare time. Tom likes playing the violin and Lily likes playing the piano. Tom invites Lily to visit his uncle to ask for music advice. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Your son seems to have made much progress in playing the piano. Does he attend any piano classes?
#Person2#: Yes, he takes lessons twice a week, but from next week on, he will go to the class on Saturday evenings too. | #Person2#'s son attends piano classes and makes progress. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Wow, are you still up? It's late.
#Person2#: It is? I didn't realize. Where have you been, Mary?
#Person1#: I was at Kayla's birthday party tonight. She had it in a big restaurant in the East End. I didn't get there until 10:00, though. I first had to say goodbye to my friend Lisa who's moving to Seattle next week. We met up at 8:00 at a bar and talked for a long time. I was already tired by the time I got to the party, so I left at 11:30.
#Person2#: Well, I'm tired myself. I've been reading Skeleton Crew by Stephen King. It's pretty scary, but it's hard to put down.
#Person1#: Oh, that's his collection of short stories, right? I read that when I was 14! It really gave me nightmares.
#Person2#: I'm not surprised. I just read the story about the toy monkey that kills people. It really disturbed me. Now I can't sleep.
#Person1#: A lot of people used to say Stephen King was a bad writer, but I've always enjoyed his books - even if they made me really afraid. But now, even the book reviewers have come to respect him. | Mary talks about Kayla's birthday party and then discusses with #Person2# about Skeleton Crew written by Stephen King. #Person2# says the book is scary so #Person2# can't sleep. Mary tells #Person2# that she has always enjoyed his books. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Morning, Mr. Lin.
#Person2#: Morning. Have there been any calls for me this morning?
#Person1#: Yes, Mr. Huang rang about the agreement.
#Person2#: Oh, what time was that?
#Person1#: About 8:30. Can you call him at 5 o'clock this after noon?
#Person2#: OK. | #Person1# tells Mr. Lin that Mr. Huang rang about the agreement. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Oh, who is the beautiful old woman in front of the house?
#Person2#: That's my grandmother.
#Person1#: Oh, then that must be your house in the background. Where is it?
#Person2#: No, that's my grandmother's house. She lives in Kentucky. We live in Boston, about two and a half hours away by plane.
#Person1#: Then, does she live with your uncle or aunt?
#Person2#: No. Since her husband died, she has lived alone.
#Person1#: Alone? But she is so old! Who takes care of her?
#Person2#: She takes care of herself, though she is 81 this year and is beginning to slow down a little. She has a cleaning lady who comes for a few hours a week to clean house and help with the shopping.
#Person1#: But isn't she lonely without family?
#Person2#: Of course not. She has lived in the same neighborhood since she was first married, so she knows all the neighbors, young and old, and she has lots of friends.
#Person1#: Why doesn't she live with you? Don't you miss her?
#Person2#: Well,actually,we talk to her on the phone every week and visit her at least once a year, but we are busy with our lives and so is she. We love to have her visit, but we all know that if she lived with us, we might not get along so well. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s grandmother lives alone in Kentucky and she takes care of herself. #Person1# wonders if #Person2#'s grandmother is lonely without family but #Person2# says she has lots of friends in the neighborhood and #Person2#'s family talks to her on the phone and sometimes visits her. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, Karen, you are not really reading it, are you?
#Person2#: Pardon?
#Person1#: The book! You haven't turned the page in the last ten minutes.
#Person2#: No, Jim, I suppose I haven't. I need to get through it, though, but I keep drifting away.
#Person1#: So it doesn't really hold your interest?
#Person2#: No, not really. I wouldn't bother with it, to be honest, but I have to read it for a seminar. I'm at a university.
#Person1#: It's a labor of labor then rather than a labor of love.
#Person2#: I should say, I don't like Dickens at all really, the author, indeed, I am starting to like the whole course less and less.
#Person1#: It's not just the book, it's the curse as well?
#Person2#: Yeah, in a way, although the curse itself isn't really that bad, a lot of it is pretty good, in fact, and the lecturer is fine, as to me, I suppose, you see, I want to do philosophy rather than English, but my parents took me out of it.
#Person1#: So the courses are OK as such, it's just that had if been left to you, you would choose a different one.
#Person2#: Oh, they had my best interest and heart of course, my parents, they always do, don't they? They believe that my job prospect would be pretty limited with the degree of philosophy. Plus, they give me a really generous allowance, but I am beginning to feel that I'm wasting my time and their money. They would be so disappointed though if I told them I was quitting. | Karen explains to Jim that she keeps drifting away from the book because she has no interest and has to read this book for a seminar. Jim asks whether she likes the course and Karen tells him that she likes philosophy but her parents want her to study English. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How did you like the dishes, Sir?
#Person2#: Delicious. Everything was excellent here. Thank you!
#Person1#: Do you want some coffee, tea, sir?
#Person2#: No. thanks, I'm fine. Ah, just have the bill, please. How much is your service charge?
#Person1#: Fifteen percent and it's included in your bill. Thank you very much, sir. We look forward to seeing you again.
#Person2#: Sure, good night. | #Person2# enjoys the meal and #Person1# tells him the service charge is 15%. | Summarize the 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 people are hearing about information superhighways and the intemet.
#Person2#: Is this change going to be beneficial for theindividuals like you and me.
#Person1#: Yes, I think so. My friend once used it mostly to play chess, but now he has learnt how to do other things on the Internet.
#Person2#: There's no doubt the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium. It'll connect hundreds of millions of customers and open up huge markets for all kinds of products and services.
#Person1#: That's true. I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net. Customers, in turn, can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered.
#Person2#: Yeah. It'll be a shoppers heaven. That's the use of net in E-commerce. | #Person1# and #Person2# think information superhighways and the internet will benefit people. They think the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium and imagine what E-commerce can do. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Pardon me. Please speak a little louder.
#Person2#: I said please stop by the entrance of EVA Air at the Arrival Terminal.
#Person1#: Sure. What else can I do for you?
#Person2#: Oh, no. That's it. Nice to chat with you. Have a good day.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. We arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to stop by the entrance of EVA Air at the Arrival Terminal. | Summarize the 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 there, can I help you folks?
#Person2#: I'm just browsing. seeing what's on the lot. My daughter wants a car for her birthday, you know how it is.
#Person3#: Dad! I'm sixteen already and I'm, like, the only one at school who doesn't have a car!
#Person1#: She is right, you know. Kids these days all have cars. Let me show you something we just got in, a 1996 sedan. Excellent gas mileage, it has dual airbags and anti lock brakes. a perfect vehicle for a young driver.
#Person3#: Dad, I love it! It's awesome! Can we get this one please?
#Person2#: I see. . . What can you tell me about this one?
#Person1#: Oh, that's just an old World War Two tank that we use for TV commercials. Now about this sedan. . .
#Person2#: Whoa, whoa wait a minute. Tell me more about this tank.
#Person1#: Well, Sir, if you are looking for quality and safety then look no further! Three inches of reinforced steel protect your daughter from short range missile attacks.
#Person2#: Does the sedan protect her from missile attacks?
#Person1#: It does not.
#Person2#: Well, I don't know. Let me sleep on it.
#Person1#: Did I mention the tank is a tank?
#Person2#: I'll take it!
#Person3#: Dad! | #Person2# is browsing to choose a car for his daughter. #Person1# recommends a 1996 sedan with an excellent condition. #Person2#'s daughter loves it but #Person2# prefers the tank because it may protect his daughter from missile attacks. | Summarize the 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 heard you moved again.
#Person2#: Yeah. I could not stand living here. There is always much noise in the neighborhood.
#Person1#: You mean noise? How could it be?
#Person2#: You know, on weekends when we wanted to have late rise in the morning, our neighbour started to raise Cain. | Mary tells #Person1# she moved because her neighbor raises Cain on the weekend 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#: Very glad to know something about you, then what are you going to do when you finish.
#Person2#: Oh, I'll go to shanghai to practice there.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. It must be easy to find a job in shanghai.
#Person2#: I think so, you know there is a great deal of opportunity for business there.
#Person1#: And English is very useful in your job.
#Person2#: I think it will be very useful in many ways. Beside, shanghai is an important trade center, not only in China, but also in the world, English is useful in almost all walks of life.
#Person1#: You will be a very promising one.
#Person2#: That's my wish. | #Person2# will go to shanghai to practice there and #Person1# thinks it's great. They think there are many opportunities for business in Shanghai and English is useful. | Summarize the 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, Susan, do you have anything planned for this Saturday?
#Person2#: Uh, I'm kind of busy. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Oh, I was wondering if you'd like to get together and do something, like watching a movie or taking a walk down by the lake.
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I'm really going to be busy all day on Saturday.
#Person1#: What do you have going on that day?
#Person2#: First, my mom asked me to help clean the house in the morning and then I have a dentist appointment at 12:30. I can't miss that cause I've cancelled twice before.
#Person1#: Well, what about after that?
#Person2#: Well, I'm going to be running around all day. After the dentist appointments, I need to meet Julie at 2 o'clock to help her with her science project. That's due on Monday morning at school.
#Person1#: OK, but are you free after that?
#Person2#: Hardly. Then I have to pick up my brother from soccer practice at 4:30 and my mom asked me to cook dinner for the family at 5:30. I feel like a slave sometimes. Then I have to clean the dishes and finish reading my history assignment. Who knows how long that'll take!
#Person1#: Wow! Sounds like you're going to have a full day. Hey, listen! Why don't I come over later in the evening and we can make some popcorn and watch a movie?
#Person2#: Oh, that'd be great. But our video machine is broken.
#Person1#: Hmm, well, let's just play a game or something.
#Person2#: Sounds good. But give me a call before you come. My mom might try to come up with something else for me to do. | #Person1# invites Susan to get together this Saturday, but Susan is busy. Susan talks about her schedule which includes cleaning the house, seeing the dentist, meeting Julie for a science project, picking up her brother, and cooking. They plan to play a game or something in the evening, but Susan still isn't sure. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Rose, Christmas is coming soon. What presents shall we buy for the children?
#Person2#: What about a bike for John? He's been asking for one for a long time.
#Person1#: But I don't think he's old enough to ride a bike to school. Let's buy him a football instead alright?
#Person2#: OK, what should we buy for Jane?
#Person1#: Well, she likes music very much. Shall we buy her a guitar?
#Person2#: I think an MP3 player will be better. It can help her learn Chinese.
#Person1#: Then let's buy one for her. Now what about little Jack?
#Person2#: Well, he's still a young baby. I think a toy car is best for him.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more. When shall we go and buy the presents?
#Person2#: Well, tomorrow is Sunday. Let's go shopping tomorrow afternoon after we see the film.
#Person1#: But we mustn't let the children know about the presents before Christmas.
#Person2#: I'm sure they won't know. I'll take them to the McDonald's while you were doing the shopping. | #Person1# and Rose talk about buying a football for John, an MP3 player for Jane, and a toy for Jack as Christmas presents. They plan to go shopping tomorrow secretly. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Isabel, how many people work for Rolls Royce?
#Person2#: Rolls Royce Group is a big company. But our office here in France is small, only four people, two directores from Germany, one engineer and myself.
#Person1#: So what is a typical day? How much time do you spend on the telephone and the email?
#Person2#: Well, first of all, I make myself a big cup of coffee. Then the telephone and daily affairs. OK, it's not too bad. But I have a lot of emails to write and read. So this may be takes around 75% to 80% of my time.
#Person1#: How many hours per week do you work?
#Person2#: In France, we have a 35 hour working week now. So I start to work at 9:00, have one hour for lunch and finish at 5:15. I even leave at 4:30 on Fridays sometimes.
#Person1#: Do you like your job?
#Person2#: I do like my job. I like working for a British company and I feel like a member of the team rather than just a secretary. It's a real pleasure to come here every day. | Isabel tells #Person1# about the number of staff works in Rolls Royce Group. Isabel takes around 75% to 80% of her time on email and works 35 hours per week. Isabel likes her job. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Bob, I heard about your accident, but I didn't know it would be this bad.
#Person2#: Well, thanks for making me feel better.
#Person1#: I can hardly recognize you. Tell me what happened.
#Person2#: I just got back from Africa, where I had a terrible accident during a motorcycle race. I broke both my legs when my motor failed and was hit by another motorcycle. I was laid up in a hospital over there for 3 weeks.
#Person1#: 3 weeks. That's a long time! What did you do while you were in the hospital?
#Person2#: Well, if you can believe it, I read all about motorcycle racing. I love racing, even when it pains me.
#Person1#: Haha, but I'm afraid you don't make it look very funny. You are lucky to be alive.
#Person2#: That's for sure. I am lucky to be alive.
#Person1#: How soon will you recover? Did the doctor tell you?
#Person2#: They say I still need to stay in bed for 2 weeks or so.
#Person1#: You'll probably put on some pounds in that much time. By the way, is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: No, thank you. Thank you for the beautiful flowers. It's very kind of you to come and see me.
#Person1#: My pleasure. I'll be going then. Bye.
#Person2#: Bye. | #Person1# goes to the hospital to see Bob, and Bob tells #Person1# about his motorcycle accident. Bob read all about motorcycle racing when in the hospital. He feels lucky to be alive and still needs to stay in bed for two weeks to recover. | Summarize the 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, I got my vacation early this year, so as soon as school's out the first of June we have 2 weeks to have fun. We've talked about this before, and have chosen 2 possibilities. A trip across Canada or explore Florida, which will it be?
#Person2#: I'd like to go to Florida. I've always wanted to visit Orlando.
#Person1#: We should get on the internet and check flight schedules as soon as possible. I remember a ticket costs $500. They may still have that promotion where a second person flies for half price. That means the four of us can go for the cost of 3.
#Person2#: Orlando here we come, but we won't spend the whole 2 weeks there, will we? I heard Saint Augustine was cool and there's Daytona Beach, where you can drive on the beach.
#Person1#: Your mother and I will take care of the driving and make hotel reservations. So you and Tim will plan the sightseeing. Is that a deal?
#Person2#: Yeah, great.
#Person1#: Only one rule, each person gets to take one suitcase.
#Person2#: But I have a lot of clothes I want to take.
#Person1#: I'll help you pack. | #Person1# and #Person2# are planning the travel to Florida. #Person1# advise checking flight schedules as soon as possible. #Person2# thinks they can also visit Saint Augustine. #Person2# makes the deal with #Person1#, and the only rule is each person takes one suitcase. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello George. I wanted to speak to you yesterday, but you weren't at your usual place for lunch.
#Person2#: No, I had a free day from the newspaper office because I worked so much overtime last week.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You had a holiday.
#Person2#: Well, I stayed at home and looked after the baby.
#Person1#: What? You took care of the baby? Whose baby?
#Person2#: Oh, it was my sister's baby. She wanted to go shopping in the morning, so I stayed at home and did a lot of things.
#Person1#: Oh?
#Person2#: Yes, I mended my radio, washed the shirt and some socks and cleaned out the drawers of my desk.
#Person1#: I don't call that a holiday. I wanted to ask you to a concert last night, the one at the Tom Hall, near where we live. | George tells #Person1# he had a free day yesterday and he stayed at home, took care of a baby, mended his radio, and did some dishes. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Janice how much do you pay for insurance?
#Person2#: Which kind?I have many kinds of insurance. There's car insurance, home insurance, life insurance.
#Person1#: Ah, car insurance?
#Person2#: Let me see. I pay $100 a month.
#Person1#: Wow, that's cheap. I pay twice that much.
#Person2#: Well, there are a couple of good reasons for that. For one men always cost more to insure than women.
#Person1#: What? How can you say that?
#Person2#: Well, if you look at the number of car accidents in the US that cost insurance companies a lot of money. Most of them are caused by men.
#Person1#: You're saying that I'm paying too much money because what other guys are doing wrong.
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: But I'm a great driver.
#Person2#: Really? How many accidents have you been in this past year?
#Person1#: I don't know. 3 or 4 I guess? But only one of them was my fault. OK. It may be 2 of them.
#Person2#: Right. Do you know how many I've been in over that same period?
#Person1#: Let me guess. 0.
#Person2#: Bingo.
#Person1#: So that's the real reason why your insurance is so low. You don't drive enough.
#Person2#: I think you missed the point. | #Person1# pays twice the price of car insurance than Janice does. Janice thinks men always cost more to insure because most car accidents are caused by men. #Person1# thinks Janice spends less on insurance because Janice drives less. | Summarize the 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 come in?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I ' m Mr. Peter, the Director of Personnel. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Nice to meet you, Mr. Peter. I ' m Wang Sian. I ' Ve come for an interview as requested.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. How do you do, Miss Wang? Sit down, please.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: What was your major in school?
#Person1#: I majored in Public Relations.
#Person2#: Have you done any work in this field?
#Person1#: Yes, after my graduation, I worked in a trade company in Macao for one year.
#Person2#: What section did you work in?
#Person1#: The export Business Section.
#Person2#: So you must be very familiar with export procedures.
#Person1#: Yes, very much.
#Person2#: That's good. | Wang Sian comes for an interview, and Mr. Peter asks her some questions about her major and work experience. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How many people are there in your family?
#Person2#: Five. My father, mother, brother, sister-in-law and me.
#Person1#: Is your brother older or younger than you?
#Person2#: He is five years older than me, He got married last Sunday. My brother and my sister-in-law are the same age. | #Person2# introduces #Person2#'s families to #Person1#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I would like to open a checking account at this branch.
#Person2#: Do you have any other accounts with this bank?
#Person1#: I do, at a different location, I have a savings account and a CD.
#Person2#: In that case, we will need to fill out this paperwork. Do you have identification with you?
#Person1#: Here is my driver's license. Will that work?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you know what type of checking account you would like to open, business or personal?
#Person1#: Business please. And I want the most simple one you have.
#Person2#: Then you would like the'no frills'business account. | #Person1# wants to open a checking account at the bank branch, and #Person1# helps choose the 'no frills' business account. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I apply for a permit today?
#Person2#: I need to see your ID.
#Person1#: I think I forgot it in the car.
#Person2#: You need to give me your ID and $ 27.
#Person1#: I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now.
#Person2#: Go get it.
#Person1#: Here you go.
#Person2#: All right, I'm going to need you to fill this out.
#Person1#: May I borrow your pen?
#Person2#: Here's a pen for you.
#Person1#: Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: You need to turn that in at Window B. | #Person1# wants to apply for a permit today. #Person2# asks for #Person1#'s ID and tells #Person1# to fill out the paper. | Summarize the 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 would you like today?
#Person2#: Let me get a hamburger.
#Person1#: Do you want cheese on it?
#Person2#: No cheese.
#Person1#: Can I get you something to drink?
#Person2#: Can I get a soda, please?
#Person1#: What kind do you want?
#Person2#: I'd like a Sprite.
#Person1#: Would you like anything else?
#Person2#: I'd like a bag of Doritos with that.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: That'll be all. | #Person1# helps #Person2# order a hamburger, a Sprite, and a bag of Doritos. | Summarize the 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 take your order now or do you still want to look at the menu?
#Person2#: Well, I want a fillet steak, medium, but my little girl doesn't care for steak. Could she have something else instead?
#Person1#: Certainly. How about spaghetti with clams and shrimps.
#Person2#: Sounds delicious. OK. She'll try that. | #Person1# take #Person2#'s order and recommends spaghetti with clams and shrimps. | Summarize the 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 is your favorite NBA star?
#Person2#: Kobe Bryant, of course.
#Person1#: Kobe? I know him, the key guy of the Lakers, a heck of a NBA player. He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense.
#Person2#: He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers, but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand.
#Person1#: Maybe he is not good at rebounding?
#Person2#: Indeed, no man can be perfect. He is just so-so in crashing the boards. Usually he plays shooting guard. Rebounding might not be his strong suit.
#Person1#: Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics. Did you go to the match between China and USA?
#Person2#: Who wouldn't! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him.
#Person1#: Well then, what are your spoils?
#Person2#: Well, nothing more than a jumble of photographs. | #Person2#'s favorite NBA star is Kobe Bryant. #Person2# tells #Person1# Kobe is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers, but not good at rebounding. | Summarize the 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 there in your family?
#Person2#: There are 15 people in my family.
#Person1#: What did you say? How many?
#Person2#: 15 people.
#Person1#: Wow. That is a very big family. Do you all live together?
#Person2#: Of course we do! My father's parents, Mum, Dad, three unmarried aunts, two uncles, my two brothers, my three sisters and me.
#Person1#: But you don't live at home anymore.
#Person2#: Right, but that's where my heart is. But you're right, now there are only 14 living at home.
#Person1#: My goodness! Your family must live in a huge house.
#Person2#: Yes. My family lives in rural Korea, near Pusan. We have a huge house. The first floor of the house is a part-time private school. In the afternoon, students come for special tutoring in biology, Englis
#Person1#: Wow! you grew up in a school! No wonder your English is excellent!
#Person2#: My aunts and uncles are all teachers.
#Person1#: You are so lucky!
#Person2#: I guess so. While growing up, I read hundreds of interesting English storybooks every year.
#Person1#: That's what i did in America. I was reading all the time. I was never a big TV watcher. TV wastes time.
#Person2#: I agree. Reading for fun is why all the English students at our family school have excellent English. All the students read 800 easy storybooks during their second year of studying English.
#Person1#: 800 books? I'm impressed!
#Person2#: My aunts studied in the American universities. They say that extensive reading for fun is the most effective way to improve your English. That's what they learn here in America. | #Person2# says there are 15 members in #Person2#'s family. #Person2# tells #Person1# that although #Person2# has moved out, #Person2#'s heart is still with them. #Person2# shares #Person2#'s childhood life with #Person1#. #Person2# grows up in a school and reads a lot, so #Person2#'s English is excellent. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tom, you're my good friend, right?
#Person2#: Sure. What's the matter with you?
#Person1#: The exam! The terrible exam! I'm not ready yet. Can you tell me how to get good marks?
#Person2#: Don't be so nervous! Relax! First, sleep early at night. Second, study two hours a day after school. Third, don't tire yourself out, but don't be lazy. Will that help?
#Person1#: Yes, thank you. | #Person1# asks Tom how to get good marks in the exam. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Well, known, Jim, I'm. . . I'm pretty much in favour of computers, I think computers teach kids to think, because they require logical thought.
#Person2#: But I. . . I don't agree with that, because computers weaken kids'ability to think, because kids don't learn basic skills.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: They can't spell, they can't add, they can't subtract, they even don't remember any more. that's because they rely on gadgets.
#Person1#: That's not the gadgets. Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts. | #Person1# is in favor of computers because they teach kids to think, but Jim disagrees. | Summarize the 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 were teaching English over there. Tell me about it. Did you like it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, it was very interesting.
#Person1#: What were the schools like?
#Person2#: Oh, I didn't actually teach in the schools. I taught after school. I taught in English institutes.
#Person1#: But you taught children, yes?
#Person2#: Yes. That's right. But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America. At least as far as studying is concerned. Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school.
#Person1#: They actually study after school?
#Person2#: That's right. After their school day is over, they go to a special institute to study math or English. They are very serious about learning over there.
#Person1#: Hmm. That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids. Don't they ever relax?
#Person2#: Of course they do. You know, Eliza, before I went over there I thought the same thing. I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much. But now that I've worked there, and taught them, I feel it is a good thing. Their parents are very concerned about their education. More than American parents are. And that is good. American kids don't study enough.
#Person1#: Asian cultures value learning very much. I know that.
#Person2#: So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education. They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing. I don't think that's a bad thing. I think it's a good thing. In America, too many parents don't pay attention.
#Person1#: But aren't the kids tired out? I mean, they go to school all day, and then they go to school in the evening too.
#Person2#: As an English teacher, I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible. I tried to have a good time with my classes. The students often enjoyed it. And if the students enjoyed it, they learned more. So it was a good experience.
#Person1#: Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient?
#Person2#: That's a stereotype we Americans have. We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet. But it's not true. There are plenty of naughty kids too.
#Person1#: Hmm. I know you taught in Costa Rica also. Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan?
#Person2#: I don't know. In Costa Rica, I taught adults. So it was a very different thing. So I really can't compare. | #Person2# describes the experience of teaching English in Taiwan to Eliza. #Person2# taught children in English institutes and says kids in Taiwan study after school. #Person2# thinks it's good for parents in Taiwan to be concerned about children's education, and in contrast, American kids don't study enough. As an English teacher, #Person2# tried to make the lesson as fun as possible. | Summarize the 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 love your bracelet. When did you get it?
#Person2#: I got it a while ago, but I haven't worn it much. You really like it?
#Person1#: Yeah. It's beautiful. Is it white gold or silver?
#Person2#: It's white gold.
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co. and he let me pick it out.
#Person1#: That's so sweet. What was the occasion?
#Person2#: That's the best part. It wasn't for anything special. He just wanted to buy me something.
#Person1#: You're so lucky. If he bought you something for no special day, I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday.
#Person2#: My birthday is coming up. We'll find out pretty soon.
#Person1#: What do you want?
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind a necklace. I was at the jewelry shop looking around, and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want.
#Person1#: Why not a ring?
#Person2#: I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet.
#Person1#: But you're ready for everything else?
#Person2#: Akha. | #Person1# appreciates the bracelet of #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# that it was a gift sent by her boyfriend and that she is looking forward to her boyfriend's birthday 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#: Look, daddy is on again. Don't you think he is handsome?
#Person2#: To some extent, he is. And what do you think we move to a better place? I can't see him clearly from here.
#Person1#: The seats in the middle of this stadium are great, but they're already occupied by somebody else.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you for pointing that out. By the way, have you been following NBA for this season?
#Person1#: Of course, tomorrow evening there will be a most exciting game.
#Person2#: Who plays who?
#Person1#: Rockets vs Lakers. Yao Ming, my idol, will appear in front of several hundred million of the worldwide audience.
#Person2#: It's amazing. And when did he begin to play in the NBA?
#Person1#: In 2002. And since then he has attracted more attention than ever.
#Person2#: I can't consider you as a little kid any more. I know he is very tall.
#Person1#: Oh, you know something. He is 2. 26 meters tall. But he is also nimble and skillful.
#Person2#: I also heard if a player has committed 5 fouls then he must be out of the game.
#Person1#: Yes, what's worse is he can't take any further part in the game.
#Person2#: That's really terrible. Oh, God, we forgot to cheer for Daddy.
#Person1#: Never mind. After all he is not so attractive as Yao Ming, right?
#Person2#: You are always so naughty. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching the game of #Person1#'s daddy. They are simultaneously talking about Yao Ming, the idol of #Person1#. #Person1# introduces the experiences of Yao Ming to #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What's the date today?
#Person2#: December the fifteenth. The day after tomorrow is little Tom's birthday.
#Person1#: Right. What present should we give him this time? By the way, how old is he?
#Person2#: Thirteen today and tomorrow. Fourteen the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: How time flies! He's a big boy now.
#Person2#: And don't forget Mary, Tom's twin sister. It's her birthday, too.
#Person1#: OK. Let's invite all their little friends to come and celebrate. | #Person1# tells #Person2# December the seventeenth is Tom's birthday, and they plan to invite their friends to celebrate. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I want some envelopes please.
#Person2#: Do you want the large size, or the small size?
#Person1#: The large size please. Do Have you any writing-paper?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. I don't have any small pads. I only have large ones. Do you want a pad?
#Person1#: Yes, please. And I want some glue.
#Person2#: A bottle of glue.
#Person1#: And I want a large box of chalk, too.
#Person2#: I only have small boxes. Do you want one?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: Is that all?
#Person1#: That's all, thank you.
#Person2#: What else do you want?
#Person1#: I want my change. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to buy some envelopes in large size, a large pad, and some glue. | Summarize the 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, are we all ready to go?
#Person2#: Yup, I think so. The car's packed. we have munchies and music, and the map's in the car.
#Person1#: Did you get the camera?
#Person2#: Got it! Did you fill up the tank?
#Person1#: Yup, it's all set.
#Person2#: You're sure we're not forgetting anything?
#Person1#: I'm sure. . . we'Ve got all our bases covered.
#Person2#: Well. let's get going then! I love road trips!
#Person1#: Um. . . do you think we can make a pit stop?
#Person2#: But we'Ve only been on the road for ten minutes.
#Person1#: I know, but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left. | #Person1# and #Person2# are ready to go. But #Person1# forgot to go to the bathroom before they left. | Summarize the 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 going on a business trip to Guangzhou next Monday morning.
#Person2#: To visit our supplier?
#Person1#: Yes, as the New Year is coming, they're organizing a party for all their customers.
#Person2#: Well, I guess you will meet many people in this field. So don't forget to pack enough business cards in your suitcase.
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: By the way, do you know that our company just made some changes in the business trip policy?
#Person1#: No, no one has informed me of that so far, tell me.
#Person2#: Ok, there is no cash advance anymore for short trips. You have to pay out of your own pocket, so save all the receipts from your business trip. And then attach them to your expense account. When you get back, our company will reimburse everything.
#Person1#: I see. What about the maximum purdy and rate, any change?
#Person2#: I am not sure. You can check with the finance department.
#Person1#: I will call them this afternoon, thanks.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Have a nice trip. | #Person1# is going on a business trip to Guangzhou next Monday morning and #Person2# informs #Person1# of some changes that their company has just made in the business trip policy. | Summarize the 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 afraid I've a complaint to make, which is about the goods we ordered last week.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: I will explain the problem briefly. We found in the examination that 35 % of the goods have damaged.
#Person2#: Really? That's something unexpected. You see, all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment. The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port.
#Person1#: Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau. According to the report, the damage was caused by poor packing. Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases.
#Person2#: Our goods are well-examined before shipment. I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route.
#Person1#: Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately.
#Person2#: We will check with the parties concerned right away. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# that 35% of the goods ordered last week have damaged caused by poor packing. #Person2# will check with the parties concerned right away. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Dam it, I'm running out of money again, I really need to balance my budget and handle my money better.
#Person2#: You did spend too much, and most of the expense was kind of unnecessary.
#Person1#: But I make it.
#Person2#: No, you don't have to spend every penny you make, you could save some every month, like a lot of other people do.
#Person1#: I work hard so I deserve to enjoy, but that costs money.
#Person2#: You should save in case of an emergency, you need to have more self-control, what things did you spend money on?
#Person1#: The problem is that I have no idea. I didn't pay attention.
#Person2#: Let's bygones be bygones, start saving right now. | #Person1# spends too much, and #Person2# suggests that #Person1# should save money in case of an emergency. | Summarize the 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 Liu Yan?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Have you brought your credentials?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: Let me have a look.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years. What were you responsible for?
#Person2#: I was responsible for sales.
#Person1#: Have you received any honorable title personally?
#Person2#: Yes, I was twice singled out as an'Advanced Worker'.
#Person1#: Well, considering your qualifications, we believe you would be a suitable candidate. | #Person1# has a look at Liu Yan's credentials and asks Liu several questions. #Person1# thinks Liu is a suitable candidate. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Honey, can you set the table?
#Person2#: Um, sure. What are we having for dinner? Do I need to put out anything in particular?
#Person1#: Well, make sure to put out the pepper and salt shakers. I don't know if your brother is coming tonight so set an extra place mat just in case.
#Person2#: Ok, should I use the fancy silverware?
#Person1#: Yeah, go ahead, forks, spoons and knives. I roasted some meat so be sure to put out some steak knives as well.
#Person2#: I'll also set some cups and saucers for some coffee after dinner.
#Person1#: Honey? Have you seen our soup bowls?
#Person2#: They are in the cupboard where you keep the gravy boat and serving dishes. Just be careful because the wine glasses are also there. | #Person1# and #Person2# are preparing for their dinner. #Person2# will use the fancy silverware, and #Person1# asks #Person2# where are the soup bowls. | Summarize the 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, how have you been doing?
#Person2#: I haven't been able to take a deep breath lately, and I need to know why.
#Person1#: Have you had any type of bug lately?
#Person2#: No, I'Ve been feeling fairly good most of the time. It just is hard to breathe.
#Person1#: Has anyone ever told you that you have allergies?
#Person2#: No one has ever checked me for allergies.
#Person1#: Does this happen more when you are under stress?
#Person2#: When the weather gets really cold, it gets worse.
#Person1#: I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma.
#Person2#: Thank you for pursuing this. I appreciate your help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# can't breathe deeply lately and want to know why. #Person1# asks #Person2# several questions and will refer #Person2# to a pulmonary specialist. | Summarize the 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 Sam.
#Person2#: Hi Chris. I am glad to see you. Can you help me with my new computer?
#Person1#: When did you buy your new computer?
#Person2#: I bought it yesterday afternoon and they delivered it this morning at 10:45.
#Person1#: So what's the problem?
#Person2#: I am not sure. I just can't connect to the net.
#Person1#: Can I have a look?
#Person2#: Of course, come in.
#Person1#: Oh this is the new little EEE notebook from Asks. How much did you pay?
#Person2#: It was only 345 pounds.
#Person1#: Very nice. I am sure we will sort out your Internet in no time.
#Person2#: I am on my way to the doctor now, but I should be back in about 45 minutes. Can I come back at around 3:15?
#Person1#: That will be perfect. | Sam's computer cannot connect to the net and he asks Chris to help. Chris will come to repair it after Sam's coming back from the doctor. | Summarize the 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's great! We made 20 minutes earlier.
#Person2#: Good thing, we took a taxi.
#Person1#: Mom, you are the best!
#Person2#: Hey, look there. It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard. The place is not far from our home.
#Person1#: Mom, come on. What are you thinking about?
#Person2#: Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home.
#Person1#: Don't tell me you want me to do that?
#Person2#: Why? Why not! The piano is right there.
#Person1#: But I don't like playing the piano. And the homework keeps me busy enough.
#Person2#: Anyway, I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself.
#Person1#: How depressed! | #Person2# sees an advertisement for the piano training class and wants #Person1# to take the class. #Person1# feels depressed. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: They are playing the wedding march, and I have felt tears.
#Person2#: I'm very touched, and I can't help bursting into tears at the wedding.
#Person1#: Really? I have seen that our wedding, but just mary's.
#Person2#: Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown, and I record the moment that I was bride.
#Person1#: You are always be the most beautiful one in the world. What is the bridemaid's name?
#Person2#: Judy, Why are you so interested in her?
#Person1#: Don't be so sensitive, just a casual question, I caught you looking at the groomsman
#Person2#: He's terribly handsome.
#Person1#: I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman, and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive.
#Person2#: Why are you so bitter? No one tells worse joke than you.
#Person1#: Administer is doing a good job. I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are. | Judy and #Person2# got very touched at the wedding ceremony. They also talk about the handsome groomsman, and Judy thinks he's more attractive. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: My name is James Owen. I'm Manager of Sales. How do you do?
#Person2#: How do you do?
#Person1#: Thank you for coming. Did you have any trouble finding the office?
#Person2#: Oh, no. It was easy. Your office sent me a map.
#Person1#: I apologize for this mess. They'Ve got me handling so many projects, and it's hard to keep things organized.
#Person2#: That's OK. Thank you for seeing me.
#Person1#: Well. Miss Sun, as you know, we are looking for an executive secretary with good English skills and some business background. We looked over your resume and thought you might be a good candidate.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Today's interview is for us to get to know a little about you. If needed, there will be a more lengthy interview later. So, if you're comfortable, let's begin.
#Person2#: OK. | James Owen apologizes to Miss Sun for the mess in his office and tells her the interview purpose. If needed, there'll be a more lengthy interview later. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'd like to know something about transport in Britain.
#Person2#: Well, we have got the railways connecting all our big towns. There are over 13,000 miles of track in Britain. Rail transport provides a very important service.
#Person1#: What about road transport? Are your roads very good?
#Person2#: Yes, they are on the whole. We've got about a quarter of a million miles of roads, and modern motorways appearing everywhere. We should have over a thousand miles of motorways soon.
#Person1#: Is there a good air service in Britain?
#Person2#: Well, yes. But it is not as important as our rail and road transport systems.
#Person1#: What about travel by sea?
#Person2#: As an island people and a trading nation, Britain's seafaring traditions have always been great. We used to have the biggest merchant navy in the world, carrying one third of the world's passengers, you know.
#Person1#: But I suppose today sea travel has become less important, hasn't it?
#Person2#: It has. But some people still prefer traveling by sea to any other form of transport. | #Person1# wants to know something about transport in Britain. #Person2# tells #Person1# the railways, road transport, air service, and sea travel. Rail and road transport systems are the most important in Britain. | Summarize the 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. Have you been waiting long?
#Person2#: Um...About ten minutes.
#Person1#: Did you notice whether the No. 7 bus has gone by?
#Person2#: Not while I was standing here. I'm waiting for the No. 7 myself.
#Person1#: Good. Hot today, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, it is. I wish that it would rain and cool off.
#Person1#: Me too. This is unusual for March. I don't remember it's ever been so hot and dry in March before.
#Person2#: You were born in Florida then.
#Person1#: No. I was born in New York. But I've lived here for ten years now.
#Person2#: My mother and I have just moved here from Indiana.
#Person1#: Pretty cold in Indiana, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. That's why we moved. But we didn't know that it would be so hot here. We should have gone to California. Do you think we've missed the bus? I've been here for 20 minutes already.
#Person1#: Don't worry. It never comes exactly on the half hour like it should. | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for the No.7 bus. They talks about the hot weather in March, and the weather in their born places. | Summarize the 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, Mark. How was your summer vacation?
#Person2#: I worked at a restaurant the whole vacation. It was an exciting experience and I also made enough money for the next term. What did you do in your summer vacation?
#Person1#: I attended some classes because I fell behind the others last term. I wanted to catch up with them.
#Person2#: You are great. So have you seen David?
#Person1#: He dropped out of school completely.
#Person2#: Really? Why? I haven't seen him for several months.
#Person1#: He worked at a good company as an assistant and since he did well, they asked him if he wanted to work full time.
#Person2#: Wow. He's so lucky. He doesn't have a degree and he already has a job.
#Person1#: It sounds good now, but I wouldn't have done that. I want a degree. | #Person1# and Mark share their summer vacation experiences. #Person1# tells Mark that David has been employed by a good company and dropped out of school completely. | Summarize the 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 reserve two tickets on Saturday, the 10th.
#Person2#: For which movie, madam?
#Person1#: Um...for Dark and Stormy Night, please.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, that show is sold out.
#Person1#: Well, how about on the 11th?
#Person2#: Yes, madam, we do have tickets for that show.
#Person1#: Are there any seats left in the middle?
#Person2#: Yes, but they're not next to each other. If you want them together, we still have seats in the front and at the back.
#Person1#: The front row sounds good. How much are the tickets?
#Person2#: $13 total.
#Person1#: Okay. Can I use my credit card?
#Person2#: Sure. Could you give me your name, the name of your card, the card number, please?
#Person1#: Uh, just a second. I have to get my credit card out. | #Person2# helps #Person1# reserve two tickets for the movie named Dark and Stormy Night on the 11th and book the front seats. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: wow, the duck looks so delicious. Should we order it, Rick?
#Person2#: the chef is going to slice it into thin pieces. There will be around one hundred and twenty pieces of both skin and meat for each.
#Person1#: I see. The chef is so skillful with his knief.
#Person2#: absolutely. It is said that they serve 3, 000 ducks every day.
#Person1#: incrediable. By the way, what are these in the plates?
#Person2#: oh, they are pancakes, hollowed sesame buns, scallions, cucumbers and hoisin sauce. I will show you how to make one.
#Person1#: thank you. I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste.
#Person2#: Just roll it up and have a bite, Amy.
#Person1#: oh, it's terrific. I love the falovr. Can you tell me how it was prepared?
#Person2#: certainly. First, a Beijing duck is specially selected. After it is cleaned and dressed, it will be roasted in an open oven. Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a uniqu
#Person1#: it sounds really complicated. No wonder it tastes so great.
#Person2#: Yes, Amy, please have some more. | Rick introduces the duck to Amy and shows her how to make one with the pancake. Rick also tells Amy the process of making the dish. Amy enjoys it and loves the flavor. | Summarize the 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!
#Person2#: good morning, Gav! Did you sleep well last night?
#Person1#: I slept like a baby. I fell asleep right away last night, didn't wake up once, and didn't have nay nightmares!
#Person2#: that's great news! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday.
#Person1#: I feel much better, but I'm still worried about something.
#Person2#: what's that?
#Person1#: well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning, and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic.
#Person2#: that's annoying, but nothing to worry about.
#Person1#: for me, traffic jams are quite stressful, because I'm pretty impatient. How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam?
#Person2#: just btrathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll try that.
#Person2#: is there anything else bothering you?
#Person1#: just one more thing. A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do.
#Person2#: do you have any other plans this weekend?
#Person1#: I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday.
#Person2#: try not to take on more than you can handle.
#Person1#: you're right. I probably should just work on my paper. Thanks! | Gav tells #Person2# that he slept well but still worries about something. He feels stressed when caught in the traffic jam, and #Person2# gives him suggestions. A school called Gav to teach classes but he has the paper due. #Person2# advises Gav to take on things he can handle. | Summarize the 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 use your computer to type my paper?
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: I am afraid I can't finish typing it this afternoon. When will you use it tonight?
#Person2#: Oh, Never mind, I finished my paper. So you can use it tonight .
#Person1#: Thanks a lot! | #Person1# borrows #Person2#'s computer to type the paper. | Summarize the 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#: Get on, pls. Where do you wanna go?
#Person1#: Thank you. Pls hurry, I am late. Can I get to the Battery Park before 4?
#Person2#: All right, Miss. I think we will get there if there are no delays on the way.
#Person1#: How exactly do you figure out the car fare?
#Person2#: According to the kilometer rate, the first five kilometers are 4 dollars and every kilometer extra costs 50 cents.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Here we are, Miss.
#Person1#: Thank you. How much do I owe you?
#Person2#: You owe me 19 dollars.
#Person1#: That's 20 dollars. Keep the change!
#Person2#: Thank you! | #Person1# asks #Person2#, a taxi driver, to get to the Battery Park before 4, and #Person1# pays $20. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: This is tough to say, Jordan, but I think we should break up.
#Person2#: Are you serious?
#Person1#: Yes, I mean it.
#Person2#: But why? Did I do anything wrong?
#Person1#: No, we are just too different. This isn't working.
#Person2#: Hey, come on. It's too early to say that. We can fix things.
#Person1#: I have thought about it for a while. I think it's time to move on for both of us.
#Person2#: But I still love you.
#Person1#: I'm sorry.
#Person2#: I knew this would happen some day...
#Person1#: Then why didn't you talk to me?
#Person2#: Well. It's not all my fault, Anna...
#Person1#: I don't want to argue with you anymore. This is going to be tough, but Let's try and be friends.
#Person2#: I would like that Anna, but I think I'll need a little space for a bit.
#Person1#: I think we'll be better off if we are apart.
#Person2#: Shall we keep pur friendship?
#Person1#: Sure, let's just be friends. | Anna wants to break up with Jordan because they are too different. Jordan can't accept it, but Anna insists and says they can be friends. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. Do you study Chinese at the university here?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. But my characters are very bad.
#Person1#: It takes a long time to learn Chinese writing.
#Person2#: Are you Chinese?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. I am from Taiwan. I came here to study political science.
#Person2#: How do you like it?
#Person1#: I like it so far. But my English still needs work.
#Person2#: I want to study Mandarin and international relations.
#Person1#: Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters?
#Person2#: They teach regular characters.
#Person1#: I see. I'm from Taiwan, so I know regular characters better than simplified.
#Person2#: You just said your English needs work, yes?
#Person1#: Yes, that's true. Especially my writing. I think my papers aren't good enough. I make too many grammatical mistakes.
#Person2#: Well, I am very serious about learning Chinese. But for me the hard part now is pronunciation. You have the four tones in Chinese. It is very hard. Maybe, if you have time, maybe we could do a language exchange.
#Person1#: You mean you and I?
#Person2#: Yes, why not? I mean, if you come to this cafe often, maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea. How often would you like to do it?
#Person2#: Let's see. . . My schedule right now is quite busy. But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange.
#Person1#: How would we manage it though? How would we spend the 90 minutes?
#Person2#: First, we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing. If you want, I could help you edit your papers. Or we could do English conversation. Whatever you want. And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese.
#Person1#: Would I help you with writing?
#Person2#: No. For me right now, the important thing is spoken Chinese. I need practice. So you could tutor me in speaking. We could use my textbook, and you could ask me questions. Then you could correct my mistakes.
#Person1#: I think it sounds like a good system. But when is it convenient to meet?
#Person2#: Well, today is Monday. Actually, for me Monday at this time would be the best. I am free from now until 11
#Person1#: Me too. In fact, I'm free until 1
#Person2#: So if you want to meet at 10
#Person1#: It sounds good. I will bring the papers I'm working on.
#Person2#: And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder. I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own.
#Person1#: Let me give you my phone number.
#Person2#: Sure. I'll give you mine too. Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason. | #Person2# is learning Chinese, and #Person2# thinks the hard part is pronunciation. #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s English still needs work. #Person2# advises that they can do a language exchange, and #Person1# agrees. They plan to spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange. They spend the first 45 minutes working on #Person1#'s English writing, and the next 45 minutes #Person1# will help #Person2# with spoken Chinese. | Summarize the 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 really glad I got a chance to talk to you before you left, Mary. Have a safe trip!
#Person2#: Thanks. Try not to work too hard while I'm away!
#Person1#: Yeah, I'll try not to! See you after Christmas.
#Person2#: Okay-bye! Have a nice Christmas. | #Person1# sees Mary off before Mary's Christmas 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#: How can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to look at some of your products.
#Person1#: Did you have anything specific in mind?
#Person2#: Well, to be honest, I mostly use Sarah Winter products now. But I'm not happy with them. So I would like to change companies.
#Person1#: Well, you made a good choice. Coming to us, I mean. We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers.
#Person2#: What do you have in foundation?
#Person1#: Our foundation is very high quality. Only the finest ingredients. It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8.
#Person2#: What colors do you have in foundation?
#Person1#: Let me show you. We have this rose color. We also have different shades of beige.
#Person2#: The color I use now is rose. How much does this rose foundation cost? The 100ml bottle.
#Person1#: In this size, we sell it for 53. 95.
#Person2#: Wow! That's expensive.
#Person1#: What you're paying for, Ma'am, are the ingredients. It is a very high quality product.
#Person2#: I understand. I need some mascara too. Do you have a good thickening mascara?
#Person1#: Of course. Here is our thickening mascara. We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes.
#Person2#: Alright. And I want to consider your eye shadow too. Do you have a color chart I can look at?
#Person1#: We have a very wide selection of colors. And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin. So it is very gentle on your eyelids. Would you like to sample some?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first.
#Person1#: I can help you with that.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# used to use Sarah Winter products but is not happy with them. #Person2# wants to change companies, and #Person1# recommends her some cosmetics, including the rose foundation, thickening mascara, and eye shadow. #Person2# wants to sample some eye shadow and #Person1# helps #Person2# with 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#: I need some flowers for my wife. It's her birthday.
#Person2#: Very well. We have some fresh red roses.
#Person1#: How much are the roses?
#Person2#: $20 per dozen.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good deal.
#Person2#: Yes, they're on sale today.
#Person1#: I'll take a dozen.
#Person2#: Splendid. Will there be anything else?
#Person1#: No, the roses will be fine.
#Person2#: I'm sure your wife will love them. | #Person1# buys a dozen red roses as #Person1#'s wife's birthday from #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#: Look at this headline - Elvis Baby Born on Spacecraft. Where do these tabloids get such crazy stories?
#Person2#: I've often wondered the same thing. I also wonder who reads them. Then I realize that I'm standing here reading them myself.
#Person1#: It looks as though everyone in line reads them, or at least looks at the headlines.
#Person2#: I think we picked the right line. This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others.
#Person1#: Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food.
#Person2#: I'm glad. We have only about twenty things here, and I'm in a hurry to get home. | #Person1# and #Person2# are reading the crazy stories on the tabloids because they are attracted by the headlines. | Summarize the 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 this then?
#Person2#: It's my geography, sir. The Map of Africa you set us.
#Person1#: But this should have been handed in last Thursday.
#Person2#: Yes, I know, sir. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: Well, what's your excuse then?
#Person2#: My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home.
#Person1#: Oh, Yes?
#Person2#: It's true, sir. | #Person2# apologizes to #Person1# for handing in the geography late and explains the reasons. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, I want to check out.
#Person2#: Okay. Come with me.
#Person1#: Can I pay by a credit card?
#Person2#: Sorry, you can only pay cash.
#Person1#: OK. Here is the money.
#Person2#: Here's your change.
#Person1#: Would you wrap it for me?
#Person2#: Of course, I'll get right on it. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to check out, and #Person1# pays by cash. | Summarize the 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 talking to Jackie Gold, who is a very proud mother. Her daughter Olyvia, appeared on the stage of London Palladium Theater in the musical, the Sound of Music last month. So how did it all come about?
#Person2#: Well, until last year, the idea of her appearing at the London Palladium would have been unthinkable for our family. Things started to happen when Olivia got the leading role for the show Annie at the local theater. For Annie, Olivia had to learn more than 200 lines. She was on stage from most of the 2 hours show. I decided that we do 10 pages a night. After memorizing it, I gave her a line and she would have to tell me what the next line was. She picked it all up even better than her homework.
#Person1#: And she did well in the part.
#Person2#: She was great in the part. She had always been shy and she suddenly became less shy and more confident. A member of the stage management team for the show was taking over a local agency and asked her to sign up. So then she had an agent to represent her and try to get roles for her. | #Person1# interviews Jackie Gold, whose daughter Olivia appeared on the stage of London Palladium Theatre in the musical. Jackie Gold tells #Person1# the experiences of her daughter. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jennifer, I just to read this amazing book. Want to hear about it?
#Person2#: Sure, Chavez.
#Person1#: It's all about a guy named Harold, of about 30. He's trying to get from one side of the street to the other, but all these funny things keep happening to him. It is about 200 pages long. I was so into the book that I finished it in one day.
#Person2#: Wow! It must have been very good. What did you like the most about it?
#Person1#: The book is set in the future. I love reading books like that. It was also just really funny.
#Person2#: Do you think I would like it?
#Person1#: I think you would love this book. I will lend it to you.
#Person2#: Thank you, Chavez. I can't wait to read it. | Chavez tells the story in an amazing book to Jennifer and will lend it to her. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you see the new student in Miss Foley's class, Sally? I think she's from a poor family?
#Person2#: Poor? Why would you think that?
#Person1#: She had pieces of cloth on her jeans. I'll bet she has holes in them and she can't afford to buy new ones. Her mom had a so on the pieces of cloth to fix her old jeans.
#Person2#: Rusty, you're a little behind the times, that's the fashion nowadays. Half of our class have pieces sewn on their jeans. If her parents are really poor, we certainly will help her.
#Person1#: That's great, anytime we should help the poor. | Rusty thinks the new student in Miss Foley's class is poor because of the holes in her jeans. Sally tells Rusty it is fashionable. | Summarize the 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, Tom. I haven't seen you for sometime. How are you doing?
#Person2#: Oh, not too bad. I have been busy writing an article
#Person1#: Really? Have you finished it?
#Person2#: Yes, I finished it yesterday.
#Person1#: Congratulations. Are you doing something this evening?
#Person2#: No, nothing important. Why?
#Person1#: Well, do you feel like going to relax yourself? Besides, I like music very much.
#Person2#: Great. I'll meet you at your house at 7:00. Is that OK?
#Person1#: OK. See you at 7:00.
#Person2#: Bye. | Tom has been busy with his article and finishes it yesterday. #Person1# invites Tom to relax 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#: Where are you from?
#Person2#: The United States. I live in New York.
#Person1#: Oh really? I think it's a big city with a large population, right? By the way do you like it?
#Person2#: Yeah, I think it's the only place to live in.
#Person1#: Why do you say that?
#Person2#: You see, there's always something exciting to do and it's never boring.
#Person1#: My place isn't boring either. You can fish, hike, grow vegetables, all kinds of things if you like. Though it is small and quiet.
#Person2#: I guess so, especially here in New Zealand. | #Person2# is from New York and thinks people will never feel bored in this city. #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s place isn't boring either. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Bristol Restaurant, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like a plate of chicken noodles, 2 chicken wings, one roasted pork steak and a fish salad.
#Person1#: OK, ma'am. Do you need any drinks?
#Person2#: Mango juice, and that's all I want.
#Person1#: All right, to which address should I send your order?
#Person2#: 221B Baker Street and my name is Shirley Homes.
#Person1#: I see, your food and drink will be delivered within half an hour. Hope you enjoy the meal.
#Person2#: Thanks. Bye. | #Person2# calls Bristol Restaurant to order the meal. #Person1# will deliver the food within half an hour. | Summarize the 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 is the car before us stopping?
#Person2#: What's going on?
#Person1#: Look. Two cars are standing right in the middle of the road and the drivers are shouting rude words to each other. That's why that car stops.
#Person2#: More and more people easily get irritated while driving.
#Person1#: Yes. This is what is called road rage. | #Person1# and #Person2# witness and discuss a road rage. | Summarize the 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, ma ' am, can I help you find something?
#Person2#: Yes, actually I ' m looking to buy a camera.
#Person1#: We ' Ve got a wide selection do you know if you ' d like a point-and-shoot, or something a little fancier? Are you shopping for yourself or for someone else?
#Person2#: Actually I ' m buying a camera for my husband.
#Person1#: Ah, well then I ' d recommend a nice entry-level digital SLR.
#Person2#: Yeah? Can I take a look at the Sirs you carry?
#Person1#: Sure thing, follow me. This here is the.
#Person2#: The Canon Eos. Yeah it ' s ok, but I ' m looking for something that performs better in low light, has a better display panel, and longer battery life.
#Person1#: Oh, ah, um the Nikon D60 is a nice option.
#Person2#: Yeah, but what kit lens does this camera come with? I don ' t want some bulky telephoto lens.
#Person1#: Oh, well this one has the, uh.
#Person2#: Looks to me like an 18-55 mm lens. pretty standard, that will do. Not like my husband will be stalking celebrities or anything!
#Person1#: So, ahem, can I interest you in any acc...
#Person2#: Accessories? Do you carry polarizing filters?
#Person1#: Polarizing filter um we should! I ' m sorry, ma ' am. It looks like we ' re sold out.
#Person2#: No you ' re not! There are some right here!
#Person1#: Oh, well, would you look at that! Polarizing filters.
#Person2#: Thanks for your help, Ralph!
#Person1#: No problem, ma ' am. | #Person2# wants to buy a camera for her husband. #Person2# tells #Person1# about her requirements on the camera. #Person1# introduces some products with different functions and specifications to her. Finally, #Person2# chooses a camera with polarizing filters. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What did you say?
#Person2#: I said it's a lovely day. Why don't we go for a walk?
#Person1#: Well, I feel a little tired.
#Person2#: Come on! A little labor, much health.
#Person1#: Then can you wait a few minutes? I want to finish writing this letter.
#Person2#: Don't take too long. It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather.
#Person1#: I won't be long. No more than ten minutes. Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park?
#Person2#: I Believe I will. Look for me near the lake. | #Person2# persuades #Person1# to go for a walk together due to good weather and #Person1# agrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
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