hlt-lab/dream-safe · Datasets at Hugging Face

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1,962	4-771	[ "Hi, Mary. Very glad to see you here.", "Hi, Robert, I'm glad to see you here, too.", "Your bike is so beautiful. Where was it made?", "In China." ]
1,963	4-238	[ "Excuse me. Do you live here?", "Yes.", "Oh, well, do you know where the English Language Institute is?", "Ah, yes. I think I know where it is. Do you have a car?", "No, I'm on foot.", "Well, as you go out of the station, just continue along the road until you come to the second crossing and then turn left into King Street.", "Yes.", "Then walk down the street just a bit and take the first turning on the right. And keep walking until you come to the park.", "A park, yes.", "Well, let's see. Walk through the park. As you get to the end of the path you will see two small roads. Take the road on the right and the English Language Institute is at the end of the road. You can't miss it.", "Thank you so much." ]
1,966	14-256	[ "Can you believe that we've finally found a house?", "Good for you. Tell me about the house!", "It doesn't look good outside. but it is lovely inside.", "How nice! How many bedrooms does it have?", "Well, it has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one big sitting room and a modern kitchen.", "Then your two boys don't need to share a room. They are happy with it?", "Yeah, they can have their own rooms. What interests me most is the small garden before the house. You know I love gardening so much." ]
1,969	11-26	[ "Why don't you go to work?", "I have to find one first." ]
1,970	3-94	[ "Those oranges look nice. How much are they?", "They're sixty cents a pound." ]
1,971	5-140	[ "I just received an Email from one of my former classmates. I was surprised. I hadn't heard from him for ages.", "Well, I've been out of touch with most of my old friends. Only one or two still drop me a line occasionally." ]
1,972	5-364	[ "The space shuttle is taking off tomorrow.", "I know, this is another routine mission. It is first flight with four years ago." ]
1,973	4-27	[ "How much money will I have to spend to rent an apartment in America? I'll only have $500 a month.", "Your rent should be about a quarter of that." ]
1,974	2-24	[ "Please turn off the lights, Harry.", "Why? What's the matter? I want to read the paper.", "If we turn on too many lights, all the electricity in the house will go off.", "Now who told you that?", "Our new neighbor Mr. Smith.", "Mr. Smith? When did he come to our home?", "I had to go to his home and ask for help today.", "What was wrong?", "When I turned on the washing machine, all the lights went out.", "Well, did he take care of it for you?", "Yes, but he said it would take a lot more work to do a really good job.", "What does he mean by a really good job?", "He said we need new electric wires throughout the house and a lot of other things.", "Did he tell you how much it would cost?", "Yes, about a thousand dollars.", "A thousand dollars? That's a lot of money. And just when we need to get some work done on our car, too." ]
1,977	4-1219	[ "I'm going to the school and I'll pass the supermarket on my way back. Do you need to buy anything,mum? I heard you said there's no coffee at home.", "You father bought it. Please buy a kilo of sugar, two kilos of rice and a pack of tea, Matthew." ]
1,978	2-16	[ "Are you looking forward to your trip to Canada, Susan?", "I can't wait to see Canada, Jason, but I'm scared stiff of the journey. My husband insists on flying, but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous.", "There's nothing to be frightened of. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day?", "I've no idea. Hundreds, I suppose.", "And how often do you hear of a crash? Once or twice a year?", "Yes, but aero-planes fly so high and fast that once is enough.", "There are more road accidents per day than air deaths per year. Air transport is really safe compared with road transport.", "I still prefer to go by sea. Ships may not travel fast but as least you can relax. I'd love a trip on a luxury liner like the Queen Elizabeth II.", "It's fine if you're a good sailor, but have you ever traveled far in a rough sea?", "No. I've only been in a boat once. I sailed down the River Thames on a sightseeing tour, but in any case I'd rather be sea - sick than dead." ]
1,981	5-368	[ "How do you like the car I just bought?", "Well, it seems to run well, but I think it needs a new paint job." ]
1,982	5-103	[ "You look like you are freezing to death. Why don't you put this on?", "Thank you, it was so warm at noon, I didn't expect the weather to change so quickly." ]
1,983	5-810	[ "I have to go to Prof. Hudson's office to discuss my thesis. If time allows, I'd like to go to the movies with you when I come back.", "I don't think I can make it. I'm going shopping with Jane right now." ]
1,984	4-598	[ "Bob, the flowers you keep look much better than those I keep.", "I take good care of them and my wife also waters them frequently." ]
1,985	5-675	[ "Well, the holiday is well soon be here.", "Yes, isn't it exciting by this time next week, we'll be on the plane?" ]
1,986	16-28	[ "When is the movie supposed to start?", "Take it easy. It won't start until 10: 30. We've still got 20 minutes." ]
1,987	2-109	[ "Where were you yesterday?", "I was at home asleep.", "Asleep! I thought that you had to take an exam.", "I was sick. I had a fever. I couldn't get out of bed.", "You still look a little sick. You couldn't go back to bed.", "I'm going now. I just came here to speak to my professor.", "What did he tell you?", "He said that I'd be able to take a make-up.", "Well, that's all right then. Are you going straight home?", "I have to stop at the drugstore on the way. I need some aspirin.", "Do you think that you should walk that far?", "I have to walk. I didn't bring my car. 1 didn't think I'd be able to drive today.", "Well, take care of yourself.", "OK. Thanks." ]
1,990	4-611	[ "Where's Joan? She said she would be here at 3, but now it's 3:30. She must have missed the train.", "I think so. I hope she doesn't miss the next one, otherwise she'll be late for the opening address at the conference." ]
1,991	10-93	[ "Paul's been taking 5 courses, but he's decided to drop one of them at the end of this semester.", "That may be for the best." ]
1,997	4-389	[ "We're having a lovely time,Dad.", "I'm sure there's a lot to do.", "There is! We've been for a walk in Central Park. It's so big! Everything here is big. And we've climbed the Empire State Building. The view was fantastic. We haven't been to Greenwich Village yet, and we haven't been to Chinatown, either. We're going to do that tomorrow.", "Have you seen the Statue of Liberty yet?", "Oh, yes, we have. We've just had a helicopter out of the city, and we flew really close to it.", "What about a show? Have you seen a show on Broadway yet?", "No, we haven't. We're going to see one on our last night here, but we haven't decided what to see yet." ]
1,999	17-68	[ "Hello.", "Hello, dad?", "Yes... Mary! How are you? Anything wrong?", "Oh, no. I just wanted to call and see how you and Morn are. It's been quite a while since I saw you last time.", "Oh, we're both fine. Your mother is down at the new shopping center shopping.", "For a new dress?", "No, for shoes this time, I think. How's David?", "He's fine. He likes his work and was given a raise last month by Mr Smith. We are all pretty pleased about that.", "Yes, I think you should be. And how are the children?", "Well, George's home from school today. It's nothing serious, just a bad cold. And. it's his birthday, too!", "Oh, I thought his birthday was May 24th.", "No. April 24th.", "Well, that's too bad. Tell him we'll send him a present.", "All right. Diane's still taking dancing lessons.", "She must be pretty good by now. How about Tom?", "He's OK, too. He's having a part-time job at a garage now.", "Well, it's certainly good to hear your voice.", "OK, dad. Nice talking to you and give Morn our love.", "All right. Good-bye." ]
2,003	4-770	[ "What do you think of cloning?", "No doubt it's a great invention. But if it's not properly handled, it may have some side effects.", "What do scientists say about it?", "They also have different opinions." ]
2,004	7-128	[ "Hi, Harry. You're taking a camera for tomorrow's trip, aren't you?", "Yes. And I have asked Max to bring pens and paper. You know our teacher wants us to take notes." ]
2,005	4-1532	[ "Hello?", "Hello. Is that Mr. Jackson?", "Yes, it is.", "Mr. Jackson. I am a reporter from the TV station at our school. As far as I know, you are a very successful teacher, and quite popular among the students, so I want to ask you some questions about your teaching and your students.", "OK.", "First question, do you often give homework to your students after class?", "It depends. Maybe once or twice a week.", "Do you think it is good for your students to do a lot of homework?", "No, I don't think so. Too much homework takes too much of their free time. I seldom give homework to my students on the weekend.", "Do you agree the students need a lot of exercises in their spare time?", "Well, yes, but they also need time to relax and have a rest, especially on weekends.", "You are a great teacher. By the way, what do you do in your free time?", "I'm a very good football player. My team won the first place in our city last year.", "Congratulations! Well, thank you for your help." ]
2,008	4-1034	[ "Good evening, sir, madam. A table for two?", "No, thank you. But we have a small problem. Can you help us?", "Sure. What can I do for you?", "We are looking for a hotel. Are there any hotels near here?", "Yes, there are some hotels in the street. The nearest one is next to the bank. It's quite modern.", "Do you think there're any inexpensive ones nearby? We're leaving tomorrow morning.", "Yes. Drive west for about two minutes and you will find a grey building on the right side. It's a traditional family style hotel, very comfortable, and the price is quite reasonable.", "It sounds nice. Thank you very much for your help.", "That's all right." ]
2,012	4-1482	[ "Are you going somewhere for your vacation?", "Yes, I'm making plans for a tour.", "That'll be lovely. Where are you going?", "I start out from Long Island this Friday. I've planned a four-day drive to Salt Lake Ciy, where I'll join my brother and my family for his fortieth birthday.", "Well, you've got to prepare lots of food and enough sleeping bags then?", "Oh, no. I'll spend the nights in hotels and enjoy local food as I pass by. How does it sound?", "It sounds good. You can do a lot of sightseeing, too. So, you're going to have a nice vacation." ]
2,014	4-786	[ "How long will you take to finish your homework?", "If it takes Alice an hour to do the homework, it will surely take the rest of us two hours." ]
2,015	7-356	[ "Excuse me. What's happened? What plane takes off tonight?", "Sorry, Madam. The airport is closed. Planes won't take off until tomorrow morning.", "What? Then where can we stay for the night?", "We've arranged the rooms for you in the airport hotel. Two passengers will share a room.", "Em, that's too bad.", "Any problem, Madam?", "Yes, I have a bad habit. I can't sleep without lights on.", "Oh, really? Just now a lady told me she had the same habit." ]
2,017	5-762	[ "Three letters of recommendation are required to apply to graduate schools. I was wondering if the one professor Smith wrote for me last year could still be used.", "It's a bit dated. You'd better submit a recent one." ]
2,018	5-735	[ "You really seem to enjoy your literature class.", "You're right. It has opened a new world for me. I'm exposed to the thoughts of some of the world's best writers. I've never read so much in my life." ]
2,019	7-62	[ "Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the courthouse and I think I'm going the wrong way. Should I have turned left on Monroe Street?", "No, no. You're all right. Just keep going straight on Fourth Avenue until you get to the Post Office, and turn left there." ]
2,020	7-197	[ "The new baby must be keeping you up at all hours of the night.", "She's been pretty good since my mother moved in, and she's sleeping for a longer time at night. It's my thoughts as a mother that keep me awake at night." ]
2,021	5-501	[ "I hear John left his cat in your care while he's on vacation abroad. How are you getting along with it?", "Well, it never comes when I call it. It spills its food and sheds all over the place. I can't wait till John gets back." ]
2,022	4-1427	[ "Hello, welcome to our program \"Today City\". I'm Larry. We're going to Louisville Kentucky where our guest Michelle Ray comes from. She is proud of her middle-sized city with a small town feel and big city dreams. Now, Michelle, tell us about your city.", "Thank you, Larry. Here is my city. Louisville is my city. The first place I take visitors from out of town is to the Highlands for shopping and night life. When I have delicious Asian food I always go to the Zen Garden which provides wonderful all vegetable dishes.", "Wow, that's interesting. Many people go for healthy food now.", "You can say that again. If I want to go camping and fishing, I go to the Red River area. For complete quiet I can hide away in my house with a good book from one of our public libraries.", "That all sounds very exciting. I'm sure some of our listeners will include Louisville in their travel plan for their next holiday. Thank you, Michelle." ]
2,026	5-271	[ "Bill was a great guy. He was drowned while rescuing a child from the icy water of the river yesterday.", "Well, as far as I know, that was not the first dangerous situation he was in." ]
2,027	12-79	[ "Do you often have something to drink after supper?", "Yes, I often drink some coffee after supper." ]
2,028	7-191	[ "Harold, could you slow down a little bit?", "We're late, Jane. And I'm worried that we might run into traffic around Broadway, so I'm just trying to get there as fast as possible... Oh my God! Did you see what that bus just did?", "I knew we should have taken the subway." ]
2,029	7-249	[ "How often do you call your parents, Janet? I call mine every Saturday and every Sunday.", "I call my parents once a month. But they call me every two weeks." ]
2,030	4-50	[ "What a memory I have! I did write down the mobile number on a sheet of paper when I answered the phone this morning, even that Mr. Smith's email address, and now it is nowhere to be found!", "Don't worry. I'll be seeing him in an hour. I can ask him for his email address when I see him.", "That's very kind of you, Mr. Baker." ]
2,031	4-200	[ "If I were you,I'd take the bus to work. Driving in that rush hour traffic is terrible.", "But by the time the bus gets to my stop, there aren't any seats left." ]
2,036	5-87	[ "In my opinion, watching the news on TV is a good way to learn English. What do you think?", "It would be better if you could check the same information in English newspapers afterwards." ]
2,037	4-1113	[ "What exactly are you looking for?", "I am looking for a collection of the 19th century European paintings.", "Is it the book on your left, the one with the yellow cover?", "Let me see. Yeah, this is what I want. Thanks a lot." ]
2,038	4-1362	[ "Hi, Samantha. Do you have aminute?", "Hi, Richard. Come in, please.", "I've been trying to get hold of you all afternoon.", "I was at the weekly managers' meeting. How are things?", "Oh, splendid. I have somenews.", "Good news?", "Wonderful news...to me, anyway! I've been offered a job for three years as an assistant to Prof. Hayes from Birmingham University. I'll join him in Mexico City. What do you think about that?", "Wonderful, Richard! Just what you've always wanted, isn't it? Does it mean that you'll leave soon?", "Next week. But before I go, I'd like to invite you out for dinner - just to thank you for all the help you gave meduring my three-month research work here. Would tomorrow evening be a good time for you? We can go to the Shanghai Restaurant in Chinatown.", "Fine with me." ]
2,041	4-923	[ "Oh, let's just go in for a minute, I'm hungry.", "OK, but just a snack. We're eating supper at home tonight.", "Let's get some milk and bread.", "I don't really like milk. How about a soda?", "They say Coca-Cola makes you fat. Milk is healthier.", "Oh, if you want to be healthy, buy yoghurt. And put back those butter cookies you have in your hand.", "Alright! I'll get some juice. How about this bread?", "It looks fresh, but we'll be home soon.", "But I'm hungry now! I'll get the bread and eat it at the bus stop.", "Don't forget the juice.", "I'll get two bottles, one for you and one for me.", "Thanks, Now let's go." ]
2,044	15-1	[ "Mum, I'm watching today's football game on tape. If you happen to know the score, please don't tell me.", "OK, but you're not going to like it." ]
2,045	4-558	[ "Hi, would you like some free candies?", "Sure. What are you handing these out for?", "Well, we're trying to gather some volunteers for the day care center.", "Uh...", "It's OK. You don't have to volunteer if you eat the candies.", "I'm just playing around. Actually, I have some free time in the mornings after I go jogging. What exactly do you need?", "It's wide open right now, everything from playground assistants to diaper changers.", "Oh, I might pass on the latter. But spending some time on the playground with some small kids might be fun.", "Well, you're quite warm-hearted. I haven't even mentioned the benefits but you're volunteering.", "Oh, well, what are the benefits?", "Well, since you said you'd be likely to take a morning shift, there would be a free breakfast personally prepared by the cook.", "Great!" ]
2,048	4-792	[ "How would you like to come to New York with me over the spring break, Julia?", "I'd love to, John, but where would we stay?", "At a friend's house. I always stay with him and there's room for you too.", "OK. He won't mind?", "Of course not. He's looking forward to meeting you.", "Will we drive to New York?", "Yes, it takes about six hours. We can leave about noon and get there by suppertime.", "What's the climate like?", "It may be cold and rainy. Better bring a jacket and good walking shoes.", "Well, when do we leave?", "How about Thursday? Can you be ready by noon?", "No problem." ]
2,052	5-323	[ "My chemistry project is in trouble. My partner and I have totally different ideas about how to proceed.", "You should try to meet each other halfway." ]
2,053	17-245	[ "I promised my sister that I would attend the show if I didn't have work tomorrow.", "Why don't you take me along?" ]
2,054	7-367	[ "Welcome to this idition of writers. Tonight we have Steven Das with us. Congratulations on your book. It's such a success.", "Thank you.", "This is your first time to that poetry? Did you ever try before? Did you ever take any classes in poetry?", "Well. My only real experience was writing business plans. Other than that. I've experience. We're writing with concerned. I've always had the good grass of the writing with the English language. Thanks to my mom who studied my reading when I was very little.", "What's the hardest thing that in the world?", "Definitely finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say. There're always work word two that I might to rewrite if given the chance.", "Was there be more collections of poetry from Daisy?", "There will be more something that surprise. But maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I'd see what I wrote this kind of writing. that might inspaire people in someway." ]
2,058	17-246	[ "I am surprised to see you using the record player I was going to throw away!", "It still works. You'd better get fid of these wasteful habits." ]
2,059	7-64	[ "How did you like yesterday's play?", "On the whole, it was quite good. The part of the secretary was played wonderfully, but I think the man who played the boss was too dramatic to be realistic." ]
2,060	12-150	[ "I often go out for a walk after supper twice a week. What about you?", "Once a week." ]
2,061	4-759	[ "This is Officer Belford. You reported a break-in just now?", "Yes, I did.", "I'll need a little more information about it.", "Just the facts.", "What time did it happen?", "It must have been sometime between 12:00 and 1:30 because I was home until almost 12:00 and I just got back at 1:30.", "What did they get?", "Well, what I know now is some jewellery and the television.", "OK. Good, you're making a list. By the way, did you have your belongings marked?", "Yes. My husband put his name on the TV.", "By the way, where is your husband?", "He's on a trip to Canada. And I haven't told him about the robbery.", "I see, where did you put your jewellery?", "I put it in the refrigerator. But all my good jewellery is in the safe box in the bank.", "OK. I'll be in touch with you as soon as we have found anything about it." ]
2,064	4-3	[ "I haven't heard from my sister since last month.", "Don't worry, Charlie. Letters from the United States can be slow sometimes." ]
2,065	14-202	[ "Hello, Mary. Why are you standing here?", "I'm waiting for a bus. The buses are so full at this time of the day.", "Sure. Where are you going? I don't think this is your way home.", "You are right. I'm going for a walk in the park.", "Going for a walk even after along day's work?", "Yes. I always enjoy walking alone in the park after work.", "I see. Then why not go there on foot? It's not so far from here.", "Oh, no. I hate walking through the streets." ]
2,068	12-10	[ "Look! The boy is calling for help.", "Oh, yes. He fell into the river." ]
2,069	5-254	[ "It is exciting just to think about it! It'll be my first trip to Hawaii. But I may have trouble finding my way around there when I'm there.", "Don't worry about that. Just give me a call when you arrive. I'll be glad to show you around." ]
2,070	2-59	[ "The Golden Lion sounds like a good place to eat in.", "OK. Let's go there. I hear they have good service." ]
2,071	4-176	[ "Hi, Dave. Nice of you to take the trouble to get here. Come in.", "Wow. Looks as if the party is going strong.", "Yeah. And they're eating all my food. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting for the weekend.", "Oh. Which one is she?", "She's sitting on the sofa over there.", "You mean the woman with long black hair?", "That's right. Let me introduce her to you. You're very similar people, both so friendly and adventurous.", "And who's the man sitting next to her? Uh, the man wearing the jacket.", "Oh, that's Bob, my ballet teacher.", "Ballet teacher! I never knew you were into ballet.", "I started about two months ago. Come on. I'd like you to meet them.", "I'm coming." ]
2,074	10-41	[ "I will never go with Bill again. He could never remember where he parked his car.", "That certainly sounds like Bill." ]
2,075	12-207	[ "Let's see if the basketball game has started yet.", "Started? It must be clear who is winning by now." ]
2,076	5-163	[ "May I make a recommendation, sir? Our seafood with this special sauce is very good.", "Thank you, but I don't eat shellfish. I'm allergic to it." ]
2,077	4-980	[ "Tom, wake up! It's almost seven o'clock.", "Oh, morning, Mom. Did the alarm clock ring?", "Yes, it did.", "But I didn't hear it at all.", "What time did you set it for last night?", "Six o'clock.", "Hurry up, or you'll be late for school. Are you feeling ill?", "No. I'm only sleepy because I stayed awake the whole night.", "Breakfast is ready. Get dressed and get out of bed. Don't forget to wash you face and brush your teeth before you eat breakfast.", "OK, I'm coming." ]
2,079	14-196	[ "Great Theater. What can I do for you?", "Yes. Could you tell me what time the last play starts?" ]
2,080	2-118	[ "Hi, Jeanie. Why have you come to school an hour early?", "I wanted to get a front row seat and review one more time before the test. Why are you here so early, Jack?", "I get out of my car here this time every day. You seem to be nervous about your lessons. Have you finished your review?", "I've only been studying night and day for the last week. If I don't get an A in this class, I won't get the support of my country.", "This class is really just a review for me. I've been learning it for two years.", "That's lucky for you.", "Jeanie, can you guess what the test will be like? Will it be difficult?", "I hope not. But I'm still worried about it.", "Well, cheer up. Hope for good luck.", "Thanks for wishing me luck." ]
2,083	9-56	[ "What did you think of Dana's speech today?", "Well, she must have spent a lot time preparing it. I can't believe I can sit for that long without feeling bored." ]
2,084	12-554	[ "Excuse me, are you from Washington?", "No, we come from London." ]
2,085	14-43	[ "Betty, where did you go yesterday?", "I went to visit a friend of mine in the hospital.", "What did you talk about?", "We talked about a lot of different things.", "Did you talk about the weather?", "Yes, we did. We talked about the weather and about languages.", "Did your friend ask you any questions?", "Yes, she did. I answered almost all of her questions.", "Did you ask your friend any questions?", "Yes, I did. I asked her quite a few questions.", "How long did you stay there?", "About half an hour." ]
2,089	9-103	[ "Stanley, there is a Mr. Miller on the phone who wants to talk to you.", "I'm Busy at the moment. Can you ask him to hold? Tell him I'll talk with him in a few seconds.", "Sure, he's on Line 2.", "Thanks, Jane." ]
2,090	17-26	[ "A hotel? For a holiday like that? Why don't you try it the hard way? I have always taken a tent with us.", "Oh, it must be nice, but we could never contemplate it with our lot. We're terribly disorganized as a family and our car isn't big enough to get all of us in." ]
2,091	4-615	[ "I'm calling to say goodbye to you and Andy.", "When do you leave?", "I'm catching the 11:00 train.", "Take care of yourself and don't forget to keep in touch." ]
2,092	14-293	[ "Oh, I wish we had taken the lift.", "Cheer up. It's already on the 8th floor.", "But I am really tired out.", "Just think it's helpful for our health.", "Possibly, but if I know it was so far up, I wouldn't have suggested walking." ]
2,093	7-309	[ "Hi, Peter, haven't seen you for ages.", "Hi, Cathy. I've been busy with my book.", "Haven't finished yet?", "I will have in a few days.", "Are you going to advertise it yourself?", "Hmm, some friends suggested I should, but I'm still in two minds about it.", "If I were you, I would.", "Thank you for your advice. I think I'll market it." ]
2,095	12-144	[ "Hello. Can I speak to Linda, please?", "Sorry, there's no Linda here." ]
2,096	17-66	[ "Hello, Parkson College. May I help you?", "Yes. I'm looking for information on courses in computer programming. I would need it for the fall semester.", "Do you want a day or evening course?", "Well, it would have to be an evening course since I work during the day.", "Aha. Have you taken any courses in data processing?", "No.", "Oh! Well, data processing is a course you have to take before you can take computer programming.", "Oh, I see. Well, when is it given? I hope it is not on Thursdays.", "Well, there's a class that meets on Monday evenings at 7.", "Just once a week?", "Yes. But that's almost 3 hours from 7 to 9:45.", "Oh! Well, that's alright. I could manage that. How many weeks does the course last?", "Mm, let me see. 12 weeks. You start the first week in September, and finish, oh, just before Christmas. December 21st.", "And how much is the course?", "That's 300 dollars including the necessary computer time.", "Ah-hum. Okay. Eh, where do I go to register?", "Registration is on the second and third of September between 6 and 9 in Frost Hall.", "Is that the round building behind the parking lot?", "Yes, that's the one.", "Oh, I know how to get there. Is there anything that I should bring with me?", "No, just your checkbook.", "Well, thank you very much.", "You're very welcome. Bye!", "Bye!" ]
2,100	4-847	[ "Shall we go to the cinema this evening?", "Oh,sorry. I'm afraid I can't. I'm seeing my mum off at the airport at 7:30." ]
2,101	4-359	[ "If it doesn't stop raining by Thursday, we'll have to cancel the fair.", "No, we could just hold it indoors in the gym.", "I've checked. The gym and the school-hall are both booked." ]
2,102	12-645	[ "Hurry up, or we will get wet.", "Why didn't you take an umbrella this morning?" ]
2,103	12-639	[ "It's raining again!", "So you have to put off your meeting." ]
2,104	4-454	[ "Your apartment always looks so good, so tidy. Mine is such a mess.", "I've been at the lab all week. It was my roommate." ]
2,105	10-28	[ "I wish I hadn't hurt Linda's feeling like that yesterday. You know I never meant to.", "The great thing about Linda is that she doesn't hold any grudges. By tomorrow she'll have forgotten all about it." ]
2,111	9-86	[ "Oh, my neck is stiff.", "You should stand up and stretch your legs. Who can sit in front of the screen for ten hours without a break?", "Come on, Jim! You know my report is till tomorrow." ]
2,112	21-42	[ "Where is that book about cars! I laid it down on the table.", "I don't know. I did some cleaning and don't remember where I put it." ]
2,113	15-141	[ "Have you done this before?", "No, but if we follow the directions, we shouldn't have any trouble." ]
2,114	4-1026	[ "Hi, Lily. Where were you at lunchtime? I was looking for you in the dining hall.", "Oh, sorry, I missed you. My English class ran late again.", "That's been happening quite often recently. Maybe it's because the final exams are coming up.", "Yes. After class, there is always a group of students hanging around the professor asking questions. How about you? Are yon ready for the exams?", "I've been studying a lot recently, but my math problems are really giving me a big headache.", "Don't worry, Tom. There's still one month to go before the exam. You have enough time to work them out.", "Well, I don't need to spend much time on other subjects. I can pay more attention to my weak subjects." ]
2,117	5-528	[ "Hi, Professor Smith. I hear you've written a book titled Visions.", "Yes. It explains how science will revolutionize the 21st century.", "Could I ask you some questions concerning the book?", "Sure.", "Are you optimistic about the future?", "Generally, yeah. If we go back to the year of 1900, most Americans didn't live beyond the age of 50. Since then, we've had improvements in health care and technology. There is no reason why these won't continue far into the 21st century.", "Are we ready for the changes that will come?", "Changes are already happening. The future is here now. We have DNA, microchips, the internet. Some people's reaction is to say, we are too old; we don't understand new technology. My reaction is to say, we must educate people to use new technology now.", "Is world population going to be a big problem?", "Yes, and no. I think that world population will stop increasing as we all get richer. If you are a part of the middle class, you don't want or need 12 children.", "Will there be a world government?", "Very probably. We will have to manage the world and its resources on a global level because countries alone are too small.", "Will we have control of everything?", "I think we'll learn to control the weather, volcanoes and earthquakes. Illness won't exist. We'll grow new livers, kidneys, hearts, and lungs like spare parts for a car. People will live to about 130 or 150. For 2000 years, we have tried to understand our environment. Now we'll begin to control it." ]
2,121	4-1003	[ "I wonder if Henry is coming.", "We're supposed to be here at eight sharp. He told me he would be here at eight o'clock, and it's already half past eight.", "Perhaps something is wrong with him." ]
2,122	4-1170	[ "Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask you if you don't mind.", "Not at all. Go ahead.", "What is the purpose of your visit to the United Stated?", "I am going to attend a conference on air pollution. It will be held in the first two weeks of February at the University of California.", "The University of California?", "Yes, here is the official letter of invitation.", "I see. Fine. When do you want to go?", "I'd like to leave in mid-January if my passport is ready by then." ]
2,129	12-564	[ "Is there anything serious with me?", "Nothing serious. Take some medicine and you will get well soon." ]
2,130	21-70	[ "I need a picture for my ID card. Can you recommend a photographer?", "Yes, Johnson's on Main street is excellent, fast and inexpensive." ]
2,131	7-316	[ "Isn't Frank supposed to arrive in Chicago this morning? Ms. Tylor is waiting for him.", "He's just called to say his flight was canceled. He won't be able to arrive until the afternoon.", "Hmm, could you call him and ask him to email his report to Ms. Tylor then?" ]
2,132	2-57	[ "Red House Restaurant. May I help you?", "I'd like to book a table.", "For how many?", "Just two.", "For what time?", "8:00.", "I'm sorry, there aren't any tables left for 8: 00, but we can give you one for 7:00 or 9:00.", "All right. 9:00 then.", "May I have your name, please?", "Miller.", "A table for two at 9:00 for Mr Miller. Thank you.", "Thank you." ]
2,134	5-754	[ "I think you'd better find another partner. I love table tennis but I don't think I am improving.", "I'm poor, it's still too early to quit, nobody is expected to be a superstar. Just keep going and you get the high of it." ]
2,135	13-47	[ "Please answer the telephone. I'm washing the dishes.", "But mum, I'm washing my hair." ]
2,139	17-8	[ "Do you mind if I turn the TV off?", "Can't you see the football match hasn't finished yet?", "But the baby is already in bed.", "Oh, all right. You always get your way." ]
2,140	12-629	[ "Hello, may I speak to Mr. Zhang, please?", "I'm afraid you've got the wrong number." ]
2,141	10-32	[ "At the rate it is being used, the printer is not going to make it through the rest of the year.", "The year? It is supposed to be good for four!" ]
2,142	15-42	[ "Excuse me. but I think you made a wrong turn. You are supposed to turn left on Rosen Boulevard.", "Oh. I'm sorry. Didn't you say 1323 Willson?", "No, 3023. It's OK though. You don't have to take me there, I can walk from here.", "Why don't I just make a U turn at the corner?", "Well, you shouldn't make a U turn there. It's the one-way, street. See the sign up the head?", "Well, maybe if I turn left here I can comedown the next street,", "You can't do that either during the rush hour. Really though, don't go to any trouble. Sometimes one can wait 30 minutes for a taxi. So I'm happy to get this close,", "Thirty minutes! I've been riding around all day looking for passengers." ]

1,962

4-771

[ "Hi, Mary. Very glad to see you here.", "Hi, Robert, I'm glad to see you here, too.", "Your bike is so beautiful. Where was it made?", "In China." ]

1,963

4-238

[ "Excuse me. Do you live here?", "Yes.", "Oh, well, do you know where the English Language Institute is?", "Ah, yes. I think I know where it is. Do you have a car?", "No, I'm on foot.", "Well, as you go out of the station, just continue along the road until you come to the second crossing and then turn left into King Street.", "Yes.", "Then walk down the street just a bit and take the first turning on the right. And keep walking until you come to the park.", "A park, yes.", "Well, let's see. Walk through the park. As you get to the end of the path you will see two small roads. Take the road on the right and the English Language Institute is at the end of the road. You can't miss it.", "Thank you so much." ]

1,966

14-256

[ "Can you believe that we've finally found a house?", "Good for you. Tell me about the house!", "It doesn't look good outside. but it is lovely inside.", "How nice! How many bedrooms does it have?", "Well, it has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one big sitting room and a modern kitchen.", "Then your two boys don't need to share a room. They are happy with it?", "Yeah, they can have their own rooms. What interests me most is the small garden before the house. You know I love gardening so much." ]

1,969

11-26

[ "Why don't you go to work?", "I have to find one first." ]

1,970

3-94

[ "Those oranges look nice. How much are they?", "They're sixty cents a pound." ]

1,971

5-140

[ "I just received an Email from one of my former classmates. I was surprised. I hadn't heard from him for ages.", "Well, I've been out of touch with most of my old friends. Only one or two still drop me a line occasionally." ]

1,972

5-364

[ "The space shuttle is taking off tomorrow.", "I know, this is another routine mission. It is first flight with four years ago." ]

1,973

4-27

[ "How much money will I have to spend to rent an apartment in America? I'll only have $500 a month.", "Your rent should be about a quarter of that." ]

1,974

2-24

[ "Please turn off the lights, Harry.", "Why? What's the matter? I want to read the paper.", "If we turn on too many lights, all the electricity in the house will go off.", "Now who told you that?", "Our new neighbor Mr. Smith.", "Mr. Smith? When did he come to our home?", "I had to go to his home and ask for help today.", "What was wrong?", "When I turned on the washing machine, all the lights went out.", "Well, did he take care of it for you?", "Yes, but he said it would take a lot more work to do a really good job.", "What does he mean by a really good job?", "He said we need new electric wires throughout the house and a lot of other things.", "Did he tell you how much it would cost?", "Yes, about a thousand dollars.", "A thousand dollars? That's a lot of money. And just when we need to get some work done on our car, too." ]

1,977

4-1219

[ "I'm going to the school and I'll pass the supermarket on my way back. Do you need to buy anything,mum? I heard you said there's no coffee at home.", "You father bought it. Please buy a kilo of sugar, two kilos of rice and a pack of tea, Matthew." ]

1,978

2-16

[ "Are you looking forward to your trip to Canada, Susan?", "I can't wait to see Canada, Jason, but I'm scared stiff of the journey. My husband insists on flying, but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous.", "There's nothing to be frightened of. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day?", "I've no idea. Hundreds, I suppose.", "And how often do you hear of a crash? Once or twice a year?", "Yes, but aero-planes fly so high and fast that once is enough.", "There are more road accidents per day than air deaths per year. Air transport is really safe compared with road transport.", "I still prefer to go by sea. Ships may not travel fast but as least you can relax. I'd love a trip on a luxury liner like the Queen Elizabeth II.", "It's fine if you're a good sailor, but have you ever traveled far in a rough sea?", "No. I've only been in a boat once. I sailed down the River Thames on a sightseeing tour, but in any case I'd rather be sea - sick than dead." ]

1,981

5-368

[ "How do you like the car I just bought?", "Well, it seems to run well, but I think it needs a new paint job." ]

1,982

5-103

[ "You look like you are freezing to death. Why don't you put this on?", "Thank you, it was so warm at noon, I didn't expect the weather to change so quickly." ]

1,983

5-810

[ "I have to go to Prof. Hudson's office to discuss my thesis. If time allows, I'd like to go to the movies with you when I come back.", "I don't think I can make it. I'm going shopping with Jane right now." ]

1,984

4-598

[ "Bob, the flowers you keep look much better than those I keep.", "I take good care of them and my wife also waters them frequently." ]

1,985

5-675

[ "Well, the holiday is well soon be here.", "Yes, isn't it exciting by this time next week, we'll be on the plane?" ]

1,986

16-28

[ "When is the movie supposed to start?", "Take it easy. It won't start until 10: 30. We've still got 20 minutes." ]

1,987

2-109

[ "Where were you yesterday?", "I was at home asleep.", "Asleep! I thought that you had to take an exam.", "I was sick. I had a fever. I couldn't get out of bed.", "You still look a little sick. You couldn't go back to bed.", "I'm going now. I just came here to speak to my professor.", "What did he tell you?", "He said that I'd be able to take a make-up.", "Well, that's all right then. Are you going straight home?", "I have to stop at the drugstore on the way. I need some aspirin.", "Do you think that you should walk that far?", "I have to walk. I didn't bring my car. 1 didn't think I'd be able to drive today.", "Well, take care of yourself.", "OK. Thanks." ]

1,990

4-611

[ "Where's Joan? She said she would be here at 3, but now it's 3:30. She must have missed the train.", "I think so. I hope she doesn't miss the next one, otherwise she'll be late for the opening address at the conference." ]

1,991

10-93

[ "Paul's been taking 5 courses, but he's decided to drop one of them at the end of this semester.", "That may be for the best." ]

1,997

4-389

[ "We're having a lovely time,Dad.", "I'm sure there's a lot to do.", "There is! We've been for a walk in Central Park. It's so big! Everything here is big. And we've climbed the Empire State Building. The view was fantastic. We haven't been to Greenwich Village yet, and we haven't been to Chinatown, either. We're going to do that tomorrow.", "Have you seen the Statue of Liberty yet?", "Oh, yes, we have. We've just had a helicopter out of the city, and we flew really close to it.", "What about a show? Have you seen a show on Broadway yet?", "No, we haven't. We're going to see one on our last night here, but we haven't decided what to see yet." ]

1,999

17-68

[ "Hello.", "Hello, dad?", "Yes... Mary! How are you? Anything wrong?", "Oh, no. I just wanted to call and see how you and Morn are. It's been quite a while since I saw you last time.", "Oh, we're both fine. Your mother is down at the new shopping center shopping.", "For a new dress?", "No, for shoes this time, I think. How's David?", "He's fine. He likes his work and was given a raise last month by Mr Smith. We are all pretty pleased about that.", "Yes, I think you should be. And how are the children?", "Well, George's home from school today. It's nothing serious, just a bad cold. And. it's his birthday, too!", "Oh, I thought his birthday was May 24th.", "No. April 24th.", "Well, that's too bad. Tell him we'll send him a present.", "All right. Diane's still taking dancing lessons.", "She must be pretty good by now. How about Tom?", "He's OK, too. He's having a part-time job at a garage now.", "Well, it's certainly good to hear your voice.", "OK, dad. Nice talking to you and give Morn our love.", "All right. Good-bye." ]

2,003

4-770

[ "What do you think of cloning?", "No doubt it's a great invention. But if it's not properly handled, it may have some side effects.", "What do scientists say about it?", "They also have different opinions." ]

2,004

7-128

[ "Hi, Harry. You're taking a camera for tomorrow's trip, aren't you?", "Yes. And I have asked Max to bring pens and paper. You know our teacher wants us to take notes." ]

2,005

4-1532

[ "Hello?", "Hello. Is that Mr. Jackson?", "Yes, it is.", "Mr. Jackson. I am a reporter from the TV station at our school. As far as I know, you are a very successful teacher, and quite popular among the students, so I want to ask you some questions about your teaching and your students.", "OK.", "First question, do you often give homework to your students after class?", "It depends. Maybe once or twice a week.", "Do you think it is good for your students to do a lot of homework?", "No, I don't think so. Too much homework takes too much of their free time. I seldom give homework to my students on the weekend.", "Do you agree the students need a lot of exercises in their spare time?", "Well, yes, but they also need time to relax and have a rest, especially on weekends.", "You are a great teacher. By the way, what do you do in your free time?", "I'm a very good football player. My team won the first place in our city last year.", "Congratulations! Well, thank you for your help." ]

2,008

4-1034

[ "Good evening, sir, madam. A table for two?", "No, thank you. But we have a small problem. Can you help us?", "Sure. What can I do for you?", "We are looking for a hotel. Are there any hotels near here?", "Yes, there are some hotels in the street. The nearest one is next to the bank. It's quite modern.", "Do you think there're any inexpensive ones nearby? We're leaving tomorrow morning.", "Yes. Drive west for about two minutes and you will find a grey building on the right side. It's a traditional family style hotel, very comfortable, and the price is quite reasonable.", "It sounds nice. Thank you very much for your help.", "That's all right." ]

2,012

4-1482

[ "Are you going somewhere for your vacation?", "Yes, I'm making plans for a tour.", "That'll be lovely. Where are you going?", "I start out from Long Island this Friday. I've planned a four-day drive to Salt Lake Ciy, where I'll join my brother and my family for his fortieth birthday.", "Well, you've got to prepare lots of food and enough sleeping bags then?", "Oh, no. I'll spend the nights in hotels and enjoy local food as I pass by. How does it sound?", "It sounds good. You can do a lot of sightseeing, too. So, you're going to have a nice vacation." ]

2,014

4-786

[ "How long will you take to finish your homework?", "If it takes Alice an hour to do the homework, it will surely take the rest of us two hours." ]

2,015

7-356

[ "Excuse me. What's happened? What plane takes off tonight?", "Sorry, Madam. The airport is closed. Planes won't take off until tomorrow morning.", "What? Then where can we stay for the night?", "We've arranged the rooms for you in the airport hotel. Two passengers will share a room.", "Em, that's too bad.", "Any problem, Madam?", "Yes, I have a bad habit. I can't sleep without lights on.", "Oh, really? Just now a lady told me she had the same habit." ]

2,017

5-762

[ "Three letters of recommendation are required to apply to graduate schools. I was wondering if the one professor Smith wrote for me last year could still be used.", "It's a bit dated. You'd better submit a recent one." ]

2,018

5-735

[ "You really seem to enjoy your literature class.", "You're right. It has opened a new world for me. I'm exposed to the thoughts of some of the world's best writers. I've never read so much in my life." ]

2,019

7-62

[ "Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the courthouse and I think I'm going the wrong way. Should I have turned left on Monroe Street?", "No, no. You're all right. Just keep going straight on Fourth Avenue until you get to the Post Office, and turn left there." ]

2,020

7-197

[ "The new baby must be keeping you up at all hours of the night.", "She's been pretty good since my mother moved in, and she's sleeping for a longer time at night. It's my thoughts as a mother that keep me awake at night." ]

2,021

5-501

[ "I hear John left his cat in your care while he's on vacation abroad. How are you getting along with it?", "Well, it never comes when I call it. It spills its food and sheds all over the place. I can't wait till John gets back." ]

2,022

4-1427

[ "Hello, welcome to our program \"Today City\". I'm Larry. We're going to Louisville Kentucky where our guest Michelle Ray comes from. She is proud of her middle-sized city with a small town feel and big city dreams. Now, Michelle, tell us about your city.", "Thank you, Larry. Here is my city. Louisville is my city. The first place I take visitors from out of town is to the Highlands for shopping and night life. When I have delicious Asian food I always go to the Zen Garden which provides wonderful all vegetable dishes.", "Wow, that's interesting. Many people go for healthy food now.", "You can say that again. If I want to go camping and fishing, I go to the Red River area. For complete quiet I can hide away in my house with a good book from one of our public libraries.", "That all sounds very exciting. I'm sure some of our listeners will include Louisville in their travel plan for their next holiday. Thank you, Michelle." ]

2,026

5-271

[ "Bill was a great guy. He was drowned while rescuing a child from the icy water of the river yesterday.", "Well, as far as I know, that was not the first dangerous situation he was in." ]

2,027

12-79

[ "Do you often have something to drink after supper?", "Yes, I often drink some coffee after supper." ]

2,028

7-191

[ "Harold, could you slow down a little bit?", "We're late, Jane. And I'm worried that we might run into traffic around Broadway, so I'm just trying to get there as fast as possible... Oh my God! Did you see what that bus just did?", "I knew we should have taken the subway." ]

2,029

7-249

[ "How often do you call your parents, Janet? I call mine every Saturday and every Sunday.", "I call my parents once a month. But they call me every two weeks." ]

2,030

4-50

[ "What a memory I have! I did write down the mobile number on a sheet of paper when I answered the phone this morning, even that Mr. Smith's email address, and now it is nowhere to be found!", "Don't worry. I'll be seeing him in an hour. I can ask him for his email address when I see him.", "That's very kind of you, Mr. Baker." ]

2,031

4-200

[ "If I were you,I'd take the bus to work. Driving in that rush hour traffic is terrible.", "But by the time the bus gets to my stop, there aren't any seats left." ]

2,036

5-87

[ "In my opinion, watching the news on TV is a good way to learn English. What do you think?", "It would be better if you could check the same information in English newspapers afterwards." ]

2,037

4-1113

[ "What exactly are you looking for?", "I am looking for a collection of the 19th century European paintings.", "Is it the book on your left, the one with the yellow cover?", "Let me see. Yeah, this is what I want. Thanks a lot." ]

2,038

4-1362

[ "Hi, Samantha. Do you have aminute?", "Hi, Richard. Come in, please.", "I've been trying to get hold of you all afternoon.", "I was at the weekly managers' meeting. How are things?", "Oh, splendid. I have somenews.", "Good news?", "Wonderful news...to me, anyway! I've been offered a job for three years as an assistant to Prof. Hayes from Birmingham University. I'll join him in Mexico City. What do you think about that?", "Wonderful, Richard! Just what you've always wanted, isn't it? Does it mean that you'll leave soon?", "Next week. But before I go, I'd like to invite you out for dinner - just to thank you for all the help you gave meduring my three-month research work here. Would tomorrow evening be a good time for you? We can go to the Shanghai Restaurant in Chinatown.", "Fine with me." ]

2,041

4-923

[ "Oh, let's just go in for a minute, I'm hungry.", "OK, but just a snack. We're eating supper at home tonight.", "Let's get some milk and bread.", "I don't really like milk. How about a soda?", "They say Coca-Cola makes you fat. Milk is healthier.", "Oh, if you want to be healthy, buy yoghurt. And put back those butter cookies you have in your hand.", "Alright! I'll get some juice. How about this bread?", "It looks fresh, but we'll be home soon.", "But I'm hungry now! I'll get the bread and eat it at the bus stop.", "Don't forget the juice.", "I'll get two bottles, one for you and one for me.", "Thanks, Now let's go." ]

2,044

15-1

[ "Mum, I'm watching today's football game on tape. If you happen to know the score, please don't tell me.", "OK, but you're not going to like it." ]

2,045

4-558

[ "Hi, would you like some free candies?", "Sure. What are you handing these out for?", "Well, we're trying to gather some volunteers for the day care center.", "Uh...", "It's OK. You don't have to volunteer if you eat the candies.", "I'm just playing around. Actually, I have some free time in the mornings after I go jogging. What exactly do you need?", "It's wide open right now, everything from playground assistants to diaper changers.", "Oh, I might pass on the latter. But spending some time on the playground with some small kids might be fun.", "Well, you're quite warm-hearted. I haven't even mentioned the benefits but you're volunteering.", "Oh, well, what are the benefits?", "Well, since you said you'd be likely to take a morning shift, there would be a free breakfast personally prepared by the cook.", "Great!" ]

2,048

4-792

[ "How would you like to come to New York with me over the spring break, Julia?", "I'd love to, John, but where would we stay?", "At a friend's house. I always stay with him and there's room for you too.", "OK. He won't mind?", "Of course not. He's looking forward to meeting you.", "Will we drive to New York?", "Yes, it takes about six hours. We can leave about noon and get there by suppertime.", "What's the climate like?", "It may be cold and rainy. Better bring a jacket and good walking shoes.", "Well, when do we leave?", "How about Thursday? Can you be ready by noon?", "No problem." ]

2,052

5-323

[ "My chemistry project is in trouble. My partner and I have totally different ideas about how to proceed.", "You should try to meet each other halfway." ]

2,053

17-245

[ "I promised my sister that I would attend the show if I didn't have work tomorrow.", "Why don't you take me along?" ]

2,054

7-367

[ "Welcome to this idition of writers. Tonight we have Steven Das with us. Congratulations on your book. It's such a success.", "Thank you.", "This is your first time to that poetry? Did you ever try before? Did you ever take any classes in poetry?", "Well. My only real experience was writing business plans. Other than that. I've experience. We're writing with concerned. I've always had the good grass of the writing with the English language. Thanks to my mom who studied my reading when I was very little.", "What's the hardest thing that in the world?", "Definitely finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say. There're always work word two that I might to rewrite if given the chance.", "Was there be more collections of poetry from Daisy?", "There will be more something that surprise. But maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I'd see what I wrote this kind of writing. that might inspaire people in someway." ]

2,058

17-246

[ "I am surprised to see you using the record player I was going to throw away!", "It still works. You'd better get fid of these wasteful habits." ]

2,059

7-64

[ "How did you like yesterday's play?", "On the whole, it was quite good. The part of the secretary was played wonderfully, but I think the man who played the boss was too dramatic to be realistic." ]

2,060

12-150

[ "I often go out for a walk after supper twice a week. What about you?", "Once a week." ]

2,061

4-759

[ "This is Officer Belford. You reported a break-in just now?", "Yes, I did.", "I'll need a little more information about it.", "Just the facts.", "What time did it happen?", "It must have been sometime between 12:00 and 1:30 because I was home until almost 12:00 and I just got back at 1:30.", "What did they get?", "Well, what I know now is some jewellery and the television.", "OK. Good, you're making a list. By the way, did you have your belongings marked?", "Yes. My husband put his name on the TV.", "By the way, where is your husband?", "He's on a trip to Canada. And I haven't told him about the robbery.", "I see, where did you put your jewellery?", "I put it in the refrigerator. But all my good jewellery is in the safe box in the bank.", "OK. I'll be in touch with you as soon as we have found anything about it." ]

2,064

4-3

[ "I haven't heard from my sister since last month.", "Don't worry, Charlie. Letters from the United States can be slow sometimes." ]

2,065

14-202

[ "Hello, Mary. Why are you standing here?", "I'm waiting for a bus. The buses are so full at this time of the day.", "Sure. Where are you going? I don't think this is your way home.", "You are right. I'm going for a walk in the park.", "Going for a walk even after along day's work?", "Yes. I always enjoy walking alone in the park after work.", "I see. Then why not go there on foot? It's not so far from here.", "Oh, no. I hate walking through the streets." ]

2,068

12-10

[ "Look! The boy is calling for help.", "Oh, yes. He fell into the river." ]

2,069

5-254

[ "It is exciting just to think about it! It'll be my first trip to Hawaii. But I may have trouble finding my way around there when I'm there.", "Don't worry about that. Just give me a call when you arrive. I'll be glad to show you around." ]

2,070

2-59

[ "The Golden Lion sounds like a good place to eat in.", "OK. Let's go there. I hear they have good service." ]

2,071

4-176

[ "Hi, Dave. Nice of you to take the trouble to get here. Come in.", "Wow. Looks as if the party is going strong.", "Yeah. And they're eating all my food. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting for the weekend.", "Oh. Which one is she?", "She's sitting on the sofa over there.", "You mean the woman with long black hair?", "That's right. Let me introduce her to you. You're very similar people, both so friendly and adventurous.", "And who's the man sitting next to her? Uh, the man wearing the jacket.", "Oh, that's Bob, my ballet teacher.", "Ballet teacher! I never knew you were into ballet.", "I started about two months ago. Come on. I'd like you to meet them.", "I'm coming." ]

2,074

10-41

[ "I will never go with Bill again. He could never remember where he parked his car.", "That certainly sounds like Bill." ]

2,075

12-207

[ "Let's see if the basketball game has started yet.", "Started? It must be clear who is winning by now." ]

2,076

5-163

[ "May I make a recommendation, sir? Our seafood with this special sauce is very good.", "Thank you, but I don't eat shellfish. I'm allergic to it." ]

2,077

4-980

[ "Tom, wake up! It's almost seven o'clock.", "Oh, morning, Mom. Did the alarm clock ring?", "Yes, it did.", "But I didn't hear it at all.", "What time did you set it for last night?", "Six o'clock.", "Hurry up, or you'll be late for school. Are you feeling ill?", "No. I'm only sleepy because I stayed awake the whole night.", "Breakfast is ready. Get dressed and get out of bed. Don't forget to wash you face and brush your teeth before you eat breakfast.", "OK, I'm coming." ]

2,079

14-196

[ "Great Theater. What can I do for you?", "Yes. Could you tell me what time the last play starts?" ]

2,080

2-118

[ "Hi, Jeanie. Why have you come to school an hour early?", "I wanted to get a front row seat and review one more time before the test. Why are you here so early, Jack?", "I get out of my car here this time every day. You seem to be nervous about your lessons. Have you finished your review?", "I've only been studying night and day for the last week. If I don't get an A in this class, I won't get the support of my country.", "This class is really just a review for me. I've been learning it for two years.", "That's lucky for you.", "Jeanie, can you guess what the test will be like? Will it be difficult?", "I hope not. But I'm still worried about it.", "Well, cheer up. Hope for good luck.", "Thanks for wishing me luck." ]

2,083

9-56

[ "What did you think of Dana's speech today?", "Well, she must have spent a lot time preparing it. I can't believe I can sit for that long without feeling bored." ]

2,084

12-554

[ "Excuse me, are you from Washington?", "No, we come from London." ]

2,085

14-43

[ "Betty, where did you go yesterday?", "I went to visit a friend of mine in the hospital.", "What did you talk about?", "We talked about a lot of different things.", "Did you talk about the weather?", "Yes, we did. We talked about the weather and about languages.", "Did your friend ask you any questions?", "Yes, she did. I answered almost all of her questions.", "Did you ask your friend any questions?", "Yes, I did. I asked her quite a few questions.", "How long did you stay there?", "About half an hour." ]

2,089

9-103

[ "Stanley, there is a Mr. Miller on the phone who wants to talk to you.", "I'm Busy at the moment. Can you ask him to hold? Tell him I'll talk with him in a few seconds.", "Sure, he's on Line 2.", "Thanks, Jane." ]

2,090

17-26

[ "A hotel? For a holiday like that? Why don't you try it the hard way? I have always taken a tent with us.", "Oh, it must be nice, but we could never contemplate it with our lot. We're terribly disorganized as a family and our car isn't big enough to get all of us in." ]

2,091

4-615

[ "I'm calling to say goodbye to you and Andy.", "When do you leave?", "I'm catching the 11:00 train.", "Take care of yourself and don't forget to keep in touch." ]

2,092

14-293

[ "Oh, I wish we had taken the lift.", "Cheer up. It's already on the 8th floor.", "But I am really tired out.", "Just think it's helpful for our health.", "Possibly, but if I know it was so far up, I wouldn't have suggested walking." ]

2,093

7-309

[ "Hi, Peter, haven't seen you for ages.", "Hi, Cathy. I've been busy with my book.", "Haven't finished yet?", "I will have in a few days.", "Are you going to advertise it yourself?", "Hmm, some friends suggested I should, but I'm still in two minds about it.", "If I were you, I would.", "Thank you for your advice. I think I'll market it." ]

2,095

12-144

[ "Hello. Can I speak to Linda, please?", "Sorry, there's no Linda here." ]

2,096

17-66

[ "Hello, Parkson College. May I help you?", "Yes. I'm looking for information on courses in computer programming. I would need it for the fall semester.", "Do you want a day or evening course?", "Well, it would have to be an evening course since I work during the day.", "Aha. Have you taken any courses in data processing?", "No.", "Oh! Well, data processing is a course you have to take before you can take computer programming.", "Oh, I see. Well, when is it given? I hope it is not on Thursdays.", "Well, there's a class that meets on Monday evenings at 7.", "Just once a week?", "Yes. But that's almost 3 hours from 7 to 9:45.", "Oh! Well, that's alright. I could manage that. How many weeks does the course last?", "Mm, let me see. 12 weeks. You start the first week in September, and finish, oh, just before Christmas. December 21st.", "And how much is the course?", "That's 300 dollars including the necessary computer time.", "Ah-hum. Okay. Eh, where do I go to register?", "Registration is on the second and third of September between 6 and 9 in Frost Hall.", "Is that the round building behind the parking lot?", "Yes, that's the one.", "Oh, I know how to get there. Is there anything that I should bring with me?", "No, just your checkbook.", "Well, thank you very much.", "You're very welcome. Bye!", "Bye!" ]

2,100

4-847

[ "Shall we go to the cinema this evening?", "Oh,sorry. I'm afraid I can't. I'm seeing my mum off at the airport at 7:30." ]

2,101

4-359

[ "If it doesn't stop raining by Thursday, we'll have to cancel the fair.", "No, we could just hold it indoors in the gym.", "I've checked. The gym and the school-hall are both booked." ]

2,102

12-645

[ "Hurry up, or we will get wet.", "Why didn't you take an umbrella this morning?" ]

2,103

12-639

[ "It's raining again!", "So you have to put off your meeting." ]

2,104

4-454

[ "Your apartment always looks so good, so tidy. Mine is such a mess.", "I've been at the lab all week. It was my roommate." ]

2,105

10-28

[ "I wish I hadn't hurt Linda's feeling like that yesterday. You know I never meant to.", "The great thing about Linda is that she doesn't hold any grudges. By tomorrow she'll have forgotten all about it." ]

2,111

9-86

[ "Oh, my neck is stiff.", "You should stand up and stretch your legs. Who can sit in front of the screen for ten hours without a break?", "Come on, Jim! You know my report is till tomorrow." ]

2,112

21-42

[ "Where is that book about cars! I laid it down on the table.", "I don't know. I did some cleaning and don't remember where I put it." ]

2,113

15-141

[ "Have you done this before?", "No, but if we follow the directions, we shouldn't have any trouble." ]

2,114

4-1026

[ "Hi, Lily. Where were you at lunchtime? I was looking for you in the dining hall.", "Oh, sorry, I missed you. My English class ran late again.", "That's been happening quite often recently. Maybe it's because the final exams are coming up.", "Yes. After class, there is always a group of students hanging around the professor asking questions. How about you? Are yon ready for the exams?", "I've been studying a lot recently, but my math problems are really giving me a big headache.", "Don't worry, Tom. There's still one month to go before the exam. You have enough time to work them out.", "Well, I don't need to spend much time on other subjects. I can pay more attention to my weak subjects." ]

2,117

5-528

[ "Hi, Professor Smith. I hear you've written a book titled Visions.", "Yes. It explains how science will revolutionize the 21st century.", "Could I ask you some questions concerning the book?", "Sure.", "Are you optimistic about the future?", "Generally, yeah. If we go back to the year of 1900, most Americans didn't live beyond the age of 50. Since then, we've had improvements in health care and technology. There is no reason why these won't continue far into the 21st century.", "Are we ready for the changes that will come?", "Changes are already happening. The future is here now. We have DNA, microchips, the internet. Some people's reaction is to say, we are too old; we don't understand new technology. My reaction is to say, we must educate people to use new technology now.", "Is world population going to be a big problem?", "Yes, and no. I think that world population will stop increasing as we all get richer. If you are a part of the middle class, you don't want or need 12 children.", "Will there be a world government?", "Very probably. We will have to manage the world and its resources on a global level because countries alone are too small.", "Will we have control of everything?", "I think we'll learn to control the weather, volcanoes and earthquakes. Illness won't exist. We'll grow new livers, kidneys, hearts, and lungs like spare parts for a car. People will live to about 130 or 150. For 2000 years, we have tried to understand our environment. Now we'll begin to control it." ]

2,121

4-1003

[ "I wonder if Henry is coming.", "We're supposed to be here at eight sharp. He told me he would be here at eight o'clock, and it's already half past eight.", "Perhaps something is wrong with him." ]

2,122

4-1170

[ "Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask you if you don't mind.", "Not at all. Go ahead.", "What is the purpose of your visit to the United Stated?", "I am going to attend a conference on air pollution. It will be held in the first two weeks of February at the University of California.", "The University of California?", "Yes, here is the official letter of invitation.", "I see. Fine. When do you want to go?", "I'd like to leave in mid-January if my passport is ready by then." ]

2,129

12-564

[ "Is there anything serious with me?", "Nothing serious. Take some medicine and you will get well soon." ]

2,130

21-70

[ "I need a picture for my ID card. Can you recommend a photographer?", "Yes, Johnson's on Main street is excellent, fast and inexpensive." ]

2,131

7-316

[ "Isn't Frank supposed to arrive in Chicago this morning? Ms. Tylor is waiting for him.", "He's just called to say his flight was canceled. He won't be able to arrive until the afternoon.", "Hmm, could you call him and ask him to email his report to Ms. Tylor then?" ]

2,132

2-57

[ "Red House Restaurant. May I help you?", "I'd like to book a table.", "For how many?", "Just two.", "For what time?", "8:00.", "I'm sorry, there aren't any tables left for 8: 00, but we can give you one for 7:00 or 9:00.", "All right. 9:00 then.", "May I have your name, please?", "Miller.", "A table for two at 9:00 for Mr Miller. Thank you.", "Thank you." ]

2,134

5-754

[ "I think you'd better find another partner. I love table tennis but I don't think I am improving.", "I'm poor, it's still too early to quit, nobody is expected to be a superstar. Just keep going and you get the high of it." ]

2,135

13-47

[ "Please answer the telephone. I'm washing the dishes.", "But mum, I'm washing my hair." ]

2,139

17-8

[ "Do you mind if I turn the TV off?", "Can't you see the football match hasn't finished yet?", "But the baby is already in bed.", "Oh, all right. You always get your way." ]

2,140

12-629

[ "Hello, may I speak to Mr. Zhang, please?", "I'm afraid you've got the wrong number." ]

2,141

10-32

[ "At the rate it is being used, the printer is not going to make it through the rest of the year.", "The year? It is supposed to be good for four!" ]

2,142

15-42

[ "Excuse me. but I think you made a wrong turn. You are supposed to turn left on Rosen Boulevard.", "Oh. I'm sorry. Didn't you say 1323 Willson?", "No, 3023. It's OK though. You don't have to take me there, I can walk from here.", "Why don't I just make a U turn at the corner?", "Well, you shouldn't make a U turn there. It's the one-way, street. See the sign up the head?", "Well, maybe if I turn left here I can comedown the next street,", "You can't do that either during the rush hour. Really though, don't go to any trouble. Sometimes one can wait 30 minutes for a taxi. So I'm happy to get this close,", "Thirty minutes! I've been riding around all day looking for passengers." ]