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#Person1#: Hello, this is David.
#Person2#: Hi David, this is Marge. Can you meet me after work for a few minutes?
#Person1#: Sure! How about the coffee shop right across the street from my office?
#Person2#: That will work.
#Person1#: Does five thirty work for you?
#Person2#: That will be fine. What I have to show you will only take a few minutes of your time.
#Person1#: Is it the plans for my new house?
#Person2#: Yes. I just need to double check a few details with you. | Marge calls David to arrange a meeting at five-thirty to check a few details about David's new house. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Evening, table for three, please.
#Person2#: Do you have reservations?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I have made reservations under the name of Wang.
#Person2#: Very Wang sir, smoking or no smoking?
#Person1#: No smoking, please. Could we have table by the window?
#Person2#: Of course, this way please. | Mr. Wang tells #Person2# that he has made reservations. #Person2# directs him to the seat. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Welcome to IBA. How can I help you?
#Person2#: You called yesterday to tell me that our funds under the L / C had arrived? It's Ming Cha Legal Services.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I remember. You must be Mr. Xie. It's nice to put a face to a voice.
#Person2#: Yes, it sure is. The L / C number is JD185649000023.
#Person1#: JD185649000023? Yes, found it. 175, 000 Euros, is that correct? JD185649000023?
#Person2#: Correct. Could I convert that into RIB?
#Person1#: Yes, you can. Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now.
#Person2#: That's fine, thanks. | Mr. Xie tells #Person1# at IBA to convert the funds JD185649000023 into RIB. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I would like a ticket to Pakistan on CA.
#Person1#: Is that a one-way or round trip?
#Person2#: Round trip, please.
#Person1#: When would you want to leave?
#Person2#: I'd like to leave on Nov. 2nd and return on Nov. 21st.
#Person1#: I am sorry. The flight on Nov. 21st is full. Do you mind if I put your name on the waiting list?
#Person2#: Yes, please. Thank you. | #Person2# wants a round ticket to Pakistan on CA and agrees to be on the waiting list as #Person1# says the flight on Nov. 21st is full. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon. How can I help?
#Person2#: Hi there. I need to change some dollars into local currency. Can I do that here?
#Person1#: Yes, you can. Is that US dollars or HK dollars? Both are available for exchange to RIB. How much would you like to exchange?
#Person2#: Well, that depends. What's the rate like today?
#Person1#: Today's rate is 821. 32 USD to 100 RIB, which isn't bad.
#Person2#: That sounds pretty good. OK, I'll change 500 USD today, thanks. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to change 500 USD into RIB. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Here's my passport. I'm a visiting scholar.
#Person2#: Do you have anything to declare?
#Person1#: No, these are all my personal effects.
#Person2#: What's in the bag? Would you mind opening the bag?
#Person1#: Not at all. I don't know what's dutiable. Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use?
#Person2#: NO. You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# is a visiting scholar and is passing the customs under the guidance of #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you get a chance to speak with the sellers about my counter-offer?
#Person2#: Yes, and I think I have good news for you.
#Person1#: Did they accept the counter-offer?
#Person2#: Yes, they accepted your counter-offer, but they want you to pay for the home inspection.
#Person1#: How much will that cost?
#Person2#: It will cost you around five hundred to one thousand dollars for a home inspection.
#Person1#: Can I choose the home inspector?
#Person2#: Yes, you are paying for it, so you get to choose. I would pick the best one.
#Person1#: So, when are you going to inform the owners of my acceptance?
#Person2#: I will call the owners right now. They will be happy to hear the good news. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the sellers accepted #Person1#'s counter-offer but they want #Person1# to pay for the home inspection. #Person1# agrees as #Person1# can choose the home inspector. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: There's a big problem with my room. I'm in 507.
#Person2#: Would you tell me the nature of the problem, sir?
#Person1#: I have cockroaches crawling in my room.
#Person2#: Perhaps you saw a silverfish, sir.
#Person1#: I've seen nine more cockroaches than I wanted to see.
#Person2#: Sir, you haven't been drinking by any chance, have you?
#Person1#: How dare you question my statement!
#Person2#: Forgive me. You're 100 percent correct. Allow me to transfer you to my supervisor. | #Person1# complains that cockroaches are crawling in his room. #Person2#'ll transfer #Person1# to #Person2#'s supervisor. | Summarize the 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 order room service to room 202, please,
#Person2#: How can I help you?
#Person1#: I'd like two sandwiches and one green fruit salad, please.
#Person2#: Will that be all, sir?
#Person1#: No. Could you also get some extra towels and soup too? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels.
#Person2#: I will have someone bring that up right away. How would like to pay for the dinner?
#Person1#: Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill.
#Person2#: All right, sir. You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes. | #Person1# tells #Person2# to send dinner, extra towels, and soup to room 202. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are there any interesting articles in today's newspapers?
#Person2#: The headlines are all about the presidential election in the united states. Few other stories made the front pages.
#Person1#: Is there anything of interest to us in the business sections?
#Person2#: There's an interesting feature article in the chronicle about doing business in china and the daily news has printed a report about the special economic zone near pairs. We have a subsidiary company l
#Person1#: Are the reports favorable?
#Person2#: Generally, the reporters take positive lines. They do point out a few problems that we need to be aware of, but there's nothing worrying in the reports. In the classifieds, one of our competitors is a
#Person1#: That's interesting. They must be thinking of moving into that market. Are there any interesting editorials?
#Person2#: Not really. They all seem to focus on the election. There have been several letters printed in the chronicle regarding that controversial article on drugs that they printed last week.
#Person1#: I'm not surprised. That article certainly added fuel to the debate. Ok. Thanks. Can you leave two articles and the advertisements with me? I'd like to read them.
#Person2#: Sure. There you are. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the headlines in today's newspaper are all about the presidential election. There's an interesting feature article about doing business in China but there are no interesting editorials. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: The blake's got divorced.
#Person2#: Really? Why?
#Person1#: Mr. black has been getting a little around aside.
#Person2#: I'm surprised. He does't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife, does he?
#Person1#: No, he doesn't. But his wife found out he has been too charming for a long time. Incredibly, he has many different girlfriends. Starting almost right after they married 20 years ago.
#Person2#: Well, I'm really surprised. You are not doing anything behind my back, are you?
#Person1#: No, the only thing I've ever done behind your back is zip you up, besides I told all my other girlfriends, and my wife who's getting suspicious. and we had a cold for a while, tell the
#Person2#: Haha. . . You are not very funny. I guess that means - - except me to tell my lover we have stoped seeing each other too.
#Person1#: You are not funny either. I can't believe I married a woman like you. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the Blacks' got divorced because Mr. Black has many different girlfriends. Then #Person1# and #Person2# make fun of each other. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: what's the cheapest way to go there?
#Person2#: By subway.
#Person1#: Oh, is that right? Is there a subway station near here?
#Person2#: Yes. There's one on the other side of the building.
#Person1#: Good. Can I walk through this building?
#Person2#: I'm afraid you can't. you'Ve to go out there and walk around.
#Person1#: I see. Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the subway is the cheapest way to get to #Person1#'s destination and directs #Person1# to the station. | Summarize the 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 get some meat today.
#Person2#: What kind do you need?
#Person1#: I need about a pound of ground beef.
#Person2#: The ground beef is $ 2. 48 a pound.
#Person1#: That sounds good.
#Person2#: What else would you like?
#Person1#: I also need three pounds of chicken breasts.
#Person2#: The chicken breasts are $ 4. 05 a pound.
#Person1#: How much will the three pounds of chicken cost altogether?
#Person2#: Altogether, it's going to be $ 12. 15.
#Person1#: That will be all for me.
#Person2#: All right, let me get your meat for you. | #Person1# buys a pound of ground beef and three pounds of chicken breasts 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#: Ping-pong must be the top-ranking popular sport in China. It seems to me in every school, factory, army unit, or residential area, men and women, young and old, are swinging paddles.
#Person2#: You got it! In a sense, it has become a byword for Chinese sport.
#Person1#: What do you think might be the source of its popularity?
#Person2#: I think its critical advantage lies in its low cost. All you need is a racket, a table and a light celluloid ball. Tables are usually available in public recreation areas, like finest rooms, and outdoor playgrounds. . .
#Person1#: And sometimes a substitute table can be made out of a few desks.
#Person2#: Put it there! In senior high schools, we used to play on desks in the classroom, when no vacant tables were available. Likewise, the racket may take a variety of forms, too. Anything that resembles a racket, from a plank to cardboard or even a hardcover book, may be used as a racket.
#Person1#: Haha, these are very good inventions. All these speak the public's fondness for the sport
#Person2#: Yeah, the sport is affordable and accessible to every Tom, Dick and Jane in this developing country. No wonder even the state leaders are known to be keen on it.
#Person1#: I know President Hu Into likes playing ping-pong.
#Person2#: Actually, he excels in it. Chairman Mao, too, encouraged the whole nation to play ping-pong as a part of the nationwide body building campaign.
#Person1#: I see. There was also the famous ping pong diplomacy, wasn't there? | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the top-ranking popular sport, ping-pong, in China. #Person2# thinks its critical advantage is the low cost because it just needs a racket, a table, and a ball. #Person1# adds that sometimes substitutes also work. #Person1# and #Person2# say that many leaders are good at 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#: Miss Maggie?
#Person2#: Yes, sir?
#Person1#: Did you speak to Mr. Robinson?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. I asked him to call later. He said he would call again in about an hour.
#Person1#: That's fine. By the way, has Charlie photocopied my report yet? I need it this afternoon.
#Person2#: Not yet. I told him to finish it by 11 this morning.
#Person1#: Good. Did you tell Miss Martin not to call her boyfriend from here?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I told her not to use the office phone for personal calls. She won't do it again.
#Person1#: I hope she won't. Her boyfriend lives in France!
#Person2#: I'm sure she won't. Is there anything else, Mr. French?
#Person1#: Hmm. Could you bring me a cup of tea?
#Person2#: Sure. | Maggie tells #Person1# she's called Robinson, settled Charlie, and noticed Martin. #Person1# asks Maggie for tea. | Summarize the 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 have change for a dollar, please?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I can only give you change if you buy something.
#Person1#: But I only have a dollar on me, and all I need is four quarters.
#Person2#: Sorry, but I don't make the rules. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for a change. #Person2# refuses. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi. How can we help you today?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'd like to get my hair trimmed a little. Nothing fancy. Just a basic trim.
#Person1#: Well, can we interest you in today's special?
#Person2#: Um ... Nah, nah ...
#Person1#: We'll shampoo, cut, (and) style your hair for one unbelievable low price of $9.99 (nine ninety-nine). Plus, we'll give you a clean shave and a back massage to help you relax.
#Person2#: Well, I don't know. I don't have much time, and ...
#Person1#: Best service in town!
#Person2#: Well, okay, I'll have the complete service today, but as I said before, I just want to get my hair trimmed. A little off the top and sides. That's all. I mean, that's all.
#Person1#: No problem. Relax. You're in good hands. Okay, here we go. Now, how does this thing work?
#Person2#: Huh? Wait. You know what you're doing, right?
#Person1#: Relax, sir, relax. I've been doing this for ten [cough] [Ten what?] Sit back and relax. So, what do you do for a living?
#Person2#: I'm a lawyer, specializing in workplace accidents, and I'm in town for a very important job interview, and ...
#Person1#: Oops.
#Person2#: What do you mean oops. Hey, can I see a mirror?
#Person1#: Nothing to worry about, sir. Relax. I'm just making some adjustments to the hair trimmer. There we are. Okay ...
#Person2#: Ouch. That hurt. That really hurt! What are you doing anyway?
#Person1#: Nothing to worry about, sir. Relax.
#Person2#: That's what you just said a minute ago, and look at all of my hair on the floor. And how much are you really cutting off? And where's a mirror?
#Person1#: Oh. And time for the shampoo. Just lean back, and we'll wash your hair away.
#Person2#: You mean what's left of it?
#Person1#: Relax. [Your favorite word ...] Relax.
#Person2#: Hey, hey, and you got shampoo in my eyes. I can't see. Where's the towel?
#Person1#: Relax, sir, relax. I'm almost finished.
#Person2#: Yeah, just wait till I get finished with you!
#Person1#: Okay, okay, now let's dry your hair, put a little styling jell in it, and now style it with a blow dryer, and brush. voila!
#Person2#: Hey, what happened to my hair? You butchered it! And what's left of my hair turned purple. What kind of prank are you trying to pull here anyway? Are you even a licensed beautician?
#Person1#: Well, sir. We offer a money-back guarantee on all our work, so if you're not completely satisfied ...
#Person2#: Satisfied? I'm anything but satisfied. I want to talk to the manager ... now!
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but he's on vacation, and he left me in charge, so if you ...
#Person2#: How in the world am I supposed to go to my job interview looking like this? Forget it, forget it. Is there anyplace in this town that can give a decent haircut and fix this damage?
#Person1#: Well, my brother works next door, and he offers a complete package for ....
#Person2#: I know, nine, ninety-nine. I've had it. Forget I even asked. | #Person2# wants #Person1# to get his hair trimmed a little. #Person1# persuades him to have today's special but #Person1# does the haircut terribly and #Person2# is unsatisfied. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Would you come to dinner next Sunday?
#Person2#: Sunday? No, I'm sorry. I'm busy on Sunday.
#Person1#: How about Saturday?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd love to. What time?
#Person1#: How about 7:00?
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Do you know where I live?
#Person2#: Sorry, I have no idea.
#Person1#: I'm on No. 1125, Beijing Road.
#Person2#: I think I can find it. Anything I should bring along?
#Person1#: Oh, just bring yourself. We'll get everything ready.
#Person2#: Thank you for your kindness.
#Person1#: I'll see you then.
#Person2#: Thanks. Goodbye. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to come to dinner next Saturday at 7. | Summarize the 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 exciting just to think about it. It will be my first trip to Italy, but I may have trouble finding my way around when I'm there.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. Just give me a call when you arrive. I'll show you the way around. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# may get lost in Italy. #Person2# promises to show #Person1# the way around. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Where is that?
#Person2#: Take me to the airport, please.
#Person1#: Are you in a hurry?
#Person2#: I have to be there before 17 o'clock.
#Person1#: We'll make it except a jam. You know it's rush hour.
#Person2#: There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person1#: I'll do my best.
#Person2#: Here's twenty dollars.
#Person1#: Do you have small bills?
#Person2#: No. If you can't break it, keep the change. But can you give me a receipt?
#Person1#: Here is your receipt. Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# to take #Person2# to the airport before 17:00 and will give #Person1# an extra ten. | Summarize the 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 a nice restaurant, isn't it?
#Person2#: It's wonderful. The view is simply beautiful. How did you find this restaurant?
#Person1#: Well, I'm a sophisticated traveler. I know all the great restaurants in the world.
#Person2#: Sophisticated traveler, huh? I bet you picked the first restaurant you found in the guidebook.
#Person1#: I'll pretend I didn't hear that. How's the fish?
#Person2#: Mmm, delicious! Here, have a bite.
#Person1#: Mmm, it's good. Do you want to try some of mine?
#Person2#: OK, just a bit. Oops-I dropped my fork. Excuse me. . .
#Person3#: Yes, is anything wrong?
#Person2#: I dropped my fork. Could you bring me another one, please?
#Person3#: Certainly, ma'am. | #Person1# and #Person2# are having dinner at the restaurant that #Person1# finds. #Person2# drops her fork. #Person3#'ll bring her another one. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you interested in history?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I enjoyed studying it at school, though I had trouble remembering all the dates, so my teacher never gave me good marks.
#Person1#: I love history, but I've always thought that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened.
#Person2#: I wish you had been my history teacher! I might have got better marks!
#Person1#: Some people say that history repeats itself.
#Person2#: What does that mean? The same events never happen twice, do they?
#Person1#: The idea is that the people and dates change, but the reason why things happen stay the same.
#Person2#: I see. I think I'd agree with that statement. People often seem to make the same mistakes over and over again. | #Person1# and #Person2# both love history. They agree that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened and history repeats itself. | Summarize the 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 your email address?
#Person2#: It's bluedog123.
#Person1#: Bluedog123. Are you sure that's all?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: No. That's incomplete.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: What's your mailing address?
#Person2#: 456 Cherry Drive, Pasadena, CA 91170.
#Person1#: That's correct.
#Person2#: So what's the problem?
#Person1#: Bluedog123 is just the street. You have to give me the city, state, and ZIP code.
#Person2#: Oh, I get it. My email address is bluedog123@yahoo. com. | #Person1# asks for #Person2#'s email address. | Summarize the 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 was really hard for our parents to save money when they were young.
#Person2#: Most people were living form hand to mouth. How could they?
#Person1#: Yeah. They simply had no extra money to save up or for other things.
#Person2#: Fortunately, things are changing these years. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that their parents had no extra money to save when they were young. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How do you know? I thought Taiwanese people didn't have garage sales.
#Person2#: You're right. We're not really into used stuff.
#Person1#: Well, I've grown to like second-hand things. I wouldn't have gotten through university without them!
#Person2#: There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan, besides auction websites.
#Person1#: I use those sites. Hey! Let's go check out a flea market later.
#Person2#: Great! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping! | #Person2# tells #Person1# people in Taiwan are not into used stuff, but there are auction websites. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: When were you bron may I ask?
#Person2#: On 20th May 1963.
#Person1#: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar?
#Person2#: 27th day of the fourth month.
#Person1#: By the way, could you tell me when the film will begin?
#Person2#: It will begin at 5 thirty.
#Person1#: I am friaid I can't be there on time.
#Person2#: You can see it tomorrow.
#Person1#: I don't want to miss it today.
#Person2#: See you.
#Person1#: See you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s birthday and the beginning time of a movie. #Person1#'s afraid #Person1# can't be on time. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Bob. Come in! This is my new office.
#Person2#: Wow, it's great. There's so much furniture, a sofa, arm chair.
#Person1#: How about my desk? Isn't it beautiful?
#Person2#: Yes, look at that. Is that a new computer?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. The latest model.
#Person2#: But there aren't any windows here.
#Person1#: No, no. There are some windows. There over there.
#Person2#: Is that New Times Magazine on your desk?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. There are some more copies in the cupboard.
#Person2#: It's a great magazine. I love it.
#Person1#: Yes, lots of good information. Would you like a cup of coffee?
#Person2#: Sure. Is there a coffee maker here, too?
#Person1#: Yes, there is. I have everything in this office.
#Person2#: You're lucky.
#Person1#: Yes, I am. You're welcome anytime. Now, let's make the coffee. | #Person1# invites Bob to #Person1#'s new office. Bob likes that office. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you hear the weather report yesterday evening, Jack?
#Person2#: No. I was preparing for our camping trip then. What will the weather be like on the weekend? I hope we will have a sunny day for camping.
#Person1#: Unfortunately, the report said there will be a cold spring rain. What shall we do?
#Person2#: Don't worry, Lily. Weather reports also make mistakes. Let's wait and see. Maybe the rain will arrive earlier or later than the weekend.
#Person1#: You are always optimistic, but it seems we have no other choices. How I wish the weather would be always warm and sunny as it is today. | Lily tells Jack that the weather report said there will be a cold spring rain this weekend. But Jack is optimistic. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Concorde college, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, would you put me through to Miss O'Shea? It's Allison Clark calling.
#Person1#: I'm afraid she doesn't seem to be available at the moment, would you like to leave a message?
#Person2#: Yes, please, my name is Allison Clark. I've got an appointment with her at 1:00 tomorrow afternoon. But I'm wondering whether I can change it to 3:00 o'clock. I very much appreciated if she could let me know by noon tomorrow. My mobile number is 07720882704.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll pass your message on to her.
#Person2#: Thank you, bye. | Allison Clark calls to postpone her appointment with Miss O'Shea but Miss O'Shea is not available. #Person1# will pass her message on to Miss O'Shea. | Summarize the 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, Susie. Can I borrow your car tonight?
#Person2#: No. The last time you borrowed it, you returned it with the gas tank empty.
#Person1#: Did I? I'm sorry, baby. I promise to fill the tank this time.
#Person2#: What do you need it for?
#Person1#: I want to take my mom out to dinner.
#Person2#: And I'm not invited?
#Person1#: You can come if you want. I thought you'd probably have plans with your friends.
#Person2#: I do, but I'd rather go with you. Don't you think it's time for me to meet your mother?
#Person1#: OK, sure, just don't expect her to love you right away. She never thinks any girl is good enough for me. | #Person1# wants to borrow Susie's car tonight to take his mom out to dinner. Susie will go with him and meet #Person1#'s mom. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are there running groups in this neighborhood? I've been wanting to run in the mornings, but I don't like to do it alone.
#Person2#: Yeah, there is a group that meets at the park a few blocks from the university. They meet every Sunday morning.
#Person1#: I should join them. I wonder how far they run.
#Person2#: They usually run to the river, about a mile I think.
#Person1#: No, that would be about 3 miles. I usually only run, too.
#Person2#: Well, maybe running with other people will give you more energy. When I bike with others, I always go faster and farther. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that there is a running group in their neighborhood and they usually run to the river. | Summarize the 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, everyone. In the studio today we have Steve Jackson, who's going to tell us about his recent trip to the Antarctic. So Steve, what was it like? Did you freeze?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. While I was there, the temperature was about 7 degrees and I found it quite comfortable. It can get storming in the Antarctic but the seas were calm.
#Person1#: I guess you should take warm clothes.
#Person2#: Well, you really need that. But what I found most useful was dark sunglasses. The sun can get really strong with the reflection of the snow and the ice.
#Person1#: What were the other passengers like?
#Person2#: All the atmosphere aboard the ship was great. The crews were mainly American and they did their best to get everyone to mix.
#Person1#: Did you come across any people apart from your fellow tourists?
#Person2#: Yes, a few of the scientists at a research station. They gave his coffee and biscuits one morning.
#Person1#: What's your best memory of the trip?
#Person2#: Hard to say really. There are so many. We saw a lot of wildlife, but I guess what I most treasured is the large variety of birds we saw.
#Person1#: I guess the area was totally untouched before the scientists arrived.
#Person2#: Well, actually there used to be a booming fishing industry in the area at one time. But all that's left are some deserted buildings now. No old boats are machines or anything like that, though. | Steve Jackson comes to #Person1#'s studio and introduces his recent trip to the Antarctic. Jackson says the temperature was comfortable and the atmosphere aboard the ship was great. Jackson treasured the view of various birds most. | Summarize the 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 an interesting project, we have for psychology class.
#Person2#: Interesting. It's going to be a lot of work.
#Person1#: What's so hard about it? We just have to make up a survey questionnaire related to theories from the class.
#Person2#: Making up a survey questionnaire isn't so hard, but we have to find 50 People to fill out the questionnaire and then write up a report, analyzing the data.
#Person1#: It'll be easy to find 50 people to fill out the questionnaire. We can do that in one afternoon at the student center, that actually sounds like fun to me.
#Person2#: That's good, I don't mind preparing the questionnaire and analyzing the data. | #Person1# will find 50 people to fill the questionnaire for their project, and #Person2# will prepare the questionnaire and analyze data. | Summarize the 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 mascara. Do you have good thickening mascara?
#Person2#: Of course. Here is our thickening mascara. We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes.
#Person1#: Alright. And I want to consider your eye shadow too. Do you have a color chart can look at?
#Person2#: 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?
#Person1#: Oh, sure I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first.
#Person2#: I can help you with that.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# needs thickening mascara and eye shadow. #Person2# recommends some products and helps #Person1# clean off the eye shadow before sampling them. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Oh, so the zoo is over there. Thank you so much for your help.
#Person2#: You ' re welcome. Can I ask you what brings you to China?
#Person1#: I ' m actually travelling around Asia.
#Person2#: Oh, very nice. How long will you be in Beijing?
#Person1#: Probably another week.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Well, I ' ll give you my phone number and if you need a guide, please call me.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. That ' s very kind. | #Person1# takes #Person2# to the zoo and is willing to be the guide when #Person2# traveling in Beijing. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mr. James. I know that office hour is up now, but could you work during the weekend and finish the translations?
#Person2#: Well, unfortunately I have got something to do this weekend. But let me see...
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry. However, if you could help me out, I'll double the pay for the hours worked.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you. How soon do you really need them?
#Person1#: I'll need them for the conference on Monday afternoon. Do you think it can be done by then?
#Person2#: I'll try.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, Mr. James. | #Person1# needs the translations and will double the pay for Mr. James to finish them this weekend. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you speak Japanese?
#Person2#: Yes, I can, but not very well.
#Person1#: Where did you learn it?
#Person2#: At school. And I'm still learning it now.
#Person1#: How long have you been learning it?
#Person2#: About three years.
#Person1#: Can you speak any other languages?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s been learning Japanese at school for three years. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You're not looking happy. What's the matter?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing special. I'm just a bit tired.
#Person1#: With the job?
#Person2#: With everything, with everybody, with all this!
#Person1#: A good suggestion for you. You need a holiday.
#Person2#: It wasn't always like this, you know.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, I mean. We always do the same thing. There's no variety in our lives.
#Person1#: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter.
#Person2#: Certainly, perhaps. | #Person2# is tired of the invariance of life and #Person1# thinks #Person2# needs a holiday. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi Kara, this is Mike.
#Person2#: Hello Mike. How are things going for you?
#Person1#: Great, how are you?
#Person2#: Fine. Everything is just fine.
#Person1#: Kara, I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend.
#Person2#: Mike, I enjoyed your company, but I am getting ready to graduate soon. I really need to focus on my studies.
#Person1#: Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done.
#Person2#: It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done, but thank you for a lovely dinner. | Mike invites Kara to go out again this weekend and Kara refuses because she needs to focus on studies. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tommy played truant today. His teacher called me this morning.
#Person2#: Where did he go?
#Person1#: I've asked him, but he won't tell me. What should we do about this? He is like you. I remember when we were at the college, you always skipped classes.
#Person2#: Like me? But you see I am so successful now. And if he is really like me, he will be more successful than me in the future.
#Person1#: Stop, stop. . . We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study. Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school.
#Person2#: Pay him? But he studies for himself, not for you or for me or for anybody else. I got an idea. You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins, you can go to work.
#Person1#: In that way, I'll be late every day. How about letting him go to school on school bus?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Why have I never thought of that?
#Person1#: That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school. So now I am much more clever than you. | #Person1# and #Person2#'s son, Tommy, played truant today. They are discussing what they should do for Tommy's attendance for classes. Finally, they decide to let him go to school on a school bus. | Summarize the 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 is your greatest strength?
#Person2#: I think I am very good at planning. I manage my time well so that I can always get things done on time.
#Person1#: What is your weakness?
#Person2#: I always give each job my best efforts, so when others are not pulling their weight, I am frustrated.
#Person1#: What is your greatest accomplishment?
#Person2#: I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project.
#Person1#: Can you work under pressure?
#Person2#: Working under pressure is exciting and challenging. I don't mind. In fact, I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work.
#Person1#: What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them?
#Person2#: There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time. I then had to handle their work temporarily. The workload was incredibly heavy. So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work. Finally, I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy.
#Person1#: How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with?
#Person2#: I stick to my principles and keep to the rules. Sometimes, they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive. Some of them change their attitude later. | #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions including #Person2#'s merits and demerits, greatest accomplishment, whether #Person2# can work under great pressure, what problems #Person2# encountered and how #Person2# solved them, and how to work with difficult people. #Person2# answers them all in detail. | Summarize the 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 are you in such a good mood today?
#Person2#: well, yesterday, I decided to face my fear of heights.
#Person1#: I didn't know you were scared of heights! Was it really bad?
#Person2#: let me put it this way. I've never seen a professional sorts game in a stadium because I could never get myself to walk to the top of the stairs to sit down.
#Person1#: so what did you do about it yesterday?
#Person2#: I went sky-diving!
#Person1#: you're kidding me! that sounds really scary!
#Person2#: It was scary, but it felt great, too.
#Person1#: weren't you scared?
#Person2#: of course I was scared. But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped.
#Person1#: so have you cured your fear of heights?
#Person2#: I think so. After I jumped out of the plane, I realized that I should just enjoy life. Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly.
#Person1#: I'm impressed.
#Person2#: are you scared of anything?
#Person1#: well, sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself.
#Person2#: what do you think is going to happen?
#Person1#: I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things.
#Person2#: it sounds like you just need to be more careful. | #Person1# finds #Person2# is in a good mood and #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went sky-diving yesterday and cured the fear of heights. After that, #Person2# realizes #Person2# should enjoy life. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# fears being alone in #Person1#'s apartment. | Summarize the 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, American football is more exciting than I thought.
#Person2#: You're in America now, my British friend. We just call it football.
#Person1#: Oh, right. So, I can't quite follow what's going on. . . who's winning?
#Person2#: The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked, but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone.
#Person1#: Wow! What a hit!
#Person2#: Yeah, he tackled him so hard his helmet came off.
#Person1#: Is he ok?
#Person2#: It looks like it, he's getting up.
#Person1#: I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team.
#Person2#: The Giants?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Well, here we go again.
#Person1#: What happened? Why did everyone get so quiet?
#Person2#: The Redskin's quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points. We're losing again. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching a football game between the Giants and the Redskin. They take the Giants' side but finally the Redskin win by a touchdown pass. | Summarize the 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 couldn't look at you, and say you aren't beautiful!
#Person2#: You are pretending!
#Person1#: No, Miss Anna, you must let me say how lovely you are! What's wrong with that?
#Person2#: It's wrong because---it isn't true.
#Person1#: You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are, don't you?
#Person2#: Well, no-that is, I've heard Linda say they do, but. . . Thank you. But please don't speak to me again.
#Person1#: Oh, Miss Anna! That's too hard! I won't be here long. | #Person1# keeps saying Miss Anna is beautiful and Anna is shy to hear that. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you like watching the Winter Olympic Games?
#Person2#: Of course. It's the tradition game in winter, and with good reason. Don't you like watching it?
#Person1#: Of course I do. I love it. All the games are exciting and the competitors are respectable.
#Person2#: That's true. For various reasons, it takes more to hold a fierce game for Winter Olympics than it does for Summer Olympics. You know, the low temperature may cause many problems.
#Person1#: Yeah. What's the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics?
#Person2#: When the Olympic Games started in modern times, only summer events were included. When it grew popular, there came the Winter Olympic Games, which includes a variety of winter sports.
#Person1#: I see. Then, what's your favorite winter sport?
#Person2#: Figure skating. In my eye, nothing beats it.
#Person1#: Then you must know Shen Due and Hao Hongbo.
#Person2#: Oh, I didn't expect you to know them. But yes, I love them not only because of many medals they've won, but also because of their spirits.
#Person1#: You should go to talk with May. She is a big fan of them too.
#Person2#: Sure. What about you? What do you like about the Olympics?
#Person1#: For me, the Olympics for the disabled always catches my heart. It makes me understand that perseverance makes the impossible possible.
#Person2#: Hey, young man, you are so deep today.
#Person1#: I always am. You just didn't notice. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the Winter Olympic Games. Both of them like it. #Person2# tells #Person1# the differences between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics. They talk about their favorite sports and share their opinions. | Summarize the 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 wish I knew who had moved our flower pots.
#Person2#: It was me. I am so sorry.
#Person1#: What did you think you were doing?
#Person2#: I had to move it, so that I can get my bike through.
#Person1#: How dare you be so inconsiderate? That's wrong.
#Person2#: I am awfully sorry. I didn't think you would mind so much.
#Person1#: Never do that again.
#Person2#: I promise. | #Person1# thinks it's inconsiderate of #Person2# to move #Person1#'s flower pots to get the bike through and #Person2# feels sorry. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What's the matter, BOB?
#Person2#: I think it's my ankle.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: One of my snow-shoes that cause on rocks.
#Person1#: Can you stand?
#Person2#: I don't think so. It's kind of sore.
#Person1#: what I have to give you a hospital for an ex-treat.
#Person2#: It's that really necessary?
#Person1#: It maybe worse than it seems. | BOB cannot stand because his ankle and #Person1# thinks he needs an ex-treat. | Summarize the 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 visited the Polar Aquarium today.
#Person2#: Is it like a zoo of polar animals?
#Person1#: Almost. There are a lot of polar animals sea birds, such as seals, whales and penguins, People don't get much chance of seeing them.
#Person2#: It must have been fun seeing those unusual animals and birds.
#Person1#: Absolutely. To be frank, I learned quite a lot about those animals and polar areas. I'm thinking of my kids there one of these days.
#Person2#: Maybe you should let me know about your plan. I want to take my kids there some day. too. | #Person1# visited the Polar Aquarium and #Person2# thinks it's fun. They both want to take the kids there one day. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good evening, sir. Welcome to our restaurant.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Yes, it's Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: Mr. Brown. We were expecting you. This way, please. Will this table be fine?
#Person2#: Oh, this is just fine.
#Person1#: Please take a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Here is the menu. | Mr. Brown comes to the reserved restaurant. #Person1# welcomes him and gives the menu. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Take care, Peter. Don't run so fast. Are you tired?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. May I sit on the grass?
#Person1#: No, you mustn't sit on the grass. Don't you see the notes?
#Person2#: Yes, I can see it. But what's on it?
#Person1#: It says Keep off the grass!
#Person2#: Well, there's a bench under the tree. We can sit there.
#Person1#: Be careful. You can't smoke here.
#Person2#: Why not?
#Person1#: Can't you see the notes there? It says No smoking here. | #Person1# asks Peter not to sit on the grass nor to smoke because there're notes. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon, how can I help?
#Person2#: Hi there. I'd like to draw some cash from my Fund Account at the Securities Company. Could I check my balance before I withdraw anything?
#Person1#: Of course. Your balance is 92, 320 RMB in your Securities Account. How much would you like to withdraw?
#Person2#: I'd like 20, 000 RIB, please. If that's possible.
#Person1#: No problem. Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account. | #Person1# serves #Person2# to check the balance and draw some cash from the Fund Account at the Securities Company. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Japan Airline domestic reservations. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I Would like make a reservation to Huston for tomorrow.
#Person1#: The flight to Huston takes off daily every two hours from 6:00 to 11:00 pm. So you don't need a reservation. Seats are available on a'first come, first served'basis.
#Person2#: Oh, that's quite convenient. Thank you. | #Person2# wants to make a flight reservation. #Person1# tells #Person2# there's no need. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I really want to get something to eat.
#Person2#: What are you going to get?
#Person1#: I don't know what I want to eat.
#Person2#: Well, do you want burgers, English food, or French food?
#Person1#: French food sounds good.
#Person2#: Where are you going to get it from?
#Person1#: I haven't the slightest idea.
#Person2#: I usually get my French food from the Paris.
#Person1#: You like the Paris?
#Person2#: The food there is actually pretty good.
#Person1#: Maybe I'll go there then.
#Person2#: You should. I know you'll like it. | #Person1# wants to get something to eat. #Person2# asks #Person1#'s preference and recommends French food from the Paris. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to go to Europe for a visit? Can you recommend me an interesting city?
#Person1#: Why not go to Paris? It's famous for Arch of Triumph, Eiffel, versailles and place de la Concorde.
#Person2#: Do you have a package tour to Paris?
#Person1#: Of course, we have. | #Person2# wants to go to Europe and #Person1# recommends #Person2# to visit Paris. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: So how far is the museum, dad?
#Person2#: It is about 10 minutes walk.
#Person1#: Finish your hot chocolate and we will go.
#Person2#: Are we going to come back here for lunch?
#Person1#: No, we will have lunch at the museum cafeteria.
#Person2#: I have finished. We can go now.
#Person1#: Let's go then. On the way we have to turn right and right again at the next junction.
#Person2#: Let's stop at the newsagent, I would like to buy a newspaper. We can also buy postcards for your friends.
#Person1#: Can you see a Post Office somewhere around here?
#Person2#: Yes it is down there, at the end of the road, next to the supermarket.
#Person1#: Oh good we are almost there. The museum is round the corner from the Post Office. | #Person2# takes his son to the museum. On the way, they stop at the newsagent to buy a newspaper and the Post Office to buy postcards | Summarize the 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 do you live?
#Person2#: I live in Beijing.
#Person1#: What's your permanent address?
#Person2#: My permanent address is Apt. 401, 238 Zhongshan Road, Beijing.
#Person1#: Where is your birthplace?
#Person2#: My birthplace is Suzhou.
#Person1#: Where is your domicile?
#Person2#: My domicile is Beijing.
#Person1#: Give me your telephone number, please.
#Person2#: ( My telephone number is ) 139xxxxx345. | #Person1# asks #Person2# personal information including address, birthplace, domicile, and telephone number. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: We cannot avoid being asked questions in the interview. Sometimes, my mind goes blank.
#Person2#: It is so terrible to be caught unaware.
#Person1#: Admittedly, you can get prepared in advance for the interview, but you cannot cover everything concerned.
#Person2#: Sure. So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply.
#Person1#: Firstly, your answer should go straight to the point, and be clear and brief.
#Person2#: State your opinion or argument first, and then go on with details.
#Person1#: Never should you give an answer completely beside the point.
#Person2#: If you indeed don't know how to answer, admit it frankly.
#Person1#: Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule.
#Person2#: Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly.
#Person1#: Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can.
#Person2#: It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about how to prepare the interview in advance. They share their opinions and agree flexible and clear replies should be made to deal with probable questions. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Come again? What are you talking about? Aren't we on the same team now?
#Person2#: Guess again, Dave. I have no intention of leaving invoking. Never did.
#Person1#: What do you mean? You didn't? Oh, no. . . No!
#Person2#: That's right, Dave. I tricked you into giving a confession. And I've recorded every word of it.
#Person1#: But how? So you knew all along I was with WebTracker? How did you know?
#Person2#: I saw your green post-it notes. Nobody else has them. | #Person2# knew Dave was with WebTracker and tricked Dave into giving a confession and recorded 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#: Did you put this morning's faxes on my desk? I'm waiting for some urgent faxes from headquarters, I'm pretty sure they came in last night.
#Person2#: Everything that came in off the fax machine last night is all on your desk. But I noticed that some of the faxes came through pretty blurred. Maybe you can take a look at them. If the copy is unreadable, I'll call them and ask them to relax.
#Person1#: Yeah, you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed. These copies are so dark, I can't make out any of the words.
#Person2#: What about that one?
#Person1#: This one? This one is so light I can barely read it. How can that be?
#Person2#: You know, I think the fax machine is out of toner, I can change the toner cartridge. That should solve the problem.
#Person1#: Yes, but this one will have to be re-faxed as well. And look, there's about three pages missing! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes, and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light, they're unreadable!
#Person2#: I guess the fax machine is out of paper, too. Don't worry, I'll have someone look at it this afternoon, and in the meantime, I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine. | #Person1# is waiting for some urgent faxed from headquarters, but all the documents are unreadable because the fax machine is out of toner and paper. #Person2# will have someone look at the fax machine and refax the faxes this afternoon. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'd like to send this parcel to Spain, please.
#Person2#: Do you want to send it by airmail or by surface mail?
#Person1#: Well, how long will it take if I send it by surface mail?
#Person2#: About five weeks.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail. How much will it cost if I send it by air?
#Person2#: Just a moment. I'll weigh it. | #Person2# serves #Person1# to send a parcel by air so that it'll get to Spain for New Year's Day. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mike! What's going on, man! Long time no see!
#Person2#: Hey, Pat! Yeah, I haven't seen you in ages! How is going?
#Person1#: Things doing great! It's funny running into you like this. Smell well, just last week I ran into Matt as well.
#Person2#: Yeah? How's he doing?
#Person1#: He's doing well. We went out for a couple of beers and the funniest thing happened.
#Person2#: Oh yeah?
#Person1#: Well, we were talking and catching up on what we'Ve been doing, talking about work and family, when all of a sudden, Matt saw a mouse run under his chair and he completely lost it! He started freaking out, and screaming. . .
#Person2#: Ha ha, really?
#Person1#: Yeah, and the funniest thing was, that he jumped on to his chair and started shrieking like a girl. You had to be there! Everyone was staring and laughing. . . it was hilarious! | Pat runs into Mike and tells him he ran into Matt as well. And Pat describes the funniest thing that happened when he drank with Matt. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Sue, there you are. Have you got time for a little chat?
#Person2#: Of course. What is it, Mike? Is something wrong?
#Person1#: No, not really. But I'll like your advice.
#Person2#: I'll help if I can.
#Person1#: Well, you remember Miguel who stayed with us last summer?
#Person2#: No. But I remember you telling me about him. He was very fond of sightseeing, wasn't he?
#Person1#: That's right. Well, I got a letter from him this morning and he's invited me to spend a holiday with his family this year. They have got a big house on a river side, and they've got a boat. You know how crazy I am about boats.
#Person2#: Mike, that's great. What a wonderful chance for you!
#Person1#: Yes, but it's not that simple.
#Person2#: What's the problem?
#Person1#: It's Celia. You see, we've both been saving like mad to go on a trip together this year.
#Person2#: Ah, I see. You don't want to disappoint her, of course.
#Person1#: That's right. She'd be so upset. She's been doing all sorts of jobs in her free time. She is well worthy of this holiday. It seems so unfair.
#Person2#: Look, Mike. First, you must tell Celia about the invitation. She'll understand your problem. But why don't you tell Miguel about the plan you had already made with Celia? He might even suggest a good way to settle the problem. | Mike got a letter from Miguel to invite him to spend a holiday, but this will disappoint Celia. So Mike asks Sue for some advice. Sue suggests Mike tell Miguel about the plan he had already made with Celia. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Peter, you're learning to drive, aren't you? Do you go to the AA Driving School?
#Person2#: Actually it's called the ABC Driving School.
#Person1#: Is it expensive?
#Person2#: I've had ten lessons already and each one is fourteen pounds.
#Person1#: I see. And is the teacher's car new?
#Person2#: Yes, and it's not a big car so parking is easy.
#Person1#: When are you going to take your driving test?
#Person2#: I failed it last week.
#Person1#: Did you hit something or ...
#Person2#: The traffic lights were red but I didn't see them and I couldn't brake in time.
#Person1#: Never mind. You can take the test again. Tell me about your teacher. Is he friendly?
#Person2#: He's OK. He's quite young and interesting to talk to, but my father will give me my next lessons. He's cheaper. | Peter is learning to drive for ten lessons in ABC Driving School and #Person1# asks him some questions about the school. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You Americans are funny. It seems as if you were married with cars.
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess that's true. The country is becoming one big highway. I was reading that there are about 4 million miles of roads and highways in this country now. | #Person1# thinks Americans were married with cars and #Person2# agrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Come on, Peter! It's nearly seven.
#Person2#: I'm almost ready.
#Person1#: We'll be late if you don't hurry.
#Person2#: One minute, please. I'm packing my things.
#Person1#: The teachers won't let us in if we are late.
#Person2#: OK. I'm ready.
#Person1#: Come on, then.
#Person2#: Oh, I'll have to get my money.
#Person1#: You don't need money when you are having the exam, do you?
#Person2#: Of course not. OK, Let's go... Oh, my God. I've forgot my watch.
#Person1#: You'll forget your head if you're not careful.
#Person2#: My mother says that, too.
#Person1#: I hope you'll be more careful in the exam. | #Person1# urges Peter to hurry up. But Peter forgets money and watch. #Person1# hopes him be more careful 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#: This is Carolyn Dianne. We're not in at the moment, Please leave your message and telephone number, we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
#Person2#: Hi, Carol. This is David. There is no class tomorrow afternoon. The class is going to see a film at Western Wood Theater. Please meet us in the front of the theater at 4:30. Or Max and I can pick you up at 4. Call me at 781-4893 before noon. After that at 781-9067 and leave a message. I'm in a lecture in the afternoon. Bye. | Carol leaves a message to tell Carolyn Dianne the new meeting location and time. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello. Is that Mr. Jackson?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: Mr. Jackson. I am a reporter from the TV station at our school. As far as I know, you are a very successful teacher, and quite popular among the students, so I want to ask you some questions about your teaching and your students.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: First question, do you often give homework to your students after class?
#Person1#: It depends. Maybe once or twice a week.
#Person2#: Do you think it is good for your students to do a lot of homework?
#Person1#: No, I don't think so. Too much homework takes too much of their free time. I seldom give homework to my students on the weekend.
#Person2#: Do you agree the students need a lot of exercises in their spare time?
#Person1#: Well, yes, but they also need time to relax and have a rest, especially on weekends.
#Person2#: You are a great teacher. By the way, what do you do in your free time?
#Person1#: I'm a very good football player. My team won the first place in our city last year.
#Person2#: Congratulations! Well, thank you for your help. | #Person2#, a reporter from the TV station, asks Mr. Jackson some questions about his teaching and his students because Mr. Jackson is a successful teacher and is popular among students. | Summarize the 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, Robert. How was your job-hunting going?
#Person2#: Well, I have an important interview on Saturday. Maybe you could give me some tips on how to make a good impression.
#Person1#: Sure. First, write down something about your education and work experience. Take it to the interview.
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: Also, you need to find as much information as you can about the company. You can do this in the library. Have they sent you some brochures?
#Person2#: Yes, but I can do it better on the Internet.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. And another thing, mmm, be prepared to say why you would be good for the job.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. They may want to know what contributions I can make to the company.
#Person1#: And then don't forget to prepare some questions that you would like to ask them. There's usually time for that at the end of the interview.
#Person2#: Why should I ask some questions?
#Person1#: It always makes a good impression if you ask some questions about the job. It shows you really care about what kind of company you will work for.
#Person2#: Thank you so much for all your advice. | Robert will have an interview and he asks #Person1# to give some tips on making a good impression. #Person1# suggests writing down education and work experience, finding information about the company, saying the contributions, and preparing some questions. | Summarize the 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! I heard you just had an interview for a new job? How did it go?
#Person2#: I think I did well. They said they'd make a decision by this Friday.
#Person1#: This Friday? It looks like they want to hire the person as quickly as possible. | Mark will get the result of the interview and #Person1# thinks it's quick. | Summarize the 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?
#Person2#: Good morning. My name is Orwell. I've got a reservation, a single room with a shower.
#Person1#: Ah, yes, Dr. Orwell. Would you fill in this form, please?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Oh, excuse me. I catch a cold. You're a doctor. You can give me something for it.
#Person2#: Give you something for it, for your cold, you mean. I am not that kind of doctor.
#Person1#: Oh, aren't you?
#Person2#: No, I am a psychologist.
#Person1#: Ah, you are a psychologist. Oh I see.
#Person2#: Is that all right?
#Person1#: Yes. Would you like a newspaper in the morning?
#Person2#: Yes. The Times.
#Person1#: OK, Sir. Your room is 523, and how long would you stay?
#Person2#: Four days. I'll be checking out Saturday morning.
#Person1#: And how would you pay?
#Person2#: By credit card. Would you like to see it?
#Person1#: Yes, please, and here is your key, Sir. | Dr. Orwell reserves a single room and is checking in. #Person1# catches a cold and thinks Orwell can help but Orwell is a psychologist. Then #Person1# asks Orwell some questions for check-in. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. I am looking for a book called Little Women, but I can't find it anywhere.
#Person2#: Let me see. I am sorry we just have sold it out.
#Person1#: Will you have it later?
#Person2#: I think so. Could I have you name, telephone number? If we get one, I will call you.
#Person1#: That's terrific. Thank you. | #Person2# saves #Person1#'s contact information to call once they have Little Women 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#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a tie to match this suit.
#Person1#: We have various colors. How about this one?
#Person2#: Well, the color is all right. But it looks outdated. Can you show me that one?
#Person1#: You have a very good taste. It's our best seller.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Sure! Look, it suits you well. | #Person1# serves #Person2# to buy a tie that is the best seller. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I take your order?
#Person2#: We'd like this course for two, please.
#Person1#: I'm afraid this course is for four persons.
#Person2#: Well, can't you make it for two only?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not, sir.
#Person2#: I see. Well, what do you recommend then?
#Person1#: I would recommend a soup with two or three small dishes.
#Person2#: Right, we'll have these three.
#Person1#: Would you like rice with your meal?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. Just a moment, please. | #Person2# orders a course only for four. So #Person1# recommends a soup with small 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#: Have you heard anything about Markheed Inc. ? They have called me back for interview, and I'm considering taking a job with them.
#Person2#: Well, to start with, Markheed Inc. has a reputation for being one of the best empoyers in the field.
#Person1#: The best. . . huh? With so many companies out there, how did they establish themselves in such a solid poisition on top?
#Person2#: First of all, they have an excellent benefits package for all employees, even the maintenance staff have health and dental coverage.
#Person1#: Really? What about the pay rate? Are the wages pretty high?
#Person2#: From what I hear, they are very resonable. A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attracked some high profile employees with their incentives.
#Person1#: Well, what about the work environment? Not every one is motivated solely by money.
#Person2#: It's a great place to work. They give you fair pay and benefits, and a lot of room to grow. I think if they off you a job, you should definately take it. | #Person1# is considering taking a job of Markheed Inc. #Person2# tells #Person1# several advantages, like an excellent benefits package, reasonable pay rate, and a good work environment. #Person2# thinks #Person1# should take the job. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, I'm checking in. The last name is Rama.
#Person2#: Yes, here is your reservation. You have a standard room reserved for two nights. Is that right?
#Person1#: Actually, no. It should be a suite. I had booked a non-smoking king.
#Person2#: Oh, my mistake. The reservation is for a suite and it is a non-smoking room with a king bed. I'm sorry for the error.
#Person1#: That's okay. I'm here a little early. Is it possible to check in right now?
#Person2#: Sure, that's no problem. May I have your credit card? We need a credit card on file for your room charges and incidentals.
#Person1#: Here it is.
#Person2#: Okay, now if you could please verify the room rate here, initial next to the X, and sign right here. How many keys will you need?
#Person1#: Oh, just one.
#Person2#: Okay, you're all set. You're in room 1201. Take the elevators to the 12th floor and it will be on your left. Do you need any help with your bags?
#Person1#: No, I'm fine. Thanks.
#Person2#: Enjoy your stay. | Rama has booked a non-smoking king for two nights and is checking in. #Person2# makes a mistake of the reservation but corrects instantly. And #Person2# helps Rama follow the procedures for check-in. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Where do these flower vases come from?
#Person2#: They are made a town nearby. The flower vases are made of porcelain and covered with tiny bamboo sticks.
#Person1#: Are they breakable?
#Person2#: No. They are not only ornmamental, but also useful.
#Person1#: No wonder it's so expensive. | #Person2# explains the flower vases' materials and advantages and #Person1# understands why they're expensive. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Welcome, how may I help you today?
#Person2#: I'd like a pizza, please.
#Person1#: Then you'll be happy to hear that today. All our pizzas are on sale 2 for one.
#Person2#: You're right, that is great!
#Person1#: What size would you like?
#Person2#: A medium one would be perfect. Thank you.
#Person1#: Which kind you want?
#Person2#: I like seafood on my pizza.
#Person1#: We have 2 seafood pizzas, fish and crab.
#Person2#: Crab sounds good, today.
#Person1#: Will that be for here, or take away?
#Person2#: That will be to go.
#Person1#: That should only be about 10 minutes. Please sit over there and I will call you over as soon as it's ready.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person1# serves #Person2# to order a medium-size crab pizza. #Person2# wants to take the pizza away and has to wait for about ten 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#: I think my wallet was stolen, sir.
#Person2#: Do you have any reason to believe that your wallet was stolen?
#Person1#: Yes, I left it on the table half an hour ago. But when I came back from the restroom, it was gone.
#Person2#: Are you sure you left your wallet on the table?
#Person1#: Of course, sir. I plan to pay the bill before I went to the restroom.
#Person2#: Is this your wallet? We founded in the restroom.
#Person1#: Yes, it is. I must have left it there and I forgot. Sorry. | #Person1# thinks the wallet was stolen. #Person2# tells #Person1# the wallet was left in the restroom. | Summarize the 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 make a hotel reservation.
#Person2#: What day will you arrive?
#Person1#: I will arrive on May fourteenth.
#Person2#: How long will you stay?
#Person1#: I need the room for 3 nights.
#Person2#: How many people will stay in the room?
#Person1#: I will stay in the room alone.
#Person2#: Would you like a smoking or non-smoking room?
#Person1#: I need a non-smoking room.
#Person2#: We have booked a room for you, please be sure to arrive before 4:00 PM. | #Person2# books a non-smoking room for three nights for #Person1# as #Person1# requires. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me, I'm the airport officer, could you spare me a few minutes and answer some questions?
#Person2#: Sure, go ahead.
#Person1#: What do you think of the arrival area? Were you pleased with it?
#Person2#: Yes, but it's a long way from the gate to immigration.
#Person1#: I'm sorry about that. Well, how about immigration? How long did it take you to get through?
#Person2#: It's really quick. It only took me about 3 or 4 minutes.
#Person1#: OK. So you bought some duty free goods, how did you feel about the prices?
#Person2#: Well, compared to most places in Asia, I think there are little expensive. Actually the prices seem lower here than in Canada, where I come from.
#Person1#: I see. Well, how about the airport in your view?
#Person2#: Excellent. It's about the cleanest airport I've ever been in. Oh, I'm sorry, my suitcase is coming. I've got to go now.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | #Person1# as an airport officer asks #Person2# several questions, including how about the arrival area, immigration, the prices of duty-free goods, and the view of the airport. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: My name is Ella Grady. I'm in the customer service department. I'm the European customer service manager.
#Person2#: So, are you in charge of the department?
#Person1#: No, I report to the customer service manager David. He sits there.
#Person2#: Ah, the boss is here.
#Person1#: Yes, and is your boss here?
#Person2#: No. She isn't on the training course fortunately. So, Ella, you aren't the department manager, but do you have a team in the department?
#Person1#: Yeah, there are many teams in the department. I manage a small team of assistance. 5 people were responsible for customers in Europe and our other teams deal with other regions, Asia, North America and so on.
#Person2#: And do you have direct contact with customers? Do you speak to them?
#Person1#: Oh yes, the difficult ones usually. I deal with problems most of the time. | Ella tells #Person2# that she is a customer service manager who manages a small team of assistance and deals with problems from difficult customers usually. | Summarize the 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 absolutely famished.
#Person2#: Yeah. I am too.
#Person1#: Where did you want to go for lunch?
#Person2#: I was thinking we should just go to the cafeteria.
#Person1#: I don't think I ever got food from the cafeteria.
#Person2#: I actually like the food there.
#Person1#: Does the cafeteria sell a lot of different food?
#Person2#: They have anything you want.
#Person1#: I was thinking about getting some Chinese food.
#Person2#: I bought some chow mein at the cafeteria. It tasted great.
#Person1#: We can eat at the cafeteria.
#Person2#: I think you'll really like the food there. | #Person1# and #Person2# are famished. #Person2# suggests going to the cafeteria for lunch 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. |
#Person1#: I would like to buy a black suit.
#Person2#: Do you have any special brand in your mind?
#Person1#: No, I never wear suit in my everyday life. I just want one to take part in my sister ' s wedding ceremony.
#Person2#: I see. Have a look at this one. It ' s very cheap because it ' s not very durable.
#Person1#: but it looks good. Let me try it on.
#Person2#: Ok, the mirror is over there. | #Person1# wants to buy a suit to attend a wedding ceremony. #Person2# recommends one. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: There's a new girl in school, have you seen her yet?
#Person2#: I haven't seen her yet.
#Person1#: I think that she is very pretty.
#Person2#: Tell me how she looks.
#Person1#: She's kind of short.
#Person2#: What height is she?
#Person1#: She's probably about five feet.
#Person2#: That's nice, but tell me what she looks like.
#Person1#: The first thing I noticed was her beautiful brown eyes.
#Person2#: I think I might've bumped into her before.
#Person1#: Are you telling me that you've seen her before?
#Person2#: I believe so. | #Person1# tells #Person2# a new girl is about five feet and has beautiful brown eyes. #Person2# thinks #Person2# has seen her before. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I guess I'm just a little nervous. I'm giving everything I have to invoking, and...
#Person2#: and what if it doesn't work out, right?
#Person1#: Exactly.
#Person2#: You need to quit thinking like a loser. invoking is going to kick butt. You know how I know?
#Person1#: How?
#Person2#: Because I won't let it fail.
#Person1#: But what about tomorrow? What if Stars. com decides to go with WebTracker, and not us? | #Person1# is nervous about the decision of Stars.com while #Person2# asks #Person1# quit thinking like a loser. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Amelia, could you spare a few minutes?
#Person2#: sure. What do you need?
#Person1#: well, I wanted to let you know that I've put in my notice.
#Person2#: really? Why?
#Person1#: it's complicated. But basically it boils down to one thing. This company is downsizing and I can't continue working for a company that may let me go.
#Person2#: but surely they won't fire you! You're one of the most experienced managers here!
#Person1#: well, to be honest, there's another reason. I've got a better offer.
#Person2#: well that's great news! Congratulations! Where will you be located?
#Person1#: the head office is in New York, but I'll be dealing with overseas companies and flying to this side of the world from time to time.
#Person2#: it'll be sad to see you go, but it sounds like you're found yourself a great opportunity.
#Person1#: I have. I feel lucky. I look forward to dealing with overseas companies and at the same time having a chance to use English more.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to bring this up, but would it be possible for you to write me a letter of recommendation before you go?
#Person1#: of course I can. In fact, if there are other job opportunities at this new company, I'll recommend you personally.
#Person2#: thanks. I appreciate that. | #Person1# tells #Person2# their company is downsizing and #Person1# gets a better offer. #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s new post is a great opportunity. #Person2# wants #Person1# to write a letter of recommendation before #Person2# leaves. #Person2# agrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Merry Christmas, sweetie. How's your brother enjoying Taiwan?
#Person2#: Ryan says he wants to stay. I think he's in love with some girl who designs fruit platters. . .
#Person1#: No! Christmas without him is bad enough. So, honey, do you have cold feet yet?
#Person2#: Yeah, especially since Jack didn't take care of the plane reservations.
#Person1#: You're not coming?
#Person2#: Not until the 31st. So can you change the church reservations?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not. The church is booked until the year 2001.
#Person2#: Then where will we have the ceremony? At home?
#Person1#: We'll have to. We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Mom.
#Person1#: Don't worry, dear. I'm a great host. Now get some rest. Merry Christmas.
#Person2#: Merry Christmas, Mom. I love you.
#Person1#: I love you, too. And forgive Jack. He's doing his best.
#Person2#: I know. Goodnight. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Ryan wants to stay in Taiwan and #Person2# will not come until the 31st. They will have a ceremony at home because the church reservation cannot be changed. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Ah! No! Damn it!
#Person2#: It's a blackout. Now I can't see Seinfeld.
#Person1#: So what? I just lost one hour's worth of work.
#Person2#: Really? How could you do that? Don't you save every couple minutes?
#Person1#: No, I didn't save this time. Damn it! And I'm sick of writing this paper. Now I have to write it all over again too.
#Person2#: I've had that problem too many times. So I learned to save. When I'm writing something, I save every three sentences or so. I don't want to lose anything.
#Person1#: I hate computers. Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth.
#Person2#: What are we going to do now?
#Person1#: I don't know. I feel like going out.
#Person2#: I wonder how much of the city is down.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter. I still can go out and buy a beer.
#Person2#: Maybe. But if there's a blackout, probably the pubs are closed. And besides, I know you have a political science exam tomorrow. I thought you had a lot of reading to do.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true. Damn! I just lost half my paper, and now I can't even do my homework. This is a bad time for this to happen.
#Person2#: I have a flashlight in my closet. If you want to use that to read, you can.
#Person1#: Thanks. I think I will try. Where are you going?
#Person2#: I like your idea of getting a beer. I think I'll go out myself.
#Person1#: Maybe we can trade. Why don't you stay here and read for my exam, and I'll go drink beer?
#Person2#: No, it just won't work. If I read for your exam, you won't know the answers tomorrow. I will.
#Person1#: So? You can go to the class for me. Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam. Why not?
#Person2#: How many students are in the class?
#Person1#: About fourteen.
#Person2#: So it won't work, old buddy. They'll see that I'm not you. Sorry.
#Person1#: Damn! | #Person1# lost one hour's worth of work because of a blackout, so #Person1# has to write it all over again. #Person1# also has a political science exam tomorrow. #Person2# is going to get a beer. #Person1# wants #Person2# to read for #Person1#'s exam so that #Person2# can take the exam for #Person1#. #Person2# refuses because there are only fourteen people in the class. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm calling about you appointment. Mr. Smith has to cancel all his appointments because he's got something urgent to attend to.
#Person2#: When can I go to see him?
#Person1#: Anytime except today. Please give him a call before you come.
#Person2#: OK. | #Person1# tells #Person2# today's appointment with Mr. Smith is canceled. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are there many idioms in English?
#Person2#: There are hundreds and hundreds. English is particularly rich in idiomatic expressions.
#Person1#: Can you give us an example?
#Person2#: I'll look up the rate. To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof. It means to search for and find some information.
#Person1#: What about the expression Goodbye? Is that an idiom?
#Person2#: That is just a natural, grammatical English expression. It has a direct translation in other languages.
#Person1#: This is interesting, Ms. Parker. | Ms. Parker tells #Person1# there're many idioms in English and gives #Person1# an example and a counterexample. | Summarize the 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 hate working on Christmas Eve! Whoa! Get a load of this guy! Come in central, I think we'Ve got ourselves a situation here.
#Person2#: License and registration please. Have you been drinking tonight, sir?
#Person1#: I had one or two glasses of eggnog, but nothing else.
#Person2#: Step out of the vehicle, please. Sir, what do you have in the back?
#Person1#: Just a few Christmas gifts, 'tis the season, after all!
#Person2#: Don't take that tone with me. Do you have an invoice for these items?
#Person1#: Umm. . . no. . . I make these in my workshop in the North Pole!
#Person2#: You are under arrest, sir. You have the right to remain silent. You better not pout, you better not cry. Anything you say can and will be used against you. You have the right to an attorney. if you cannot afford one, the state will appoint one for you. do you understand the arrest to you?
#Person1#: You can't take me to jail! What about my sleigh? It's Christmas Eve! I have presents to deliver! Rudolph! Prancer! Dancer! Get help! | #Person1# asks #Person2# to show the license and registration on the Christmas Eve. #Person1# arrests #Person2# because #Person2# has been drinking tonight and has no invoice for the things in the back. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Isn't he the best instructor? I think * he's so hot. Wow! I really feel energized, don't you?
#Person2#: I swear, I'm going to kill you for this.
#Person1#: What's wrong? Didn't you think it was fun? !
#Person2#: Oh, yeah! I had a blast! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad. Sorry, I'm just not into this health kick.
#Person1#: Oh, no, get off it. It wasn't such a killer class. You just have to get into it. Like they say, no pain, no gain.
#Person2#: I am wiped out. Thank you.
#Person1#: Look, next time get yourself some comfy shoes. You're gonna come back again with me, aren't you?
#Person2#: Never! But thank you for inviting me.
#Person1#: Come on. You'll feel better after we hit the showers. | #Person1# and #Person2# attend a gym class. #Person1# feels energized because of the hot instructor, but #Person2# is not into the health kick and decides not to come back again. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hot in here, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yeah, really.
#Person1#: Is it Ok if I sit here?
#Person2#: Of course. Suit yourself.
#Person1#: Thanks. My name's Bill Peters, by the way.
#Person2#: Hi, I'm Susan Jackson.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you. And what do you do, Susan?
#Person2#: I'm a student at UCLA.
#Person1#: Oh, are you? And what are you studying?
#Person2#: Medicine.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to be a doctor one of these days. What about you?
#Person1#: I'm an engineer, I work for Boeing. Say, would you like a drink?
#Person2#: Sure. Thanks. | Bill and Susan introduce themselves to each other. Bill is an engineer and Susan is a student majoring in medicine. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Emily, are you getting rushed by a sorority?
#Person2#: More than one. I think the count is now three, if I remember correctly.
#Person1#: Wow. I'm getting rushed too, but just one. Are you thinking of joining any of them?
#Person2#: I don't know. I know there are advantages to joining, but I'm not much into group stuff.
#Person1#: The guys I've talked to say that the activities that go on in a frat house can be a little distracting depending on the group.
#Person2#: I think I'm going to decline. I just prefer to do my own thing.
#Person1#: Were your parents involved in that kind of thing at all when they went to school?
#Person2#: My dad was, but not my mom. | #Person1# asks Emily whether she will join a sorority. #Person1# hears that the activities may be a little distracting. Emily thinks she will decline. | Summarize the 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 help me to register for a class?
#Person2#: Do you know what class you want to take?
#Person1#: Are there any Psychology classes available?
#Person2#: I believe there are still two Psychology classes open.
#Person1#: On what days are the classes?
#Person2#: There is one class on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4.
#Person1#: Can you tell me about the other class?
#Person2#: It's from 10-12 on Monday and Wednesday.
#Person1#: You're positive that these are the only classes left?
#Person2#: These two are the only ones.
#Person1#: The class on Monday and Wednesday will be fine.
#Person2#: Very good. | #Person2# helps #Person1# register for a Psychology class. #Person1# chooses the class on Monday and Wednesday. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Anna. I haven't seen you for ages. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I'Ve been away on holidays for sometime.
#Person1#: No wonder I haven't seen you recently. Where did you spend your holidays?
#Person2#: I went with my husband. Our first stop was Bangkok. We stayed there for 5 days. Then we flew to Hong Kong, stopover for 3 days. Our last stop was China. We visited the Great Wall.
#Person1#: You must have a wonderful time.
#Person2#: Yes. We enjoyed ourselves very much. Have you traveled much, Luke?
#Person1#: No, my wife doesn't like traveling. We haven't been traveling for more than ten years. The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married. We spent our honeymoon in the Alps. | Anna tells Luke she has been away on holiday with her husband for some time. Luke hasn't traveled much because his wife doesn't like traveling. | Summarize the 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 happened to your brother?
#Person2#: It seems that he has gone ape over the girl.
#Person1#: Your parents must be worrying about him.
#Person2#: Yes, he's been like this for two weeks. We don't know what to do.
#Person1#: Have you talked to him?
#Person2#: Yeah. But he just didn't listen. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s brother may go ape over a girl. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you have any particular conditions that you would like our firm to take into consideration?
#Person2#: Yes. My house is far away from here. May I ask for an apartment?
#Person1#: No problem. We can offer you a flat with two bedrooms and a living room.
#Person2#: That's great. If you don't mind my asking, does your company give bonuses?
#Person1#: You'll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements. Besides, we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales.
#Person2#: Oh, just one more thing, could you give me some idea about holidays?
#Person1#: You can have Saturdays and Sundays off. In addition, you may have a paid month vacation every year. But when it is necessary, we do expect you to work overtime. Does it suit you?
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: If you are satisfied with the conditions here, please sign this contract and give it to me.
#Person2#: OK. | Before signing the contract, #Person2# asks for an apartment because #Person2#'s house is far away from the company. #Person2# also asks #Person1# about bonuses and holidays. | Summarize the 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 have a variety of trousers. Which one do you like best?
#Person2#: I want to buy one to match my shirt. Can you give me some advice?
#Person1#: What about this one?
#Person2#: Yes, they seem to be my size and go with my shirt quite well. I will take it. | #Person1# assists #Person2# in buying trousers to match #Person2#'s shirt. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tom? Oh, it's been a while since we've talked to each other. Nice to hear you again.
#Person2#: Same here. Hey, did you know Susan is going to get married. She invited me to her wedding and she wants you to attend also.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Definitely. I'm calling to tell you this.
#Person1#: Why didn't she call me?
#Person2#: She tried, but the line is always busy.
#Person1#: Well, I may have stayed on the phone too long. Can you give me her number? I'll call her later.
#Person2#: Of course. It's 555-4653.
#Person1#: Thanks. So how are things with you?
#Person2#: Pretty good. I've just bought a new house.
#Person1#: Wow! Great! Where?
#Person2#: In the suburb. How are you and Carol? Still living in town?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's really convenient. The theater and Shopping Mall are within walking distance. Well, I got to go. I'll get in touch with you soon.
#Person2#: Okay. Don't forget to call Susan.
#Person1#: Don't worry. Bye. | Tom tells #Person1# Susan is going to get married and wants to invite #Person1# but #Person1#'s line is always busy. #Person1# will call back to Susan. Tom and #Person1# also share their recent status. | Summarize 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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