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#Person1#: When could we meet to discuss the project?
#Person2#: I will be available on Monday or Tuesday. Choose which day is best for you.
#Person1#: I prefer Monday.
#Person2#: Good. Can you come in the morning or would afternoon be best?
#Person1#: Either one is OK.
#Person2#: Great! When I check with the others, I will send you an exact time. When you come, be prepared to do your presentation.
#Person1#: I will be prepared to do my presentation.
#Person2#: Who would you like to see there? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee?
#Person1#: Everyone needs to be there.
#Person2#: That will probably be best. Do you need help with directions?
#Person1#: I think I know where it is. Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure.
#Person2#: OK. We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow. Have a good day! | #Person1# and #Person2# schedules their project discussion. #Person2# asks #Person1# to prepare the presentation and will email #Person1# all the information #Person1# needs. | Summarize the 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 some Chinese-style cakes. Could you recommend me some?
#Person1#: Certainly. What about moon cake? It's typical Chinese food.
#Person2#: Moon cakes? What is that?
#Person1#: The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon. That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony.
#Person2#: Sounds very interesting. I'll buy some to family people.
#Person1#: All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles, Cantonese style and Suzhou style.
#Person2#: What's the difference between these two styles?
#Person1#: The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts.
#Person2#: Get me some of each.
#Person1#: OK, here you are. | #Person2# wants to buy some Chinese-style cakes. #Person1# recommends moon cakes and tells #Person2# the differences between Cantonese style and Suzhou style. #Person2# buys some of each. | Summarize the 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 website offers very convenient air tickets booking service. It is quick and accurate.
#Person2#: Yes, I once booked there. They give the immediate confirm information and flight information to both your mobile phone and e-mail. You can conveniently pay by credit card, so the whole transaction only takes a couple of minutes. They also provide e-tickets, meaning you don't need to go to any office to pick an air ticket. You go to the airport directly and check in with your ID card.
#Person1#: So it has attracted more and more customers these days.
#Person2#: Yes, therefore they are expanding the scope of their service. For example, hotels can be booked through the same site as well. | #Person1# and #Person2# think the air tickets booking service on a website is quick, accurate, and immediate. The website, therefore, attracts more customers. | Summarize the 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 finished washing clothes?
#Person2#: I've finished my white clothes. I need to wash the rest.
#Person1#: Well, when you do your darks, can you wash some of mine too?
#Person2#: I can do that. Is there a special way you want them washed?
#Person1#: They need to be washed on the gentle cycle.
#Person2#: Do you have a lot of clothes that need to be washed?
#Person1#: There aren't many clothes, is your load big?
#Person2#: My load isn't that big.
#Person1#: If it's a problem, you don't have to do it for me.
#Person2#: I can do this for you. Don't worry.
#Person1#: I greatly appreciate this.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to wash #Person1#'s clothes on the gentle cycle. #Person2# is willing to help. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. When is the next train to New York City?
#Person1#: Let me see. . . the train to New York City. . . here it is. . . daily except Sunday at 10 thirty, 12 twenty and 15 ten.
#Person2#: Aren't there any trains before 10 thirty?
#Person1#: Sorry, not before 10 thirty.
#Person2#: Then one to New York at 10 thirty.
#Person1#: One way or round trip?
#Person2#: One way.
#Person1#: A soft seat or hard one?
#Person2#: How much is a soft?
#Person1#: $ 15. And for a hard one, only $ 6.
#Person2#: Then one hard seat, please.
#Person1#: OK. Here is your change. The train leaves on platform 8. | #Person1# helps #Person2# buy a hard seat one-way train ticket to New York City. The train leaves at 10 thirty. | Summarize the 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 am I supposed to do with this plastic cup?
#Person2#: That cup is for a urine sample.
#Person1#: How, exactly, does this work?
#Person2#: This particular test calls for you to urinate into the cup after you have urinated a little into the toilet.
#Person1#: When I finish, what should I do then?
#Person2#: You need to leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom, and the lab tech will get it from the other side.
#Person1#: What is my doctor testing me for?
#Person2#: If there are bacteria in your urine, it could mean an infection somewhere.
#Person1#: Will I know the results right away?
#Person2#: Your doctor will be contacting you with the results. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to use a plastic cup for a urine sample. The doctor will contact #Person1# with the test results. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, I'm Daniel. I'm applying for the positon of manager.
#Person2#: Yes. Sit down, please. How did you learn about our company?
#Person1#: I got to know your company through such famous brands as LUX, LIPTON and WALLS. After making a customer survey, I was glad to find out how your products are appreciated by millions of Chinese.
#Person2#: Why would you like to work with us?
#Person1#: It's the job I'm interested in. And your company is the best-known. Although I don't have much experience as a manager, the job description you sent to me was very interesting. It's a job I'Ve been dreaming of and I feel suited to fill it.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Would you transfer to another company if it is not what you expected?
#Person1#: I don't think so. As the saying goes, ' A great oak needs deep roots. ' I'm really interested in this job.
#Person2#: That's fine. Thanks for coming to see us. I hope to be able to let you know about the job within the week. | Daniel wants to apply for the position of manager. #Person2# asks him some questions. He tells #Person2# he chooses the company because he's interested in the job and the company is the best-known. | Summarize the 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 are on our way. I think our first stop is Buckingham Palace.
#Person2#: That's right. I can already see the Palace Garden on the left.
#Person1#: And here is Buckingham Palace! Look, isn't it beautiful? It is much bigger than I imagined.
#Person2#: The bus is turning right to Buckingham Gate. And now we are joining Victoria Street.
#Person1#: Yes we are going towards Westminster Abbey. I can see it now! Look to your right.
#Person2#: I can see it. The bus is stopping. I think we will be able to go inside.
#Person1#: This is amazing. I'm glad we decided to take this bus tour. So where next?
#Person2#: I guess we should see Big Ben soon.
#Person1#: Yes. It is just round the corner. Oh, can you see the London Eye? Look straight and to your right.
#Person2#: Look at this bridge. We will soon be crossing the Thames.
#Person1#: This is Lambeth Bridge. We will then loop back and cross the river again on Westminster Bridge.
#Person2#: Wonderful. | #Person1# and #Person2# are taking a bus tour. They see Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, London Eye, and Lambeth Bridge. They think the tour is wonderful. | Summarize the 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 you're back from London, Nancy.
#Person2#: Yes, I had a special dinner there.
#Person1#: Oh? How special? Can you tell me about it?
#Person2#: OK. We had dinner with my old friend Smith. He is an officer in London. When we arrived at the dining hall, all the lights went out. At that time I was a little angry. But then a waiter gave us an explanation, and we laughed.
#Person1#: Why did the lights go out?
#Person2#: Because it's a restaurant for the blind. | Nancy tells #Person1# she had a special dinner in a restaurant for the blind in London. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: So, Susan, do you have anything planned for this Saturday?
#Person2#: Uh, I'm kind of busy. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Oh, I was wondering if you'd like to get together and do something, like catch a movie or take a walk down by the lake.
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I'm really going to be busy all day on Saturday.
#Person1#: What do you have going on that day?
#Person2#: First, my mom asked me to help clean the house in the morning, and then I have a dentist appointment at 12:30. I can't miss that 'cause I've canceled twice before.
#Person1#: Well, what about after that?
#Person2#: Well, I'm going to be running around all day. After the dentist appointment, I need to meet Julie at 2:00 to help her with her science project that's due on Monday morning at school.
#Person1#: Okay, but are you free after that?
#Person2#: Hardly. then I have to pick up my brother from soccer practice at 4:30, and my mom asked me to cook dinner for the family at 5:30. I feel like a slave sometimes. Then, I have to clean the dishes and finish reading my history assignment. Who knows how long THAT'll take.
#Person1#: Wow, sounds like you're going to have a full day. Hey listen, why don't I come over later in the evening, and we can make some popcorn and watch a movie.
#Person2#: Oh, that'd be great, but our video machine is broken.
#Person1#: Huh. Well, let's just play a game or something.
#Person2#: Sounds good, but give me a call before you come. My mom might try to come up with something else for me to do. | #Person1# proposes to catch a movie or take a walk on Saturday. However, Susan will be busy because she has to clean the house, go to see a dentist, help Julia with her science project, and pick up her brother. #Person1# wants to play a game or something in the evening. Susan 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#: If the weather is this hot tomorrow, we may as well give up the idea of playing tennis in the afternoon.
#Person2#: Oh, I don't think it'll last long. The weather forecast says it will cloud over by mid-afternoon | #Person1# thinks the weather is too hot. #Person2# thinks won't last long. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What would you do if you were in my place?
#Person2#: If Paul were my son, I'd just not worry. Now that his teacher is giving him extra help and he's working hard himself, he's sure to do well in the next exam. | If #Person2# were #Person1#, #Person2# wouldn't worry about Paul. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Your father and Sally have gone to get the car. Let's wait for them here on the bench.
#Person2#: It's nice to sit down. We've been walking for hours.
#Person1#: Did you like the White House?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I thought it was beautiful. I wanted to stay longer.
#Person1#: I did, too. But we've got a lot of things to see.
#Person2#: The line wasn't long this morning, was it?
#Person1#: No, it wasn't. We were lucky.
#Person2#: I wonder if the president and his family use the rooms we saw. They look more like a museum than somebody's house.
#Person1#: Yes. They are the public rooms. The President's family lives upstairs.
#Person2#: What do they use the public rooms for?
#Person1#: For important affairs. The President usually entertains members of the government and visitors from other countries.
#Person2#: I hope I could get a reception at the White House some time.
#Person1#: Well, if you do something important when you grow up, maybe you will. Who knows? | #Person1# and #Person2# visited the White House. They think it looks more like a museum than somebody's house. #Person1# tells #Person2# the president uses the public rooms for important affairs. #Person2# wants to get reception here. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Of course! Of course! Here you are. Thank you so much.
#Person2#: Are you looking for anything else?
#Person1#: Um, let me see. Hmm. This antique tea set here is gorgeous.
#Person2#: That was a thirtieth birthday present. You can have it if you want.
#Person1#: Really? No, no, I couldn't! You're too nice!
#Person2#: And these old Dutch candle holders would go nicely with the tea set. Have them.
#Person1#: Gee! I don't know what to say! Thanks so much. | #Person2# gives #Person1# a tea set and some old Dutch candle holders. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Guess what? I've got great news!
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: Well, you know how I've been working at the Economist as a proof-reader, right?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Well, the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another maganize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assiatant editor for him.
#Person2#: Really? That's fantastic! Will you get a chance to do any writing?
#Person1#: She said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back.
#Person2#: Wow! That's really great news. How often does the magazine come out?
#Person1#: It's a monthly magazine, but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly.
#Person2#: Are you looking forward to doing more editing work?
#Person1#: Yes, but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again!
#Person2#: Do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine?
#Person1#: I don't have any with me, but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you.
#Person2#: I'm really looking forward to reading your column.
#Person1#: Me, too. Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news?
#Person2#: Sure, where would you like to go?
#Person1#: Perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# gets a chance to be an assistant editor for the editor-in-chief of the Economist. #Person1# will be in charge of a column during the columnist's pregnancy leave. They plan to go to the library festival together to celebrate the good news. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mr. Brown, are your children always kicking up a row like this? I cannot concentrate on my paper.
#Person2#: Sorry, Mr. Black. I'm trying to make them quiet.
#Person1#: I'm afraid if the noise goes on, I shall have no alternative but to leave.
#Person2#: Sorry, sir. Believe me, everything will be all right. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# because #Person2#'s children kick up a row. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Have you ever been to Japan? I'm going in the fall.
#Person2#: Yeah, I've been there twice.
#Person1#: Really? Tell me about it. What's it like?
#Person2#: Oh, it's fantastic.
#Person1#: Where did you go?
#Person2#: On my first trip I went to Tokyo, and on my second trip I visited Kyoto.
#Person1#: What did you think of Tokyo?
#Person2#: Very big and exciting, but very crowded, too.
#Person1#: Yeah. I've seen pictures of the crowds!
#Person2#: And the restaurant are excellent . . . but they're kind of expensive.
#Person1#: And how about Kyoto?
#Person2#: Kyoto is lovely. It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens. It's a very historic city.
#Person1#: How was the weather?
#Person2#: I was in Tokyo in August, and it was really hot and humid. I went to Kyoto in October. It was hot and sunny, but there was no humidity.
#Person1#: Sounds perfect. I can't wait! | #Person1# asks #Person2# about Japan. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went to Japan twice. #Person2# introduces Tokyo and Kyoto and the weather there. #Person1# can't wait to visit Japan. | Summarize the 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.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Yeah. Some people like traveling, some don't. My husband didn't like traveling at first, either. He said what's the use of traveling? A waste of money and a waste of time. At last I got him on the move. After all, he loved me. We went to Bali, Indonesia, one of the most beautiful places in the world. That trip left a very deep impression on him. Since then whenever we have holidays and money, we'd like to patronize the travel agency. Isn't it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life? | Anna tells Luke she spent holidays in Bangkok, Hong Kong, and China mainland and had a wonderful time. Luke says his wife doesn't like traveling. Anna says her husband also doesn't like it at first, but their trip to Indonesia left a very deep impression on him. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Have you ever thought about Tom's attitude?
#Person2#: I've cut it upand come to the conclusion that hi is actually sick of Jenny's brother. But he likes Jenny. She is a big apple in his eye.
#Person1#: Love me, love my dog. He's a sensible kind man.
#Person2#: That's why many people look up to him. | #Person1# thinks Tom is a sensitive kind man regarding Tom's attitude. #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#: The idea about Friday the Thirteenth is totally ridiculous. I don't believe it at all.
#Person2#: Maybe you can't be so sure.
#Person1#: Why not? The whole idea is superstitious. But some people use this occasion to create trouble. Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth.
#Person2#: I know that. But that has nothing to do with being unlucky. Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people. | #Person1# thinks Friday the Thirteen is superstitious but some people this occasion to create trouble. #Person2# disagrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Daisy!
#Person2#: Hi Simon. Nice to meet you again
#Person1#: I hope you are Settling in at school!
#Person2#: I am! I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses.
#Person1#: Good! Me too! By the way. you didn't tell me what you are studying here.
#Person2#: Didn't I? I'm doing business studies.
#Person1#: Really? That's great. You hope to join a company after graduating?
#Person2#: Maybe. My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born. We are living in Toronto. Isuppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate. It's too soon to say really.
#Person1#: What about your friend Zoe
#Person2#: She's from Australia. She lives in Sydney. Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy.
#Person1#: Accountancy? Really? She must be very good at figures.
#Person2#: I guess so. What about you, Simon?
#Person1#: I'm studying law.
#Person2#: Great! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer.
#Person1#: Sure, welcome anytime | Daisy tells Simon she's doing business studies and may get a job in Toronto after graduation. They also talk about Zoe who is now studying accountancy. Simon tells Daisy he's studying law. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What can I do for you, Miss Dickinson?
#Person2#: Yes, doctor. I'm afraid I've caught a cold.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. When did you first start to feel ill?
#Person2#: Well, yesterday I was wearing a silk skirt, even though it was quite cold outside. And then this morning when I got up, I didn't feel well. Now my head is really heavy. And I've been coughing a lot.
#Person1#: Emm, did the nurse take your temperature when you came in?
#Person2#: Yes, she did. It was 36. 2 degrees.
#Person1#: Uh, yes, I see that here in your chart. Well, Miss Dickinson, the good news is that you don't have a fever. Let me just check your lungs.
#Person2#: Is it serious, doctor?
#Person1#: Don't worry, it's just a normal cold. I don't think you need to take any medicine. Just stay at home for a day. Drink some water, stay warm and you will feel better soon.
#Person2#: OK, doctor. Thank you.
#Person1#: Take care and have a good day, Miss Dickinson. | Miss Dickinson comes to see a doctor because she thinks she caught a cold. #Person1# tells her she doesn't have a fever and just needs to stay at home and drink some water. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Is this table on the corner OK?
#Person2#: Sure, we can sit here.
#Person1#: Gee, you've hardly got anything on your plate.
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess I'm just not that hungry.
#Person1#: What's the matter? Aren't you feeling well?
#Person2#: Well, I've been really worried. It's my car. It's in the shop again.
#Person1#: Really? What's wrong this time?
#Person2#: I don't know exactly. Something's wrong with the brakes I think.
#Person1#: Well, at least that shouldn't cost you much to fix. Parts are cheaper for all American cars like yours. Did the mechanic say how much it would cost?
#Person2#: He said he would call me later today about the cost.
#Person1#: Watch out, he doesn't try to take advantage of you.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, some car mechanics, if they think that someone doesn't know much about cars, they might try to over charge that person.
#Person2#: Maybe so, but I trust this man. He has done some work for me in the past and his prices seemed to be fair.
#Person1#: Oh. That's good to know. Maybe I'll try using him in the future. By the way, do you need a ride home after class today? | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is worried about #Person2#'s car which is in the shop. #Person1# asks #Person2# to watch out because some mechanics may overcharge people who don't know much about cars. | Summarize the 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 policy on returns?
#Person2#: If you bring them back with your receipt within 7 days, you'll get all your money back. If it is over 7 days, you'll get back 80% of what you paid. Also, if you want to change the pants, just bring them in and will do them for free.
#Person1#: Sounds good.
#Person2#: That will be $70 please. How would you like to pay for it? Cash, check or card?
#Person1#: By card, here you are.
#Person2#: Ok, sir, here you are, thank you very much.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the policy on returns. #Person1# thinks it's good and pays for the pants by card. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to take a one day sightseeing tour around town and I particularly want to visit the British Museum and the Tower of London. Do you have any tours that include both of them?
#Person1#: Yes, this one does. You visit the tower and Westminster Abbey in the morning. Right after lunch, the tour takes a stop at Saint Pauls. Then the rest of the afternoon is spent at the museum.
#Person2#: How long does the tour take?
#Person1#: About 7 hours. Where are you staying, by the way?
#Person2#: At the Hyde Park Hotel.
#Person1#: Let's see. The bus stops there at 9:50. You should be back by 5:30 in the afternoon.
#Person2#: What is the cost of the tour?
#Person1#: It's 30 pounds including lunch.
#Person2#: Are there any Chinese speaking guides? My friend here can understand only a little English.
#Person1#: No problem. Besides English speaking guides, we also have Chinese speaking guides and French speaking guides. | #Person2# wants to take a one-day sightseeing tour that includes the British Museum and the Tower of London. #Person1# recommends a tour. #Person2# also requests a Chinese speaking guide. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Oh, I'm terribly sorry, sir. I didn't see you stop.
#Person2#: Well, that was probably because you were talking on your mobile phone.
#Person1#: Sir, I don't know what you're talking about. I was just looking out the window.
#Person2#: Young lady, I saw you in my mirror. You had the phone up to your ear the whole time.
#Person1#: No, I was just doing my hair.
#Person2#: Listen, I'm not stupid, OK? When the police get here, they're going to check your phone and see that you made a call at the time of the accident. You're in big trouble.
#Person1#: No. Please don't call them. My father will kill me. Look, here's my insurance card. They'll pay for the damage to your car.
#Person2#: They are already on their way. Next time, maybe you'll think twice about answering a call when you're on the road. | #Person1# and #Person2# caused an accident. #Person2# thinks #Person1# was answering a call at the time of the accident. #Person1# doesn't admit but doesn't want #Person2# to call the police. However, #Person2# has already called. | Summarize the 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, young man. What's your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is Zhang Ming. I'm 12 years old now. Can you introduce your doctors?
#Person1#: We doctors in this hospital fly to different poor places. People with eye problems can come to us. We give medicine to the poor or do operations on them free.
#Person2#: I started to have problems with my eyes when I was 7. Now I can't see things clearly. Can you help me?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. We'll try our best.
#Person2#: My parents don't have enough money for the medicine or the operation.
#Person1#: Don't worry. We get donations from all over the world. You don't have to pay. | #Person1# tells Zhang Ming the doctors in this hospital help the poor with their eye problems for free and will try their best to treat Zhang Ming. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Jack, are you doing anything on Friday night?
#Person2#: Hmm, Friday night?
#Person1#: Yes, the day after tomorrow.
#Person2#: Let me think. Well, I have an appointment with Professor Smith in the morning. And I will attend a lecture in the afternoon. And, oh, yes, my brother just called to say he would fly here that night. I told him I would pick him up.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad.
#Person2#: What's the matter?
#Person1#: Well, it's my birthday. I'm having dinner with Joyce and I thought I'd invite more friends and make it a party.
#Person2#: See, I'm really sorry, but I won't be able to make it.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, too. But that's OK. | #Person1# wants to invite Jack to attend #Person1#'s birthday party on Friday night, but Jack will be busy and cannot make 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#: Amelia, what in particular do you have to do as a wedding planner?
#Person2#: I make most of the big decisions with the exception of more personal ones, such as what the bride will wear or who will be invited. I also booked the venue and the photographer.
#Person1#: So, do people ask you to organize their weddings to save money?
#Person2#: Well, I reduce some of the costs. But they have to pay my fee, so it works out about the same. In most cases, they are simply too busy to do it without assistance.
#Person1#: Tell me, what made you want to become a wedding planner?
#Person2#: In my case, it was after I'd been doing some voluntary work for a non-profit organization. Others come into wedding planning through different routes, such as restaurant management or providing meals for open air events.
#Person1#: So how could someone find work in this type of business?
#Person2#: Well, some companies offer courses, or you can provide written references from past clients. But in my case, people were impressed by shot of beautiful weddings planned and run by me.
#Person1#: Thank you, Amelia. | As a wedding planner, Amelia makes most of the big decisions and reduces some costs for a wedding ceremony. She tells #Person1# she became a wedding planner because of some voluntary work for a non-profit organization. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Our factory locates at a village in the east of the city. The area of it is 3, 600 square meters.
#Person2#: We'd like to visit the factory. Can you show me the way?
#Person1#: That's OK! We'll take you to have a tour. Please follow me.
#Person2#: How many shifts are there in your factory?
#Person1#: There are two shifts now in total.
#Person2#: What about your company's QC management?
#Person1#: We established the strict QC standards and we have followed it for about five years with good results.
#Person2#: Where are the workers from? From the villages nearby?
#Person1#: Most of them live in the city. We provide free commuter buses for the workers. Besides, we built the dormitory building for the workers on night shift.
#Person2#: It sounds nice. We can't wait to visiting the factory. | #Person1# takes #Person2# to have a tour of the factory and introduces it to #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: It's quiet everywhere in winter.
#Person2#: Yes. I like winter.
#Person1#: Me too.
#Person2#: It's snowing heavily. What about taking a walk?
#Person1#: That's a good idea. Let's go!
#Person2#: What a heavy snow! Look! The water is frozen.
#Person1#: Take care! Don't slip on the ground.
#Person2#: I've got it. I like the feeling of stepping on the ice.
#Person1#: Yes. Very wonderful.
#Person2#: There is a snowman over there.
#Person1#: How lovely it is! | #Person1# and #Person2# take a walk on a snowy day. They enjoy the scenery. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Which type of telephone bill would you like to pay today?
#Person2#: My home phone, the landline. I don't have a mobile phone, far too complicated for an old lady like me! Do you need my Bank Book?
#Person1#: I'll need your Bank Card, please. Your Bank Book is required for over the counter services ; with the ATM you just need to have your card.
#Person2#: Let's get started. First, select the service you require. That's household bill payment for you. Then we select the type of bill, so that's landline. . . here you go. Your bill for this month comes to 87. 42 RIB. The money will come out of your account and go straight to the phone company.
#Person1#: Well, that is easy! It sure beats waiting in line for ages waiting to deal with a real person! | #Person1# helps an old lady to pay for her landline bill on the ATM. The old lady finds it convenient. | Summarize the 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 mosquitos are biting me!
#Person2#: Me, too, I can't stop scratching. They are everywhere! Sneaky little jerks.
#Person1#: Do you have any bug spray?
#Person2#: No, I forgot to buy some.
#Person1#: Then we'll have to put up with it.
#Person2#: We can cover ourselves with beer! That way if they bite us, they'll get drunk and fall asleep.
#Person1#: That's without a doubt, the best idea you'Ve had! Let's do it!
#Person2#: Run! They are thirsty for more! | #Person1# and #Person2# don't have bug spray so they cover themselves with beer to prevent mosquitos' biting instead. It doesn't work. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Oh, my God! I've been cheated!
#Person2#: What? What did you buy?
#Person1#: It's a brick! I can't believe how stupid I was. Damn it!
#Person2#: What is it? Why did you buy a brick?
#Person1#: There was a guy on the sidewalk. He had three new boxes, Panasonic video camera boxes. He said he had to get rid of them quick.
#Person2#: And?
#Person1#: So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars. A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks.
#Person2#: And it's a brick?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: I can't believe how stupid you are. Why didn't you open the box?
#Person1#: I wanted to. But he said, no, the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store. If it's opened, other people won't believe it's new.
#Person2#: So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic.
#Person1#: Yes, it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products. Look, it even had a bar-code price sticker on it! It looked brand new.
#Person2#: But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars?
#Person1#: He said he had to get rid of them. They were stolen.
#Person2#: Aha! Now I understand. You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk. So, what I think is, you deserve to get cheated!
#Person1#: C'mon, don't blame me! I thought it was a new camera. We could use it. We were even thinking about buying a camera. I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box.
#Person2#: That's no problem. He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap. That's easy. And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from. Maybe his friend works in an electronics store. They sell video cameras there. Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around. So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you. Twenty dollars a brick. That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks.
#Person1#: You're right, Sarah. I was a fool. I can't believe it. How could I fall for such a trick? | #Person1# was trying to buy stolen goods at a low price on the sidewalk but got cheated. #Person2# analyzes the trick. #Person1# admits to being a fool. | Summarize the 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, madam. I'd like to apply for a library card. Can you help me?
#Person2#: Yes. Please give me your ID card, a photo.
#Person1#: OK. Here you are.
#Person2#: Then you have to give me 15 dollars for the deposit. The library card is free.
#Person1#: OK. Here is the money. And If I return the card, can I get the refund?
#Person2#: Of course, as long as the card is well kept.
#Person1#: OK. I see. Thank you.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person1# applies for a library card and pays the deposit. #Person2# tells #Person1# refund is available as long as the card is well kept. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you know that working overtime in some companies is a regular thing?
#Person2#: How regular?
#Person1#: An average ten hours or more a day according to a survey, the worst thing is that the employees get no pay for that.
#Person2#: You are kidding me? It is against the labor law. They should be aware of their rights.
#Person1#: But these people say nothing about that. They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days.
#Person2#: That's not right, somebody should do something. | #Person1# tells #Person2# working overtime with no pay is normal in some firms, #Person2# thinks it's not right. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Will you be checking in any baggage today?
#Person2#: Yes, I have two large suitcases and one box.
#Person1#: If you need baggage tags, they are found in the box on your right.
#Person2#: No, thank you. They are already tagged with my name and address.
#Person1#: You are allowed an additional two carry-on items.
#Person2#: Good, I have my backpack and my camera tripod.
#Person1#: I see. All carry-on items must be able to fit under the seat or in the overhead bin.
#Person2#: Both my items will fit under the seat or in the overhead bin.
#Person1#: You will need to send the tripod as luggage because it is too long to fit in our gauge box for carry-on items.
#Person2#: I cannot let anything happen to that tripod. Can you guarantee it will not be damaged if I check it in?
#Person1#: No, I can't. Perhaps your stewardess will help you to find a place to store it.
#Person2#: Good idea. I will ask the stewardess to help me store my tripod. | #Person2# is checking in. One of #Person2#'s carry-on items, a tripod, will be stored by #Person2#'s stewardess because it does not fit under the seat or the overhead bin. | Summarize the 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. Your ticket and passport, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Do you have any baggage to check in?
#Person2#: Yes, one box.
#Person1#: Would you please put it on the scale?
#Person2#: OK. By the way, can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed?
#Person1#: The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket. What class are you travelling?
#Person2#: First-class.
#Person1#: For a first-class passenger, the free baggage allowance is forty kilos.
#Person2#: How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane?
#Person1#: Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane.
#Person2#: If my baggage exceeds the allowance, what should I do?
#Person1#: If the checked baggage is over the allowance, we will charge you for the overweight.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you very much for your information.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Your boarding pass and baggage check, please.
#Person2#: Goodbye! | #Person2# is checking in and #Person1# tells #Person2# about the baggage and carry-on allowance of a first-class passenger and says passengers will be charged for any overweights. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: I wish to buy a diamond ring.
#Person1#: How many carats would you like it to be?
#Person2#: I want five carats.
#Person1#: Is this one suitable for you?
#Person2#: No, it seems too old-fashioned to my fiancee.
#Person1#: What about this?
#Person2#: It seems too small for me, haven't you got any larger ones?
#Person1#: Then you can buy this one. It's very nice and latest in style.
#Person2#: Oh, this one is perfect. | #Person2# wants to buy a fashionable diamond ring for his fiancee. #Person1# gives him recommendations. | Summarize the 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 the dress you wanted it to be made.
#Person2#: Oh, dear!
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: It's not what I asked for.
#Person1#: What's wrong with it?
#Person2#: It's not the right material. Or the right color. I can't possibly accept it.
#Person1#: This is a pity! | The dress #Person1# offers is not what #Person2# wants. | Summarize the 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 looking for an old music box.
#Person2#: Any particular decade?
#Person1#: Something made in the'20s would be nice.
#Person2#: We had seven, but we sold one this morning.
#Person1#: Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes?
#Person2#: You're in luck. Two of them have dancing figures.
#Person1#: Oh, these are great. I think I'll take this one.
#Person2#: Yes, that one is very nice.
#Person1#: Now, does this come with a warranty?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but you just have to take your chances.
#Person1#: That doesn't surprise me.
#Person2#: Even if it doesn't work, it's a beautiful collectible. | #Person1# is looking for an old music box with dancing figures. #Person1# is not surprised that there's no warranty. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What do you expect to be doing five years from now? What are your medium-term career goals?
#Person2#: I would like to be in a managerial role, ideally working do6ely with external clients. I have worked in client-facing roles for more than two years and I enjoy the challenge of keeping the customer satisfied. I think Ifs something I'm good at. Finally, I'd like to be on the right career path towards eventually becoming a senior manger within the company. I'm very aware that these are ambitious goals, however I fell through hard work and dedication they achievable. | #Person2# wants a managerial role for a medium-term career goal and wants to become a senior manager eventually. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. . .
#Person2#: Yes, sir. How may I be of service?
#Person1#: I would like to return this item. . . Are refunds allowed?
#Person2#: Certainly. The customer is always right, we are here to serve you. Is there a reason that you would like to return it? Did you have problems with our product or services?
#Person1#: No, no. . . It was just the wrong size.
#Person2#: Would you be interested in an exchange as opposed to a refund? I think I can help you to find the appropriate size.
#Person1#: No. I would rather just return it.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. Do you happen to have the receipt?
#Person1#: Yeah, right here.
#Person2#: Ok, just a moment, please. Here you are, I need you to sign here, please. And here is your refund. Is there anything else I can help you with?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Have a nice day! | #Person1# wants to return a product rather than exchanging it. #Person2# helps with the process and refunds #Person1#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'd like to rent a car.
#Person2#: May I see your driver's license, please?
#Person1#: Here is my international driver's license. What kinds of cars do you have?
#Person2#: We have Honda, Citroen and Toyota. Which make and model do you prefer?
#Person1#: I'll take the Citroen C2. What is the rate for the car per day?
#Person2#: The price is 60 euro per day. Do you want insurance?
#Person1#: Full coverage, please.
#Person2#: That's an extra 10 euro a day.
#Person1#: Do I have to fill up when I check in?
#Person2#: Yes. | #Person2# helps #Person1# rent the Citroen C2 with full coverage insurance and confirms that #Person1# needs to fill up when checking 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#: You've got a beautiful singing voice!
#Person2#: It's this high-tech equipment that doctors my voice a little. Actually, i am tone-deaf.
#Person1#: Come on, You hit the high notes perfectly!
#Person2#: Well, the echo and the stereo system helped a lot. And i know that song very well, so, i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well.
#Person1#: You're too modest. Pass me the catalogue! I'd like to see which song to choose. Wow, this place has a large selection of songs. I dont know which to choose!
#Person2#: Pick the one that you always sing in the shower.
#Person1#: Funny. Oh, i like this song. It's by one of my favorite singers.
#Person2#: Read me the index number!
#Person1#: 1021. It's a duet! Come on, Pick the mic and sing along!
#Person2#: No. I need a rest! | #Person1# praises #Person2# for #Person2#'s beautiful singing voice. #Person2# asks #Person1# to choose a song to sing. #Person1# wants to sing with #Person2# but #Person2# wants a rest. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Body language in the interview is closely related to the job-hunter's image.
#Person2#: Surely it is.
#Person1#: You should look the interviewer in the eye so as to show that you are carefully listening to him.
#Person2#: You can nod or ask questions at the right time to show that you have already understood or you are quite interested in his words.
#Person1#: When you are seated, bent forward a little with your hands crossed, to show you respect the interviewer.
#Person2#: Don't move from time to time. It is very impolite and will make you nervous.
#Person1#: Proper posture can show your confidence.
#Person2#: The best would be you have a smile on your face in the interview to win a good impression of the interviewer.
#Person1#: Pay attention to keeping eye contact as well.
#Person2#: Throughout the interview you should maintain patience.
#Person1#: In a word, you should keep decent manners in the interview.
#Person2#: Only in this way can you leave the interviewer a good impression and achieve success. | #Person1# and #Person2# think that keeping decent manners is the key to leave the interviewer a good impression and achieve success during an interview. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Please pull your vehicle over to the side of the road. Please roll down your window.
#Person2#: What's the matter, sir?
#Person1#: Have you been drinking?
#Person2#: No, I haven't, sir.
#Person1#: Really? But I can smell alcohol on your breath. Blow to the breathalyzer, please.
#Person2#: But sir, I didn't drink at all.
#Person1#: If you refuse the blow, you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded.
#Person2#: OK, I will blow.
#Person1#: Your BAC exceeds legal limit.
#Person2#: But I. . .
#Person1#: I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle.
#Person2#: Oh, no! | #Person1# writes a ticket and impounds #Person2#'s vehicle because #Person2#'s BAC exceeds the legal limit. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Today, you need to pay 20 RMB in handling fees.
#Person2#: Can't you just take it from my account? I can't be bothered with cash dealings today.
#Person1#: I must tell you that because your banking has been such a large amount, you need to wait until you leave the country to get any currency back.
#Person2#: You mean, if there is any left over?
#Person1#: Yes, totally. It's nice to meet a customer who understands the system.
#Person2#: Right, so the deposit, if I don't draw on it will be blocked after you get the Deposit Certification?
#Person1#: That's right. I know we have a complex system, but you have caught on so quickly. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to pay for handling fees. #Person1# is glad that #Person2# caught on with the complex system so quickly. | Summarize the 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'd like to send this parcel.
#Person2#: What's in it, please?
#Person1#: Just a few shirts.
#Person2#: OK. You may wrap it now. Please fill in this form and label it. ( after a moment ) Would you like it registered?
#Person1#: No, I'd rather send it by ordinary mail.
#Person2#: Nine dollars and fifty cents.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Here's the receipt.
#Person1#: Thank you so much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person1# sends a few shirts by ordinary mail with #Person2#'s assistance. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, miss. Where is the button that controls my seat?
#Person2#: It's on the arm rest.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. By the way, what shall I do if changes in altitude create pressure on the ears?
#Person2#: You can suck a candy or pinch your nose gently while breathing out. That shall help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to control the seat and reduce the pressure on the ears. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Dan, Dan, dude. You have to come over to my house right now!
#Person2#: Is everything OK?
#Person1#: Just get over here! Come in! Quickly!
#Person2#: So, since when is your house a bank?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I mean, what's up with the locks and iron bars on your windows.
#Person1#: Security, Dan, security! You can never be too safe you know! A lot of sickos out there. Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window.
#Person2#: What's the matter with you? Why are you acting all paranoid?
#Person1#: Paranoid? I'm not paranoid! I'm cautious! You see Dan, we have to be on guard at all time! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you! Telemarketers, solicitors, even your bank! They have way too much information! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis.
#Person2#: OK, well, what did you want to see me about?
#Person1#: You are being watched! Be careful Dan! Be careful! | Dan finds #Person1#'s house is guarded like a bank. #Person1# thinks people can never be too safe and asks Dan to be careful. Dan thinks #Person1# is paranoid. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: OK! Let's get down to business now.
#Person2#: Say it.
#Person1#: As you know, we should work out cautious and detailed plan for our promotion, so as to guide our company to be successful in the new product, L-series.
#Person2#: That's right. And in my opinion, to push the sale of the new products is not an easy task.
#Person1#: I know that. I need to discuss this with Arden. And in his opinion, we should widen the scope of our ads, so newspaper and Internet should be adopted in this campaign.
#Person2#: Could you put it in detail?
#Person1#: Well. We plan to contact www. on-line advertising. com. cn and Shanghai Morning Newspaper to discuss the advertisement schedule.
#Person2#: I think the idea is very good. In the promotion campaign, two or more media are used together, so as to draw customers'attention and keep hold their attention to larger extent.
#Person1#: What kind of media do you recommend?
#Person2#: I think TV is also an effective media, as long as our company is willing to spend more money on it.
#Person1#: Well. Arden just mentioned the paper and the on-sales. And I can talk about TV with him later, because TV promotion gets more and more popular among consumers.
#Person2#: I also think good advertising is essential to call attention to a product and introduce our L-series products. Meanwhile, ads are also the representation of the company's image. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the details of widening the scope of their ads to promote their new product. #Person1# suggests putting ads on newspapers and the Internet. #Person2# also recommends TV. #Person1# will discuss this with Arden. | Summarize the 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, look at the line. It's worse than I expected. We are lucky we got here an hour earlier. Or else we will definitely have had problems getting tickets. I'm glad we made the effort to come early.
#Person2#: Me too. I learned my lesson the last time I went to a new film. I didn't arrive early enough and ended up with a terrible seat all the way in the front row. Believe me, it was one of the worst movie experiences ever.
#Person1#: Yeah. I hate sitting in the first row.
#Person2#: By the way, it was really nice of you to get this ticket for me. Why don't I show you a bit of appreciation by getting you a drink?
#Person1#: That would be great.
#Person2#: OK. What kind of soda do you want?
#Person1#: Let me see. I'll take a large coke. Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: I'd better get going. You hold my place and I'll be back really quick. Oh, I almost forget. I'd better hold on to my ticket in case you get let in before I get back. If that happens, just save me a seat and I'll meet you inside.
#Person1#: OK. It's a plan. | #Person1# and #Person2# go to a theatre early to buy tickets. #Person2# gets #Person1# a drink as an appreciation for #Person1#'s tickets. | Summarize the 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 so cold now, but this morning it was so hot and sunny. I wish there was a way I could always be wearing the most suitable clothes for the temperature.
#Person2#: I recently read that in ten years we'll be wearing clothes that change with the weather. So when it's cold, our clothes will warm up, and when it's hot, our clothes will cool off.
#Person1#: Oh, very funny! So we'll be wearing huge clothes with built-in air-conditioners and heaters.
#Person2#: I'm serious. Researchers have discovered a method of treating fibers with plastic crystals which can store and release heat as the temperature changes. These treated fibers absorb more heat than untreated fibers. Researchers are still working with this, but soon this process will be widespredad.
#Person1#: That's fascinating. I didn't know that fibers can store heat. How does that work?
#Person2#: These fibers work with the heat by rearranging their structures.
#Person1#: That's truly unbelievable. You said that it'll be a decade before this type of clothes will be available. What a shame! I don't think I can wait that long. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that they will be wearing clothes that can change with the weather because researchers are working on a kind of treated fibers. | Summarize the 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 packing?
#Person2#: Because I'm going on a business trip.
#Person1#: Where?
#Person2#: Australia.
#Person1#: Are you serious?
#Person2#: Yes. Why are you so excited?
#Person1#: Are you going to Sydney?
#Person2#: As a matter of fact, yes. Why?
#Person1#: Have you ever heard of the Victor Churchill Butcher?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: This is the most famous butcher in Australia, and the coolest one in the world. It provides meat for top restaurants in Australia, Singapore, and China.
#Person2#: Sounds great.
#Person1#: Absolutely. You should go there when you have a chance. You won't regret it.
#Person2#: All right. You make a list of the things that you want me to buy, and I'll go finish packing.
#Person1#: No need for a list. I want one of everything.
#Person2#: Really? You mean that? It's gonna cost you a fortune.
#Person1#: Well, I've got to take advantage of the situation. I might not get another chance.
#Person2#: All right. I guess I need to take one more suitcase with me.
#Person1#: Oh, the one that I gave you last year should be perfect. | #Person2# is going to Sydney for a business trip. #Person2# asks for a shopping list but #Person1# wants one of everything so #Person2# decides to take one more suitcase. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31st.
#Person2#: So what do yon do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.
#Person1#: Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by saying 'trick or treat'.
#Person2#: Hmm. Sounds interesting.
#Person1#: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people go to costume parties. Hey, my friend Alan is having a party. Would you like to go?
#Person2#: Sure. I'd love to. | #Person1# tells #Person2# how people celebrate Halloween and invites #Person2# to a party. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: We've overspent dreadfully this month.
#Person2#: By how much?
#Person1#: It looks to me as if it's getting on for almost 400 pounds.
#Person2#: Oh, does that mean we won't be able to get our holiday?
#Person1#: I honestly don't think that we could afford to go really.
#Person2#: But we haven't had a holiday for three years! Just because we can't afford it.
#Person1#: That's true.
#Person2#: I was really looking forward to this holiday... three weeks in Barbados at Christmas-warmth, sea, sunshine.
#Person1#: I know. So was I.
#Person2#: Can't we ask your mother for the money? Can't we borrow the money from somewhere for the holiday?
#Person1#: Well, You know we're still in debt over the car. And we've always said we wouldn't borrow money for things that weren't absolutely essential. A holiday isn't essential.
#Person2#: I really feel it is this time.
#Person1#: Well, let's look at cheaper holidays then. Let's look at somewhere closer to home, right. Let's look at Europe.
#Person2#: Well, there's no point in going to Europe at Christmas, is there?
#Person1#: Well, you said you wanted to get away from the cold here. Well, you only want to go where it's hot and sunny?
#Person2#: Yes, I want some warmth.
#Person1#: Oh, I think we ought to borrow the money from your mother.
#Person2#: I don't want to talk about it anymore. Let's discuss it some other time. | #Person1# and #Person2# overspent, so they cannot afford the holiday as they have planned. Both of them are disappointed but don't want to borrow money from their mothers. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tell me what happened.
#Person2#: Well, I wasn't paying attention when I started to cross the street, and I stepped in front of a taxi. I didn't realize it was still moving.
#Person1#: Can you walk?
#Person2#: Not very well.
#Person1#: Where does it hurt?
#Person2#: My side hurts when I take a step?
#Person1#: Okay, don't try to walk anymore. Don't worry. An ambulance is on the way. You know, you're very lucky; you could have easily been killed in the accident.
#Person2#: Yes, I guess I could have.
#Person1#: You'll have to fill out a form. Do you have any identification with you?
#Person2#: I have my passport. By the way, how did you get here so fast?
#Person1#: Someone dialed 911 and reported the accident. We were in the area and got a radio call. It only took a minute or so to get here. | #Person2# had an accident when he was crossing the street. A police checks on him and helps #Person2# to call the ambulance and fill out a form. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I want to buy a farm. I think I'd like to grow wheat, is the ground here good for that?
#Person2#: No, I don't think it's good for farming.
#Person1#: Why do you know so well?
#Person2#: I own a farm here, but farming is very hard work.
#Person1#: But modern farm equipment can make farming easier.
#Person2#: Yes, but you should cut down trees, clear a lot of land and make the soil rich.
#Person1#: I don't mind hard work. I just want to get away from my factory.
#Person2#: You can have my farm at a low price, $ 200, if you want it.
#Person1#: All right. You're giving me the farm, aren't you? | #Person1# wants to buy a farm to get away from his factory. #Person2# wants to sell his farm to #Person1# at a low price. | Summarize the 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've had a part-time job, haven't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: Could you earn a lot of money?
#Person2#: No, only a little.
#Person1#: Would you like to work this summer to make some extra money?
#Person2#: I think so. | #Person2# wants to work this summer to make extra money. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I keep feeling dizzy, and I've got a headache.
#Person2#: How long has this been going on?
#Person1#: It started yesterday.
#Person2#: You've been studying too much recently.
#Person1#: I have no other choice. Next month will be the most important exam of this term.
#Person2#: I can understand that. But anyway, you should take better care of yourself.
#Person1#: What should I do now?
#Person2#: I think you should stay in bed for a little while and I will call the doctor.
#Person1#: It's very kind of you. Thank you very much. | #Person1# got a headache and #Person2# is going to call a doctor for #Person1#. #Person1# appreciates 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#: Paul, is that you?
#Person2#: Yes, Mary. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Sorry to call you. But I just delivered my new computer. I am afraid I can't lift it by myself. Could you give me a hand to get it upstairs?
#Person2#: Sure. Could you just give me a minute to finish off what I am doing?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. But please hurry. The box is getting in the way.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'll be right down. | Mary asks Paul to help her get the new computer upstairs, Paul agrees to help after finishing his work in a minute. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Wow! They've got everything here. All the world's famous brands. Aunt Cindy, what is your favorite brand?
#Person2#: I love all the fashionable things. But my favorite brand is Chanel.
#Person1#: Oh, that's a very expensive brand, but with good reason.
#Person2#: Yeah. Each style is specially designed by world's top designers. So they can always make you look amazing.
#Person1#: I see. Come here. The high heels here look really attractive. But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them?
#Person2#: Not really, especially at the beginning, if you wear high heels all day long, your feet would hurt. But, no big deal. Women can always get used to that.
#Person1#: It's not a simple thing to be beautiful.
#Person2#: Sure. But everyone loves to be beautiful. Hey, do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well?
#Person1#: Yeah, very tasteful. And with them, you look even more fashionable. Oh, there are so many French perfumers. Oops, perfumes for guys? So strange!
#Person2#: Come on. Fashion is not only for women. Men also share the equal right to chase fashion. It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes, which is called cologne.
#Person1#: Oh, really, that's really something new. I'm afraid not everyone can accept it.
#Person2#: It takes time for that. But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly.
#Person1#: That's true. Well, it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing. So, do you spend all your money on it?
#Person2#: No. Fashion is just part of my life, which improves its quality. But also, I'm good at financing. I have a credit card, but I never overdraft.
#Person1#: How is it that you are my mom's sis? You two are so different. She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns. You do so much better than her.
#Person2#: I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits. | #Person1# and #Person1#'s aunt Cindy are shopping. Cindy loves chasing fashion and her favourite brand is Chanel. Cindy also shares her attitude to men's perfumes and her consumptive habits which are different from her sister's. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What did you do over the weekend?
#Person2#: I went a global warming rally. It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment.
#Person1#: Do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already?
#Person2#: It might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves, but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Well, we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start.
#Person1#: What else can we do to protect the environment?
#Person2#: If you do have to drive, you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol. Also, your home should use sources of renewable energy.
#Person1#: How about recycling? Does that actually help?
#Person2#: Yes. You should take your glass, paper, plastic, cardboard, and tin cans to a recycling center.
#Person1#: What do you think the biggest worry for our future is?
#Person2#: I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone.
#Person1#: I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before!
#Person2#: To be honest, in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place, we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment. | #Person2# thinks people need to do more, like using public transportation, using renewable energy, and recycling, to prevent more damages from happening so that the earth can continue to be a habitable place. #Person1# is surprised by #Person2#'s expertise. | Summarize the 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 borrow your CDs for our school dance?
#Person2#: Oh, you don't ask much, do you?
#Person1#: I promise I will personally guard every single one and they will come back in perfect condition.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. Your class can rent them from me for the night and buy back any damaged ones.
#Person1#: That sounds fair. That's still cheaper than paying a band to come play for us.
#Person2#: Not as fun though. A live band is way more exciting!
#Person1#: Our class doesn't have enough money. We already checked into it.
#Person2#: Let me know with your next dance. I know a band that may give you a break for the publicity. | #Person1# borrows CDs from #Person2# for the school dance because inviting a band is not affordable. #Person2# promises to give them back in perfect condition; otherwise, his class will buy the damaged ones. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: That is the most boring, typical gift in the world!
#Person2#: I know. But this year I want to get him an interesting tie. Like this one.
#Person1#: That's not exactly a conversation piece. It's so plain.
#Person2#: It's perfect! It's a Dilbert tie!
#Person1#: The diagonal black and red stripes are really conservative though. . .
#Person2#: But watch this. . . it bends upwards, just like Dilbert's tie. There's a wire inside.
#Person1#: A fly-away tie! What a riot! | #Person2# thinks a Dilbert tie is an interesting gift while #Person1# disagrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I heard you are going to move.
#Person2#: Yes, I found a better house near my office. I'm very satisfied with it. But I'm worrying.
#Person1#: What are you worried about?
#Person2#: I'm worrying about how to move all of my household stuff. You know, I have a lot of stuff.
#Person1#: You can call a mover.
#Person2#: How much dose that cost?
#Person1#: Around 200 RMB for a truck.
#Person2#: I think it's a little expensive.
#Person1#: But think about it, you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers, how much trouble you will save.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service. I'll leave you their phone number.
#Person2#: Wonderful.
#Person1#: It's 83576888.
#Person2#: Okay, thanks a lot. You did me a great favor just now.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person2# is going to move. #Person1# recommends a mover with good services to #Person2# and convinces #Person2# it is worth the expensive price. | Summarize the 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 ladies. My name is Josh and I'll be your server tonight. May I take your order?
#Person2#: Do you have any recommendations?
#Person1#: Well, I personally like the chicken penne with cream mushroom sauce, but the prawn fettuccine is also very nice.
#Person2#: Hmm. I'd like to have the grilled chicken, but can I have spaghetti instead of penne?
#Person1#: Of course, mam. And for you?
#Person3#: I . . . ah. . I'll have the horse tripe. | #Person2# asks Josh for some recommendations, #Person2# takes Josh's recommendations partially while #Person3# orders horse tripe. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How long before we land, do you know?
#Person2#: It's 3:00 o'clock now, so there is still an hour left. Why don't you get some sleep in the mean time? I'll wake you up when we reach Kennedy airport.
#Person1#: OK. I stayed up past midnight writing the report. I'm a bit worn out.
#Person2#: Why don't you put the seat back? You will feel more relaxed. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to get some sleep before landing since #Person1# stayed up late. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Where will we go during this break?
#Person2#: I was thinking of a place in Mexico. Do you remember when we went to that really hot place several years ago, where the water was almost as warm as the air, and we had a hard time sleeping at night?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: I'd like to go back there.
#Person1#: But...
#Person2#: Don't worry though. We went during the summer last time, August I think. This time it'll be winter. It's perfect weather there in January. And we'll be able to watch the whales that live there from December to February. | #Person2# convinces #Person1# to travel to a place in Mexico again because the weather there in January is perfect. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi Mark, how are you?
#Person2#: Great Cindy. What's new? Would you like to come in for coffee?
#Person1#: I'd love to but to tell you the truth I'm right in the middle of making Rachel's birthday cake and I'm out of eggs. Do you think I could borrow a couple.
#Person2#: Oh sure, no problem. How many do you need?
#Person1#: Just two.
#Person2#: Wait a minute, I'll get them. | Cindy borrows two eggs from Mark when she's making a birthday cake. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Have you ever taken history 231?
#Person2#: Yeah, last term.
#Person1#: Who was the professor?
#Person2#: Professor Johnson.
#Person1#: I have him this semester. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot. But fortunately, we can get high scores easily in his class.
#Person1#: What did you end up getting?
#Person2#: I got an A, but none of my test scores were that high. So I don't know how I got such a good score.
#Person1#: Really? I was about to give it up. After hearing your experience, I think I will continue to stay in the class.
#Person2#: You will get a better grade than your test scores.
#Person1#: Thanks for the information. I feel relieved now. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Professor Johnson is a terrible instructor but students' final scores will be higher than expected. #Person1# feels relieved and decides to stay 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#: Good morning. Have a seat.
#Person2#: Good morning. Thank you.
#Person1#: I have your letter here. Your name is Robert Martin, right?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: And you hope to work here next month?
#Person2#: Yes, Madam, if I can.
#Person1#: Fine. You finished high school a year ago. Why didn't you go to college that year?
#Person2#: Well, I have a sister in college now and there will be another one next year. So I have to make a little money for us.
#Person1#: Good. It seems that you are a good young man. By the way, what's your best lesson in high school?
#Person2#: Physics. I really enjoy it.
#Person1#: That's fine. Have you discussed this with your parents?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. My parents said I should decide it myself.
#Person1#: OK, you can work here, but you better go to college if you have a chance. Good luck, young man.
#Person2#: Thank you, madam. Good bye. | #Person1# asks Robert why he didn't go to college after high school. Robert explains he has to make money for his sisters. #Person1# is satisfied with Robert and offers him 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#: Anna Cole, I'm so glad that I find myself here with you in the training camp. I imagined the training is pretty hard.
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Could you please talk to me about your daily training?
#Person2#: OK. I get up about 6:45. I have a very light breakfast at 7:00 and then I get to the pool by 7:30.
#Person1#: I see. How long do you train?
#Person2#: All daytime?
#Person1#: You mean you swim for about 8 hours?
#Person2#: Oh, no. Having trained for about 4 hours. I have lunch and then do track work and body exercises in the afternoon. I suppose I train until 4:00 o'clock in the afternoon.
#Person1#: That's a long day.
#Person2#: It's alright.
#Person1#: What about your free time? What do you do?
#Person2#: Well, I usually watch TV. I like American programs and sometimes go dancing at a nearby club.
#Person1#: Dancing?
#Person2#: Yes, but I go to bed early at most nights.
#Person1#: Thank you, Anna, and good luck to you. | Anna tells #Person1# who she meets in a training camp about her daily training schedule and her activities in her spare time. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What can I do for you, sir?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a box of chocolates.
#Person1#: OK. We have dark chocolates, milk chocolates, fruit chocolates and some chocolate with nuts in them. Which kind would you like?
#Person2#: I prefer to buy fruit chocolates, please. My son likes them very much.
#Person1#: All right. Anything else?
#Person2#: Let me see. Oh yes, I want to buy some fruit. Do you have any strawberries? My daughter and my wife like them very much.
#Person1#: Yes, they are over there. You can try one. They are very sweet.
#Person2#: Let me see. Well, they don't look fresh enough. The pears look juicy. I'll take 3 kilos please. How much is the total?
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. 55 yuan for the chocolates, and twenty one for the pairs, that will be 75 yuan in all, please.
#Person2#: Thank you. Here is 100 yuan.
#Person1#: Your change, please.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# buys his son's favorite fruit chocolates from #Person1#. He buys pears instead of his daughter and wife's favorite strawberries because the strawberries don't look fresh. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, honey, do you have anything scheduled this weekend?
#Person2#: No, why?
#Person1#: You know Ryan got his knees badly injured while doing warming up exercises. He still stays in a hospital now.
#Person2#: Oh my gosh. He loves soccer so much. Will he give up soccer?
#Person1#: Actually, he will still get involved but won't risk reinjuring his knee. He's considering being a coach.
#Person2#: Shall we go to see him and bring him some flowers as a get well soon present?
#Person1#: Well, the surgery is scheduled for this Friday. He expects to be in the hospital till next Monday. Maybe we could see him on Saturday. But flowers do him no good. Anything practical?
#Person2#: Then, some great chocolate and bread? You know if I were in his shoes, I'd prefer to get away from hospital food.
#Person1#: OK. | Ryan injured his knees, but he will still be involved in soccer as a coach. #Person1# suggests visiting him and taking some presents for him. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, I really appreciate the opportunity to interview for this position.
#Person2#: I was wondering if you like team projects, or projects that you work on alone.
#Person1#: I like to work on group projects that value and need each individual ' s contributions.
#Person2#: Are you most interested in a good steady job with benefits or one that will allow you to quickly advance?
#Person1#: I have children so a steady job is important but I would like a chance to advance.
#Person2#: How would you feel about relocating to another state?
#Person1#: I could not relocate in the next year, but might be open to it in the future.
#Person2#: Do you know how much this job offers per year?
#Person1#: A minimum of 75, 000 per year.
#Person2#: OK, well, that ' s all I need to know for now. If something comes up, we ' ll be contacting you. | #Person2# is interviewing #Person1#. #Person1# likes team projects, would like a chance to advance, could not relocate in the next year, and knows how much the job offers per year. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Could you tell me a little about the organization? For example, how big is your workforce here?
#Person2#: Well in total we have around 150 employees based in Hong Kong with another 400 in our head office in Beijing. The news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises around 80 staff.
#Person1#: I see. And how about the working hours?
#Person2#: Well, as you know Rebecca, in journalism work hours are not exactly nine to five. You could be on call at any time. We do have to work very unsociable hours at times.
#Person1#: Well I am used to that, Mr. Parsons, so that ' s not really a shock for me.
#Person2#: Good, as long as you understand that.
#Person1#: And when do you need to fill the vacancy, Mr. Parsons?
#Person2#: Yesterday! But no, we are hoping to start from the beginning of next month.
#Person1#: That sounds ideal. | Mr. Parsons tells Rebecca about their workforce and working hours. He wants Rebecca to fill the vacancy from the beginning of next month. | Summarize the 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. Could you have a taxi pick me up before 10:00 a. m.?
#Person2#: What is your address?
#Person1#: I stay at No. 115 Fucking Road.
#Person2#: OK, a taxi will be there by 9:30.
#Person1#: What are your rates?
#Person2#: It is RMB 10 yuan initially and 2 yuan for each kilometer.
#Person1#: I have a lot of luggage. Will those fit in the taxi?
#Person2#: Take it easy. I'll send a larger to pick you up.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# will send a larger taxi to pick #Person1# up at No. 115 Fucking Road by 9:30. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me, i am a new student here. Could you tell me where the English Department is?
#Person2#: It is in that brand new, tall building over there. On the 9th floor.
#Person1#: Where is the school cafeteria?
#Person2#: It is the basement of that red building in front of the tower with big bells.
#Person1#: Where is the Computer Center?
#Person2#: The Computer Center is on the first floor of the library.
#Person1#: Where is the library?
#Person2#: The library is next to the Adminstration Building. The Adminstration Building is over there near the school ' s main entrance. There are school maps for free in the lobby of the Admin.
#Person1#: Thank you. I will go get one.
#Person2#: Sure. Glad to be of service. By the way, my name is Mike Sullivan. You will see me around a lot. I am running for President of the Student Government.
#Person1#: Well, hi! My name is Eve Markowski. I am glad to meet you. With your friendly smile and helpful attitude. I am sure you will win.
#Person2#: Thanks you for the encouragement.
#Person1#: You are welcome. I ' d better go. Goodbye.
#Person2#: Have a good day. Bye-Bye! | Eve Markowski is a new student. Mike Sullivan, who is running for President of the Student Government, tells her the location of the English Department, the school cafeteria, the Computer Center, and the library. Eve thinks Mike will win. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jack! You've really done it this time.
#Person2#: What? What happened?
#Person1#: I told you to get this consignment out last week. We can't very well run a light bulb conference without any light bulbs, can we? What am I going to do with you?
#Person2#: Please, give me one more chance. I'll never let it happen again. I'm very sorry.
#Person1#: Well, I guess I could give you one more chance, but this is the last time. In themeantime, I hear that Tom who normally does night shift is taking three weeks'vacation, Can you think of anyone who would be willing to work nights while he is gone?
#Person2#: Um, me?
#Person1#: Bingo! | Jack begs #Person1# for one more chance. #Person1# will give him another chance but asks him to work nights when Tom is gone. | Summarize the 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, is this the Hall of Ancient China?
#Person2#: Yes. Look at these historical relics here, amazing!
#Person1#: Why are they all in glass boxes?
#Person2#: For protection. Some relics will turn to dust if exposed to air.
#Person1#: So there isn't air in the glass boxes?
#Person2#: No, there isn't. There is a vacuum in every box.
#Person1#: I wonder how old these things are. Thousands of years?
#Person2#: Yeah, they all come from a very ancient time.
#Person1#: Hey, look at the tripod. I've seen it on TV.
#Person2#: It was made 4, 000 years ago. It's priceless! | May and #Person1# are visiting the Hall of Ancient China. May tells #Person1# the glass boxes and the vacuum inside are used to protect historical relics. | Summarize the 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 just called Mr. Smith in Room 201, but there was no reply. Would you find out if he's still staying there?
#Person2#: All right. One moment, please. . . No, Mr. Smith checked out this morning.
#Person1#: Oh, he did? May I have his forwarding address, please?
#Person2#: I'm afraid he didn't leave one. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Mr. Smith has checked out without leaving a forwarding 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#: Good morning. My name is John Smith. I'm an import manager.
#Person2#: How do you do, Mr. Smith? My name is Thou Hong.
#Person1#: Nice to meet You, Ms. Thou. We've learned that you specialize in the export of electronic products.
#Person2#: Will you please take a seat? Mr. Smith, have you seen the display of our electronic products in the exhibition hall downstairs?
#Person1#: Yes. I had a look just now. I found some of the exhibits of excellent quality and beautiful design. I feel we
#Person2#: Sure we can. You know, we've been in this line for more than twenty years.
#Person1#: So, Ms. Thou, we're a newly-established company, but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America.
#Person2#: Good. We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details.
#Person1#: Sure. | John Smith and Thou Hong agree to cooperate to import and export electric products. They will hold more talks later to iron out the details. | Summarize the 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 any cable for the Internet?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How much do I need to pay for it?
#Person2#: Nothing. The landlord pays.
#Person1#: Is there a mailbox in the apartment?
#Person2#: Yes. Each apartment has one.
#Person1#: Are there any parking lots for the tenants?
#Person2#: Yes. But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month.
#Person1#: Is there an alarm system in the apartment?
#Person2#: Yes. We set up the new alarm system a few months ago.
#Person1#: Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem?
#Person2#: Of course we do. It is the landlord's responsibility.
#Person1#: Are smoke detectors provided?
#Person2#: Yes. | #Person1#, the tenant, asks #Person2# about the facilities of the house and the responsibilities of maintaining the heating system. | Summarize the 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 won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.
#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.
#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere. | #Person1# has already logged in 20 hours of overtime. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask for some time off. | Summarize the 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 may I do for you?
#Person2#: I need to get a passport.
#Person1#: You will need to apply for one.
#Person2#: When will I be able to do that?
#Person1#: You can do it right now, if you'd like.
#Person2#: That's fine.
#Person1#: Please fill out this application.
#Person2#: Then what do I do?
#Person1#: I just need to take your picture.
#Person2#: How long will it take for my passport to be ready?
#Person1#: You will get it in a few weeks.
#Person2#: That's perfect. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to apply for a passport. #Person2# will get it ready in a few weeks. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I have lots of friends.
#Person2#: Really? How many do you have?
#Person1#: I don't know, maybe one hundred.
#Person2#: That is a lot of friends. Do you have a best friend?
#Person1#: Of course. I have lots of best friends.
#Person2#: How many best friends do you have?
#Person1#: I think about twenty-five.
#Person2#: Hmm. I have only one best friend.
#Person1#: I feel sorry for you.
#Person2#: I have only a few friends.
#Person1#: You must be lonely. I will share my friends with you.
#Person2#: That's very nice of you. | #Person1# has many friends, while #Person2# has only a few friends. #Person1# will share #Person1#'s friends with #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#: For our lunch meeting with the investors, do we have to make a reservation at the restaurant or do we just show up?
#Person2#: Usually for lunch, we don't have to reserve a table, they should allow walk-ins. But to be on the safe side, I'll order a table for half-past twelve. Will that suit your schedule?
#Person1#: I've arranged to meet them at the restaurant at twelve. Can you make the reservation a little earlier? If we start earlier, it will give us more time for a longer lunch.
#Person2#: Are you planning on treating the investors to a full-course meal?
#Person1#: Yes, we'll start with appetizers, follow with a soup and salad course, then main dishes of prime RMB or cordon bleu chicken, and finish up with a delicious rich dessert of some sort.
#Person2#: That'll be pretty heavy for a mid-day meal, don't you think?
#Person1#: As along as we stay away from anything alcoholic, we should be okay.
#Person2#: With your prime RMB and chicken choices, you'd better hope nobody's vegetarian.
#Person1#: We can make some special arrangement if we need to. After all, it's the company who is footing the bill. | #Person2# will reserve a table for a lunch meeting. #Person1# asks #Person2# to make it earlier and is planning a full-course meal without alcoholic. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to pay attention to vegetarians. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I want to buy a parking permit, please.
#Person2#: Are you a full-time student or do you attend part-time in the evenings?
#Person1#: I attend both day and evening classes.
#Person2#: Will you be riding a motorcycle or do you drive a car?
#Person1#: I ride a motorcycle.
#Person2#: That permit will run twenty-five dollars ; will that be cash or credit card?
#Person1#: I'll use a credit card, thank you.
#Person2#: Do you need a second permit for a car?
#Person1#: No, just the motorcycle permit.
#Person2#: Fine, here it is and have a great semester! | #Person1# needs a motorcycle parking permit for both day and evening classes and buys it with #Person2#'s assistance. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How time flies!
#Person2#: Bill and Betty have already grown up.
#Person1#: I can still remember our first date.
#Person2#: Look at that big tree over there.
#Person1#: Yeah, oh my god! It's still there. We have our first date right on there.
#Person2#: Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then?
#Person1#: You seemed to be dull at that time.
#Person2#: But you agreed to go out with me at last.
#Person1#: ( Smile ) I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married.
#Person2#: So do you feel happy now?
#Person1#: I couldn't have been any happier!
#Person2#: Of course, we are the happiest family in the world. | #Person1# and #Person2# are recalling the past. They still feel happy as a family after getting married for 20 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#: Jack, what's wrong?
#Person2#: You!
#Person1#: What are you talking about? What did I do?
#Person2#: You told Martha that I was on a date? What was that all about?
#Person1#: No. . . that's not what I meant. I didn't mean that. She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara. I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends.
#Person2#: She started feeling suspicious after you said that.
#Person1#: I'm sorry man. I didn't know. I didn't mean to screw anything up.
#Person2#: Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend. Now, I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you.
#Person1#: Look. I really didn't mean to, and next time I see Martha, I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends.
#Person2#: Don't bother. | Jack is angry with #Person1# because #Person1# jokingly told Martha that Jack was on a date with Sara and Martha felt suspicious. #Person1# wants to make it up but Jack 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#: Do you know something about Mount Tai?
#Person2#: Yes. But not too much. It is considered as the head of five sacred mountains in China.
#Person1#: Five sacred mountains? Why people call them so?
#Person2#: Because in history, the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation.
#Person1#: Got it. Can we see any things left by them?
#Person2#: Definitely. There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain.
#Person1#: I want to see them. How can I go there?
#Person2#: That is easy. You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about Mount Tai, including its history and the historical relics. #Person1# wants to visit it. #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go there. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me! Are you Bart Simpson from Western Electronics?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: I am Steven. I am here to meet you.
#Person2#: Thank you for meeting me at the airport, Steven.
#Person1#: You must be tired after the long flight. Let me carry the bags for you.
#Person2#: Thanks. Where is our car?
#Person1#: Our car is in the parking lot. We've booked a room for you. I will take you to the hotel soon. Let's go.
#Person2#: OK. Let's go. | Steven comes to meet Bart Simpson at the airport and will take him to the hotel. | Summarize the 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 this kind of weather!
#Person2#: When I was a kid, there was a weather who said there is no such thing as bad weather.
#Person1#: I think he had water on the brain. This is bad.
#Person2#: He said there are only all kinds of good weather.
#Person1#: Okay, Pollyanna, what's so good about this weather?
#Person2#: Well, for one, we have an excuse to stay home.
#Person1#: We'get'to stay home? Do you know something that I don't?
#Person2#: I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us. | #Person1# hates this kind of weather but Pollyanna tries to find something good about this weather. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Elegance Hotel, is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Hello, I would like to make a reservation for four nights next week, from Tuesday to Friday.
#Person1#: All right, single or double room?
#Person2#: Single room with a bath room, please. I would like a room with a view of the whole city.
#Person1#: All right. We have a single room available right now.
#Person2#: What's the rate, please?
#Person1#: 578 yuan a night, plus VAT, including air-conditioner and TV.
#Person2#: Does that include breakfast? Can I make calls on outside line?
#Person1#: Yes, it includes English breakfast. For the phone, I am afraid you can not.
#Person2#: OK, that's fine. Could you hold it for me?
#Person1#: Would you like to confirm the reservation? | #Person2# wants to make a reservation at the Elegance Hotel for four nights next week. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the rate and the facilities. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Please come in and sit down. I'm happy to finally meet you.
#Person2#: Same here, Ms. Drake. I've been looking forward to this.
#Person1#: I'm sorry I kept you waiting.
#Person2#: No, no, no, not at all, you were right on time. I was early. I hope I didn't rush you. I'm glad for the opportunity to interview with you.
#Person1#: Thank you. Can I get you some coffee or a cup of tea?
#Person2#: I'm fine, thank you.
#Person1#: Good, then let's get to the interview.
#Person2#: Great, that's why I'm here. | Ms. Drake and #Person2# greet each other. They will get to the interview. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: May I help you, Miss?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm excited to hear about your new product.
#Person1#: OK. I'm sure you will love what this new automatic answering system can do for your business.
#Person2#: Yes. I've heard a lot about it.
#Person1#: Watch our computer demonstration, please. You'll be convinced that our product is superior. ( After the demonstration )
#Person2#: Yes, I would have to agree with you. It seems to offer more options than the others. But new product sometimes has a few troubles. How about yours?
#Person1#: Our systems are 100 % trouble-free.
#Person2#: How do you ensure quality?
#Person1#: Any of our new products shall go through a 1-3 month testing period.
#Person2#: Are your prices negotiable?
#Person1#: Yes, our prices are negotiable, but our quality is not.
#Person2#: What happens if I am not satisfied with my purchases?
#Person1#: Your satisfaction is guaranteed, or we refund your money.
#Person2#: I see. But I have to discuss it over with my boss before I make a decision.
#Person1#: OK. I hope you will be in touch with me shortly. | #Person1# introduces their new automatic answering system to #Person2# and guarantees its quality. #Person2# asks about the price and refund policies and will discuss it over with her boss before she makes a decision. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How is your English ability?
#Person2#: Not bad. I'm proficient in both written and spoken English.
#Person1#: Could you tell me something about your English education?
#Person2#: I studied English in junior and senior high school. And in college, I took English conversation lessons. They were given by foreign tutors.
#Person1#: Have you passed College English Test Band 4 or Band 6?
#Person2#: Band 6.
#Person1#: Great. Can you file in English?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't, but I'd be glad to learn.
#Person1#: You would be using a lot of English in this job. Can you manage English conversation?
#Person2#: Yes, I think I can. I often talk to foreigners at English corner held twice a week at my college. They say my English is pretty good.
#Person1#: Excellent. How is your English ability in reading and writing?
#Person2#: I have been attending an evening course in English writing for 2 years and I often read novels, magazines and newspapers in English.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s English ability. #Person2# is proficient in both written and spoken English and tells #Person2#'s English education. #Person2# has passed College English Band Test 6 and can manage English conversation. | Summarize the 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 use an ATM card, Billy?
#Person2#: It's easy, grandpa. Insert you card into the machine here. Then wait a moment. OK. Now you enter your PIN. It should have four numbers.
#Person1#: Oh yes. I'Ve got it written down here. Just a minute.
#Person2#: You really shouldn't write it down. You should memorise it. You can change it to a more convenient number if you like.
#Person1#: OK, I'Ve entered my PIN. There are several options on the screen. I guess I just choose which service I want, don't I?
#Person2#: Yes. Choose the service you need to use. If you choose to withdraw money, the machine will ask you how much you want.
#Person1#: I can just enter the amount using the key, right?
#Person2#: That's right. Give the machine a moment to process you request. Then take your money.
#Person1#: These machines aren't very difficult to use. In fact, I quite like them. They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk. | Billy teaches #Person2#, his grandpa, to use an ATM card and advises him to memorize his PIN instead of writing it down. #Person2# thinks the machines aren't very difficult to use. | Summarize 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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