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

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2,145	9-45	[ "I saw your company photograph in the paper, Martin. You've got a lot of people.", "Yes. Our art director has just hired four new designers." ]
2,146	4-1449	[ "Did you hear that Mr. Peterson is coming next week, Gordon?", "Yes, so I called all the department heads to my office this morning. We need to give him reports on our program." ]
2,147	18-2	[ "Well, madam, the first and the most important thing I have to tell you is that there is really nothing seriously wrong with you, physically that is. The analyst's report shows that basically you are very fit.", "So, why is it that I'm always so nervous... tense... ready to jump on anybody-my husband, children, and colleagues?", "I think your condition has a lot to do with your habits.", "Habits?", "Yes... now tell me, madam, you smoke, don't you?", "Yes, I'm afraid I do, doctor.", "And, very heavily, I imagine.", "Yes, quite heavily.", "What do you eat normally?", "I'm a good eater. Yes, I'd say I'm a good eater. But usually, I don't eat breakfast.", "That's bad for your health. I think you should get up early and have breakfast. And, another question, do you get up early?", "No, I usually get up at 9:00 a. m. I get up late because I go to bed too late. I stay up late watching TV till the midnight.", "What sport do you usually do?", "I don't like sports. But sometimes I play cards with some friends, that may be my sport.", "I think, madam, for your health, you'd better change your way of life." ]
2,150	2-11	[ "I have been thinking about my uncle a lot these days.", "Why not go over for a visit?" ]
2,151	5-634	[ "You look upset. Anything wrong?", "I failed in physics exam again in spite of all the efforts I made." ]
2,152	4-1486	[ "Sound and Vision, Administrative Department, Eve Wheeler speaking. Can I help you?", "Good afternoon, madam. This is John Cruise. I wish to register a complaint about my video recorder.", "I see. I hope I can be of some help. Can you explain what the problem is, please?", "Well, the recorder has severely damaged two quite valuable tapes of mine. And you guaranteed that this machine is the best there. I hope you understand that a simple repair is just not enough. I demand compensation for the lost tapes as well.", "I'm sorry. That's all very unfortunate. I'm sure something can be done. I will put you through to our legal consulant, Mrs. Schroder. One moment, please. (dialing sound...) Hello, Mr. Cruise? Thank you for waiting. I'm awfully sorry, but Mrs. Schroder is having a meeting right now. Could she call you back later this afternoon?", "I hope you're not trying to get rid of me.", "Not at all, sir. I have noted your complaint and I will urge Mrs. Schroder to call you back as soon as possible. Could I have your phone number, please?", "Yes. It's 0181 945 8719.", "Thank you very much. Goodbye." ]
2,155	5-745	[ "What was the weather like when you werein New York last week?", "It was very much like the weather here in Beijing. So you needn't take muchclothes if you don't plan to stay there long." ]
2,156	21-208	[ "I'd like to change this red table cloth with the green one.", "Ok. The red one is only $ 11, and the green one is $ 15." ]
2,157	5-84	[ "You've been doing weather reports for neatly 30 years. Has the weather got any worse in all these years?", "Well, not necessarily worse. But we are seeing more swings." ]
2,158	13-11	[ "What clay is it today?", "It is Wednesday." ]
2,159	5-210	[ "Please hold the line, Mrs. Smith. The doctor will talk to you in a minute.", "I'm afraid I may have to hang up. I don't have any more coins and the line will be cut soon." ]
2,160	5-160	[ "This crazy bus schedule has got me completely confused. I can't figure out when my bus to Cleveland leaves?", "Why don't you just go to the ticket window and ask?" ]
2,161	3-152	[ "So, here we are, deep in the forest. With me is Dr. Green, can you tell us a little about this wonderful place?", "Yes, of course. As you can see, the forest is full of trees, birds and insects.", "Yes, there are strange and beautiful plants everywhere. How many different kinds of plants are there?", "Well, in just one square kilometer of the forest, you can find about 1,500 different kinds of plants and 750 different kinds of trees. And many of them don't grow in any other places of the world.", "Really? Now I'm sure the people listening to this program can hear this unbelievable noise of birds. What's making all the noise?", "Well, of course. The forest is full of living things. You can find about 400 different kinds of birds in just one square kilometer.", "Really? How interesting!" ]
2,164	15-132	[ "Are there any long rivers in Africa?", "Yes, for example, the River Nile is the longest fiver in the world.", "Is it Egypt? I hear that it used to flood large areas. What about it today?", "In order to control the flood and make electricity, people built the Aswan High Dam on the river.", "Then it is another interesting place, isn't it?" ]
2,166	21-235	[ "I would like to return this pair of shoes.", "Do you have a sales slip?" ]
2,167	4-696	[ "Operator, I've been trying to make a phone call for nearly 10 minutes and I just can't get through.", "Just tell me the number and I'll try it for you." ]
2,170	17-45	[ "I wish I could get used to this terrible weather.", "I usually fly to the North during this time." ]
2,171	4-126	[ "Let's hurry, Susan. It's ten thirty, or we'll be late for the meeting.", "Calm down, Mike. We've got twenty minutes to go. There is no hurry." ]
2,172	4-1121	[ "Hey, Tim. My uncle died last weekend. His funeral is on Thursday, so I can't work. Can you work for me tomorrow?", "Sorry, Jenny, but I have a soccer game on Thursday. You should ask Melinda to take your shift. I think she got back from vacation yesterday." ]
2,174	5-547	[ "I got two letters this morning with job offers, one from the Polytechnic, and the other from the Language School in Pistoia, Italy.", "So you are not sure which to go for?", "That's it. Of course, the conditions of work are very different: The Polytechnic is offering two-year contract which could be renewed, but the Language School is only offering a year's contract, and that's a definite minus. It could be renewed, but you never know.", "I see. So it's much less secure. But you don't need to think too much about steady jobs when you are only 23.", "That's true.", "What about the salaries?", "Well, the Pistoia job pays much better in the short term. I'll be getting the equivalent of about 22,000 pounds a year there, but only 20,000 pounds at the Polytechnic. But then the hours are different. At the Polytechnic I'd have to do 35 hours a week, 20 teaching and 15 administration, whereas the Pistoia school is only asking for 30 hours teaching.", "Mmm...", "Then the type of teaching is so different. The Polytechnic is all adults and mostly preparation for exams like the Cambridge certificates. The Language School wants me to do a bit of exam preparation, but also quite a lot of work in companies and factories, and a couple of children's classes. Oh, and a bit of literature teaching.", "Well, that sounds much more varied and interesting. And I'd imagine you'd be doing quite a lot of teaching outside the school, and moving around quite a bit.", "Yes, whereas with the Polytechnic position, I'd be stuck in the school all day." ]
2,177	4-560	[ "What's the matter? Are you hurt?", "I slipped on the stairs and fell down. I think my arm is broken.", "Let me see. I don't think it's broken, but we are going to see the doctor right now." ]
2,178	2-89	[ "My father does a lot of business and travels a lot. I like his job.", "Are you going to study International Business at university, then?", "I have not made up my mind yet, but very probably, yes." ]
2,179	5-11	[ "What do you think of the apple pie? I made it myself.", "Very delicious indeed. Even my mother's cannot match this." ]
2,185	5-526	[ "Have you heard of Professor Smith? I'm thinking of taking an advanced engineering course with him. What do you think?", "Yeah! You really should. He's published dozens of books so far, once been recommended as a textbook for postgraduates." ]
2,186	11-9	[ "Where is Jim?", "He has gone to England with his family. He won't be back until September." ]
2,187	14-4	[ "Why did Mary give Jim flowers?", "I think yesterday was Jim's birthday." ]
2,188	15-27	[ "Excuse me, sir. How can I get to this hotel? I can't find it.", "It's easy. Just go along this street to 26th Avenue. And then you'll find it next to the hank." ]
2,189	12-542	[ "What time is it now?", "A quarter to eleven." ]
2,190	4-1409	[ "Hello!", "Hello, Mike! This is Jane.", "Oh. Hello, Jane!", "Listen, Mike! I've got a real problem.", "What is it?", "The car's broken down.", "Oh, not again.", "Yeah. I checked the oil and I checked almost everything. It's just not starting at all.", "You have to get rid of it, you know.", "I know, I know. But look, the thing is, I've got to pick Tom up at the airport. Can I......?", "Use my car? Yes, of course.", "That'll be great! It's very kind of you.", "Come on when you like. I don't need it till tonight.", "OK! I'll be around in about an hour. Thanks a lot!", "It's all right. See you then!", "See you!" ]
2,193	5-766	[ "I don't know what to do. I can't seem to get anyone in the hospital to listen to my complaints and this outdated equipment is dangerous. Just look at it.", "Hmm, uh, are you trying to say that it presents a health hazard?", "Yes, I am. The head technician in the lab tried to persuade the hospital administration to replace it, but they are trying to cut costs.", "You are pregnant, aren't you?", "Yes, I am. I made an effort to get my supervisor to transfer me to another department, but he urged me not to complain too loudly. Because the administration is more likely to replace me than an X-ray equipment, I'm afraid to refuse to work. But I'm more afraid to expose my unborn child to the radiation.", "I see what you mean. Well, as your union representative, I have to warn you that it would take quite a while to force management to replace the old machines and attempt to get you transferred may or may not be successful.", "Oh, what am I supposed to do then?", "Workers have the legal right to refuse certain unsafe work assignments under two federal laws, the Occupation or Safety and Health Act and the National Labor Relations Act. But the requirements of either of the Acts may be difficult to meet.", "Do you think I have a good case?", "If you do lose your job, the union will fight to get it back for you along with back pay, your lost income. But you have to be prepared for a long wait, maybe after two years." ]
2,197	21-200	[ "What is that noise?", "That is Robert sawing the broken tree in his back yard." ]
2,198	13-24	[ "What does your husband do?", "He teaches Spanish." ]
2,199	7-329	[ "Have you heard about Tim? He had to be rushed to the emergency room.", "Really? I hope it's not too serious." ]
2,200	4-186	[ "What's going on around here? Why is everyone changing offices?", "Haven't you heard? Where have you been anyway?", "I just got back from visiting the plant in Chicago.", "Well, there are a lot of changes being made here this week.", "Yes, I see. But what are they?", "For one thing, Martha and Jim are leaving.", "Where are they going?Did they get a higher position?", "Martha's going to the office in Atlanta. She is going to be in charge of the whole southern market.", "That sounds like a good position to me. What about Jim?", "He is going to manage the plant in California.", "And you? What about you? Are you going to rise to a higher position?", "Not yet, but I'm hoping I will.", "Don't you want to get a raise? I'd like the job in California.", "No, I want to stay here at the company office. This is the place to get noticed by top management." ]
2,203	4-658	[ "My dinner tastes kind of funny.", "Then why don't you have the waiter bring you something else?" ]
2,204	2-75	[ "Tell me what happened.", "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.", "Can you walk?", "Not very well.", "Where does it hurt?", "My side hurts when I take a step?", "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.", "Yes, I guess I could have.", "You'll have to fill out a form. Do you have any identification with you?", "I have my passport. By the way, how did you get here so fast?", "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." ]
2,206	17-288	[ "Babar Jason?", "Yes.", "Hello, I'm Doctor Johnson. What's the problem?", "I keep getting these headaches lately. And my nose usually gets stuffed up.", "Are you eating properly?", "Sure, I don't eat fast food. I eat three square meals a day.", "You might be coming down with the virus.", "To tell you the truth, this has been going on for over a month. My school grades are suffering because my mind is always on my health.", "Well, do you have pets?", "My roommate has a cat.", "Ah, it may be the cat.", "Come to think of it. She did get the cat about a month ago.", "All right, I'd like you to fill out this medical history form. I'm going to give you some tests. Have you ever had any?", "At least not what I can remember.", "We'll schedule you for the test right away. Then we'll be able to get to the bottom of this ting.", "But if it turns out to be the cat, I'll have a hard time persuading my roommate to get rid of it. She is crazy about that eat.", "Well, then you may have to get rid of both of them." ]
2,210	2-17	[ "I'm not feeling so well.", "Get some rest and take these three times a day and you should feel better. If you don't, come back and see me." ]
2,211	12-103	[ "Can you help my son Peter with his English, Mr. Black?", "OK, Mrs. Green." ]
2,212	14-165	[ "Hi, Lynn, how are you feeling?", "Steven! Why? How do you know?", "You were absent today. Tom told me that you had been ill. What's wrong with you?", "Nothing serious. Yesterday I went to the supermarket after school. But it began to rain heavily on my way home. I was wet absolutely.", "Bad luck.", "This morning I got a fever. The doctor asked me to stay at home and have a rest after taking some medicine.", "Are you better now?", "Yes, I am much better now. I think I can go to school tomorrow.", "That's good." ]
2,214	16-91	[ "Hey, Charlie. How was your football game the other day?", "Great! Our team played hard and out Huasheng Team.", "Congratulations! But hold on, there. Taishan Team, you know, is difficult to play.", "You're right. It will be a close game. But I've got a good feeling about this game. Our team is sure to win!", "Don't be too sure. Remember, we don't know who will win before the last game.", "Well, let's wait and see." ]
2,215	4-709	[ "Do you want to see if I can get tickets to the football game next week?", "I don't think we can have a chance, but you can try anyway." ]
2,216	17-121	[ "I wonder if Sue will be here by 5 o'clock.", "Her husband said she left home at 4:30. She should be here at 5:10, or 5:15 at the latest." ]
2,217	11-253	[ "Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the cinema?", "Yes. Go along this road and turn right at the second crossing." ]
2,218	17-85	[ "Forgive the mess in here, we had a party last night. There were a lot of people and they all brought food.", "Yeah, I can tell. Well, I guess it's pretty obvious what you'll be doing most of today." ]
2,219	5-341	[ "I can't find my pen. I need to write a letter.", "I'll look for it later. Right now I need you to help fix the shelf before paint it." ]
2,220	7-241	[ "Could you please give me a lift to the airport this aftemoon? I need to catch a flight.", "I'd like to, but there is something wrong with my car. Why not ask Jim for help? He has had his car fixed and he's free today." ]
2,221	23-16	[ "Wow, your new house is so beautiful.", "Thank you. But I think it still needs some more decoration." ]
2,222	5-68	[ "Would you pass me the Sports Section please?", "Sure, if you give me the classified Ads and Local-News Section." ]
2,223	7-236	[ "Jenny, I've heard you want to be a reporter.", "Yes. I do. Tony, you've been an editor at The Readers' Digest for years - could you introduce me to any reporters in your company?", "Sure. I'll introduce you to Henry. He reports on a number of topics,so he can give you advice on how to deal with a variety of topics.", "Thanks.", "And I'll also introduce you to Sam. He's very good at writing story details.", "That's great. Anyone else?", "Let me think...David is a great reporter,too. He is a really pleasant man. I think he can give you some good advice on how to deal with anybody you might meet.", "Great. When can I meet them?" ]
2,225	17-94	[ "Airports are sad places.", "Sometimes, I guess. But, we'll write to each other. You'll come down at Christmas.", "If we can find the money.", "Don't worry, Marta. Everything will be taken care of. They say that fares are going to be reduced in the next six months. And when I graduate, well ...", "That's two years from now. Two years is a long time.", "The time will pass quickly. You'll see. I might even be able to go back to New York next summer.", "Oh, John, you'll forget all about me. Your mother will find you a nice girl, you'll get married, and live happily ever after.", "No, I won't. I swear I won't. Believe me please.", "Whatever you say, all I know is that you are going to be taken away from me.", "That's ridiculous[ I'll write every day, whether you answer me or not.", "Don't be silly. You'll have other things to do. (She begins to cry.)", "Don't cry, Marta, please." ]
2,229	4-1293	[ "Is this desk available? I need to find some work space.", "Let me think. That's Terry's spot but I think he's working from home today.", "That's where Terry sits? Then I can't work there. I just saw him in the parking lot.", "Oh, that's right. Terry's working from home on Monday and Wednesday this week - his schedule's always changing and I can never keep track of it. But why don't you try over where Gordon sits? There's an extra desk over there." ]
2,231	4-508	[ "What a nice photograph, Alex! Who's the woman holding the baby?", "That's my mother. The baby is me.", "Where was it taken?", "At a little village in the mountains. My parents used to go there on vacation every summer." ]
2,232	7-92	[ "I am looking for someone who has taken care of elderly people before. Do you have any experience?", "I'm sorry. My experience is with small children. I'm afraid I will not be suitable for the job." ]
2,233	9-67	[ "I'd like to have my car serviced, the engine and wheels checked. How long will that take?", "Oh, well, it's rather late. I'm afraid it'll take hours. You have to have it done in the morning, but we can lend you a car like yours free of charge. You can take it now." ]
2,234	5-236	[ "I'm getting absolutely nowhere with Physics problems.", "How about my going through them with you?" ]
2,235	17-125	[ "Welcome back home, darling. Did you have a good time?", "Yes, wonderful. Why, Jack, the house looks as if you have also been away,", "Why do you say that?", "Look at the dirty plates, cups, shirts everywhere.", "Sorry, darling." ]
2,236	7-32	[ "Hello. Matt White speaking.", "Hello, Dr. White, my name's Pan Johnson. My roommate, Janet Holmes, wanted me to call you.", "Janet Holmes? Oh, that's right. She's in my Shakespearean English class. Has anything happened to her?", "Nothing, it's just that she submitted a job application yesterday and the company asked her in for an interview today. She's afraid she won't be able to attend your class this afternoon. I'm calling to see whether it would be OK if I gave you her essay.", "Certainly, that would be fine. Uh, you can either drop it off at my class or bring it to my office.", "Would it be all right to come by your office around 4:00? I'm afraid I can't come any earlier because I have three classes this afternoon.", "Uh, I won't be here when you come. I'm supposed to be at a meeting from 3:00 to 6:00, but how about leaving it with my secretary? She usually stays until 5:00.", "Fine, please tell her I'll be there at 4:00. And Dr. White, one more thing, could you tell me where your office is? Janet told me where your class is, but she didn't give me directions to your office.", "Well, I'm in Room 302 of the Gregory Building. I'll tell my secretary to put the paper in my mail box, and I'll get it when I return.", "I sure appreciate it. Goodbye, Dr. White.", "Goodbye, Ms. Johnson." ]
2,245	5-162	[ "Airport, please. I'm running a little late. So just take the fastest way even if it's not the most direct.", "Sure, but there is a lot of traffic everywhere today because of the football game." ]
2,247	4-1311	[ "I'm sorry you didn't win, Don.", "So am I. What a disappointment!", "Come on, cheer up!", "No, I feel terrible. And so do our classmates.", "But you tried your best, didn't you?", "Yes, I did.", "You won't give up trying, will you?", "No, I won't. I'll do better next time.", "I'll help you. We can practice together.", "That would be great.", "Then don't look so sad.", "I'll try to cheer up.", "You'll get over it.", "I know, thank you.", "Come on, I'll buy you a coffee.", "Oh, let's go." ]
2,249	3-128	[ "How many years of science did you have in high school?", "I had one year each of biology and chemistry. I wish I had had more." ]
2,250	3-250	[ "Look. Jack! That man fell off the ladder. Come and help! He must be injured.", "He's not moving. Shall we take him to the hospital?", "We mustn't move him. Leave him where he is.", "We must get help. I'll go to that phone box and call the First Aid Center.", "Right. I'll stay here with him.", "How is he now?", "He's still not moving, but he's breathing. His head must be hurt.", "The First Aid Center says they are coming soon.", "Let's wait until help comes. Look, there they come!" ]
2,253	16-103	[ "Tiger Cinema. What can I do for you?", "Yes. Could you tell me what time the film starts?", "The film? Ten past nine tomorrow." ]
2,254	7-224	[ "Hello. I need a room for two days from June 3 to 4. Do you have any spare room?", "Sorry, sir. We are fully booked on that day. But we do have rooms on June 5 and 6.", "OK. I book a single room for the two days." ]
2,255	7-119	[ "Would it be convenient to see the apartment now?", "Yes. Come this way,please. This is the bedroom.", "Maybe it is a bit small. May I see the kitchen?", "Sure, it is completely modern." ]
2,256	7-93	[ "Hi, what can I do for you?", "I'd like to send this package to France. Can it be delivered in the next five days?", "Yes. We offer an overnight service. It'll cost 70 dollars.", "Ah, that's a bit expensive. Do you have a three-day service?", "No, but we can get your package to France in one week for 40 dollars.", "Well, that sounds good. I'll take that. Is the service guaranteed?", "Yes. We also offer a service where we can track your package. But that will cost 10 dollars extra.", "Oh, I won't need the tracking service..." ]
2,258	5-889	[ "Did you go see the doctor about your cough?", "The doctor said if I keep smoking it will increase my chance of having a heart attack or lung disease. And I am thinking about quitting smoking as the problems seem to be quite serious." ]
2,259	16-87	[ "Excuse me, Sara.", "Yes?", "I have some difficulty in pronouncing some of the words in the text. Could you help me?", "Sure.", "How do you pronounce this word?", "Travel.", "Travel. What does \"travel\" mean, please?", "It means \"go from place to place\". For example, I want very much to travel round the world.", "I see. How about this word?", "\"Explain something\" means \"make something clear\".", "How do you spell \"clear\"?", "c-l-e-a-r, clear. If you want to make something clear to others, you explain it. Are you clear?", "Yes. You have explained clearly.", "That's good." ]
2,260	5-314	[ "I think we should move on to the next item.", "Ok. But I'd like to take this matter up again at the end of the meeting." ]
2,261	17-294	[ "How did your interview go?", "I couldn't feel better about it." ]
2,262	17-230	[ "Janet, do you know anything about this author's latest best seller?", "Sum. I've just read through it. I strongly recommend it." ]
2,263	7-376	[ "Tom's house is a mess! Doesn't he ever clean it?", "I guess he just has too much ails on his mind with that new job." ]
2,264	4-953	[ "Do you want to go to sleep, or do you want to stay up and watch a movie? I'm pretty tired, but I'm always up for a horror movie. It is Halloween, after all...", "I'd love to, but not tonight. I ate too much candy, and I'm so exhausted from trick-or-treating all night with the boys from the neighborhood. I need to rest!" ]
2,266	14-185	[ "Bye for now.", "Bye. But where are you going?", "The bank, the supermarket and...", "Will you buy an exercise book for me?", "I guess so. But I'll go to the post office first before I go to the supermarket.", "Can you also buy me a pen? The one you gave me last week doesn't work now.", "How come?", "It fell off the desk and was broken.", "Can you be more careful with your things?", "Ok. Oh. Can you wait a second?", "What for?", "You are going to the post office, right?", "Yes, so what?", "Here's a letter for Sam. Can you post it?" ]
2,269	14-285	[ "What did you do on the beach?", "You know, made sand castles that sort of things, and hunted for shells." ]
2,270	4-1255	[ "Hi, Jack, have you thought about your ideal job in the future? Do you want to be an excellent math teacher like your father?", "For Gosh's sake! I hate being a teacher. I still have a clear memory of the terrible days when my father helped me with all my subjects. But it is strange that I made great progress in my English learning. How about you, Jessica?", "Well, I dream of being a brilliant dancer like my mother. You know, she is 43 now, and she has been dancing since she was 20 years old.", "I can't believe it! She looks quite young and has a great figure.", "Yes. She has formed a good habit of having enough fruits and vegetables every day. And more importantly, she keeps an optimistic attitude towards life which benefits her physical condition.", "Oh, I see. How I wish I had taken enough exercise.", "Come on. Don't lose heart! If you think you can, you can. Let's get rid of our bad habits and learn from our great parents.", "Why not do it right now? Shall we swim this afternoon?", "With pleasure!" ]
2,272	7-396	[ "What have you been studying?", "Biology and chemistry. I like natural sciences. How about you?", "I prefer social sciences. I like history best." ]
2,273	3-159	[ "Do you have a plan for your holidays?", "Yes. I'll go back to my hometown.", "To see your grandparents?", "Yes, and also do some farming.", "You mean you know how to farm?", "Yes. I did that every summer during holidays.", "I didn't know that a city boy can do farm work. Can I go there with you? I'd like to learn to do some farming.", "Sure, my grandparents would be very happy to see you.", "Are you sure?", "I'm sure. They are very kind people." ]
2,276	4-1412	[ "I am going to the museum Sunday afternoon. There is a new exhibition of Indian art. Want to come with me?", "I'd love to, but my best friend is getting married on Sunday, and I won't miss it for anything." ]
2,277	8-4	[ "Hello, Kangkang, why are you unhappy?", "I can't get a ticket to the football match tomorrow.", "Maybe I can help you. One of my friends wants to sell his ticket to that match.", "Really? Thank you very much." ]
2,278	5-352	[ "This is hopeless, these figures still don't add up right, let's do the calculations over again.", "Yes, but why not do them tomorrow? It's very late now." ]
2,279	4-1172	[ "Hello, this is Dell China. What can I do for you?", "I want to order a laptop computer for my wife.", "Certainly. What type would you like to buy for her?", "AM520.", "What color does she want, a black one or a white one?", "She prefers a black one.", "All right. Have you decided what size to buy? There are different sizes to choose from, from 13-inch ones to 17-inch ones.", "Well, I want to buy a 15-inch one. How much does it cost?", "5000 yuan, including the postage." ]
2,282	7-24	[ "This is the most wonderful article I've ever come across. I think you should spend some time reading it.", "Oh, really? I thought anything about politics was boring." ]
2,283	13-140	[ "Wasn't Li Ying supposed to sing tonight?", "Yes, but she backed out at the last minute." ]
2,284	4-898	[ "Hmm... Here's one of a crowd of people moving. I think that's pretty stressful.", "Well, I don't think it's so bad. But I do think that going to the dentist is stressful.", "Oh, so do I! It's stressful because you have no control.", "That's right. Look at this one. This poor boy is sitting in an exam. I think exams are the most stressful. Sometimes you just can't think of anything to write.", "Yes, I agree with you there. What about these people here?", "Mmm... I'm not sure. They seem to be in a hurry, don't they? I think being late is stressful.", "That's true. It can be terrible, especially when you're late for something important.", "Like an interview. Look at this picture here: here's someone in an interview. Do you think interviews are stressful?", "No. I think they're quite exciting, a challenge.", "Oh, I hate interviews." ]
2,288	4-1090	[ "Hello, this is the 911 emergency operator.", "Help! Help! Please, help me!", "Sir, please calm down and explain exactly what is happening.", "Calm down? My car broke down on the freeway! I have a woman passenger and she's about to have a baby!", "Relax, sir, and explain exactly where you are.", "I'm in the southward lane of the Lincoln freeway, about 15 miles from the Washington tunnel.", "Okay. Now, what's the nearest landmark to your location?", "Um, I see a Starbucks...", "Is there anyone else with you?", "No, no one will stop to help us! I need an ambulance. I feel like I'm about to have a heart attack myself!", "I just sent an ambulance to your location. They should be there soon." ]
2,291	9-3	[ "Have you been working out, Helen? You look so full of energy these days.", "Yeah. As a matter of fact, I've been running every morning for two months now." ]
2,292	14-105	[ "What did Mary think of the concert last weekend?", "She hasn't been around this week." ]
2,293	5-339	[ "Have you heard about the plane crash yesterday? It caused a hundred and twenty deaths. I am never at ease when taking a flight.", "Though we often hear about air crashes and serious casual deeds, flying is one of the safest ways to travel." ]
2,294	20-69	[ "Our guest today is Alas Baker who has a very unusual ability. Alas, thank you for coming into the studio. What kind of unusual ability are we talking about here?", "Wow, it's quite easy to describe. Basically, when I read a word or even think of a particular word, such as Tuesday, I see a color connected with it. It's not that I imagine a color. I really see it loading in front of my eyes.", "How interesting! Is it a sort of medical condition?", "Yes. And just recently doctors have begun to understand it more. They call it synesthesia, which means that somewhere in my brain, there are links between sections that should really be separate. Other people have a form of this condition that affects emotions. So they see colors when they feel particular emotions. Apparently, it's generally passed on from parents to their children, which is the case with me.", "Do you have any brothers or sisters with the same ability?", "Yes, my brother is the same as me. If we start talking about it, people think we are completely mad. When we were younger, we used to have arguments about things like what color the word Tuesday is. It turns out that everyone with this condition sees different colors.", "It sounds as though it could make life quite exhausting.", "I suppose it does. But you see, if you've never known anything different, you don't think of it like that. It does make you aware of your moods. I know when I started to feel depressed, things begin to look grey.", "Are there any other advantages do you find?", "Well, it seems that quite a lot of artists and musicians have this condition. So I guess it can be beneficial if it's combined with some sort of gift or natural talent, which is not the case with me unfortunately. But I do find that it makes reading very interesting, because sometimes a sentence has a very nice range of colors. So you want to read it again just to experience that. Of course, this makes me quite a slow reader." ]
2,299	14-168	[ "It's Alice's birthday tomorrow.", "Are you sure? I think it should be the day after tomorrow.", "Well, let me see. Oh, I'm sorry. You're right. It is the day after tomorrow. Shall we buy her a present?", "Yes, of course. Shall we give her some flowers?", "Flowers are lovely. But I think it's better to buy her a nice box of chocolates.", "Alice doesn't like sweet things. Didn't you know that?", "You're right. Er ... I know. We can give her a record. She loves music.", "That's a good idea. Let's go to the music shop and choose one for her." ]
2,301	4-955	[ "Mom, which day do you think would be the best day for a charity dinner party?", "Well, when will the last examination be held?", "Most of the exams finish this Friday. But there are some music exams that go on until the 23rd.", "I think you'd better wait until after that. When will this term end?", "On January 26th.", "Well, why don't you have it on the Saturday after that?", "Yes, that sounds like a good idea.", "How many students do you think will attend the charity dinner party?", "Oh, I think my roommates will all come.", "You mean five other students will come?", "Yes. Do you think I could ask Cousin Mark to make a video of the evening, mom?", "Certainly. I think he would be delighted to do that. I'll call and ask him whether he is free then.", "Thank you, mom." ]
2,304	23-22	[ "Where is Alex?", "He is outside sunbathing." ]
2,305	4-1021	[ "Jim is taller than George, but he is shorter than Tom.", "And you are taller than Tom." ]
2,306	12-116	[ "May I have your phone number please?", "My home number is 5563457, and my office number is 5356876." ]
2,307	5-396	[ "Mr. Smith, our history professor, announced we would be doing two papers and three exams this semester. I wonder how I'm going to pull through when two other courses have similar requirements.", "Well, can't you drop one course and pick it up next semester?" ]
2,308	12-115	[ "Where were you yesterday afternoon?", "In my garden. I was mending my bike." ]
2,309	5-414	[ "I'd like to sign up for some voluntary work with the environment council. I hear it is a great way to connect with the community.", "It sure is. But you'll have to put in a lot of hours. So you must leave some room in scheduling your time." ]
2,310	12-271	[ "Did you listen to the talk last night?", "Yes, the doctor gave a wonderful talk." ]
2,311	16-57	[ "Hello, John. How was your French exam yesterday?", "Not too good.", "Well, the term exam is always more difficult. Work harder, and you'll certainly do better next time.", "I've worked hard enough, I think, but unluckily, I have never done well in the exam.", "Well, it's no use worrying about the exam now. Let's talk about the football game tonight. It's much more interesting.", "Is there a football game on TV tonight?", "Yes it's between the Chinese team and the Japanese team.", "... Er I'd rather watch some other programmes.", "Why? You're so interested in football.", "The Chinese team has always played badly in the important match, just as I have done in the important exam." ]

2,145

9-45

[ "I saw your company photograph in the paper, Martin. You've got a lot of people.", "Yes. Our art director has just hired four new designers." ]

2,146

4-1449

[ "Did you hear that Mr. Peterson is coming next week, Gordon?", "Yes, so I called all the department heads to my office this morning. We need to give him reports on our program." ]

2,147

18-2

[ "Well, madam, the first and the most important thing I have to tell you is that there is really nothing seriously wrong with you, physically that is. The analyst's report shows that basically you are very fit.", "So, why is it that I'm always so nervous... tense... ready to jump on anybody-my husband, children, and colleagues?", "I think your condition has a lot to do with your habits.", "Habits?", "Yes... now tell me, madam, you smoke, don't you?", "Yes, I'm afraid I do, doctor.", "And, very heavily, I imagine.", "Yes, quite heavily.", "What do you eat normally?", "I'm a good eater. Yes, I'd say I'm a good eater. But usually, I don't eat breakfast.", "That's bad for your health. I think you should get up early and have breakfast. And, another question, do you get up early?", "No, I usually get up at 9:00 a. m. I get up late because I go to bed too late. I stay up late watching TV till the midnight.", "What sport do you usually do?", "I don't like sports. But sometimes I play cards with some friends, that may be my sport.", "I think, madam, for your health, you'd better change your way of life." ]

2,150

2-11

[ "I have been thinking about my uncle a lot these days.", "Why not go over for a visit?" ]

2,151

5-634

[ "You look upset. Anything wrong?", "I failed in physics exam again in spite of all the efforts I made." ]

2,152

4-1486

[ "Sound and Vision, Administrative Department, Eve Wheeler speaking. Can I help you?", "Good afternoon, madam. This is John Cruise. I wish to register a complaint about my video recorder.", "I see. I hope I can be of some help. Can you explain what the problem is, please?", "Well, the recorder has severely damaged two quite valuable tapes of mine. And you guaranteed that this machine is the best there. I hope you understand that a simple repair is just not enough. I demand compensation for the lost tapes as well.", "I'm sorry. That's all very unfortunate. I'm sure something can be done. I will put you through to our legal consulant, Mrs. Schroder. One moment, please. (dialing sound...) Hello, Mr. Cruise? Thank you for waiting. I'm awfully sorry, but Mrs. Schroder is having a meeting right now. Could she call you back later this afternoon?", "I hope you're not trying to get rid of me.", "Not at all, sir. I have noted your complaint and I will urge Mrs. Schroder to call you back as soon as possible. Could I have your phone number, please?", "Yes. It's 0181 945 8719.", "Thank you very much. Goodbye." ]

2,155

5-745

[ "What was the weather like when you werein New York last week?", "It was very much like the weather here in Beijing. So you needn't take muchclothes if you don't plan to stay there long." ]

2,156

21-208

[ "I'd like to change this red table cloth with the green one.", "Ok. The red one is only $ 11, and the green one is $ 15." ]

2,157

5-84

[ "You've been doing weather reports for neatly 30 years. Has the weather got any worse in all these years?", "Well, not necessarily worse. But we are seeing more swings." ]

2,158

13-11

[ "What clay is it today?", "It is Wednesday." ]

2,159

5-210

[ "Please hold the line, Mrs. Smith. The doctor will talk to you in a minute.", "I'm afraid I may have to hang up. I don't have any more coins and the line will be cut soon." ]

2,160

5-160

[ "This crazy bus schedule has got me completely confused. I can't figure out when my bus to Cleveland leaves?", "Why don't you just go to the ticket window and ask?" ]

2,161

3-152

[ "So, here we are, deep in the forest. With me is Dr. Green, can you tell us a little about this wonderful place?", "Yes, of course. As you can see, the forest is full of trees, birds and insects.", "Yes, there are strange and beautiful plants everywhere. How many different kinds of plants are there?", "Well, in just one square kilometer of the forest, you can find about 1,500 different kinds of plants and 750 different kinds of trees. And many of them don't grow in any other places of the world.", "Really? Now I'm sure the people listening to this program can hear this unbelievable noise of birds. What's making all the noise?", "Well, of course. The forest is full of living things. You can find about 400 different kinds of birds in just one square kilometer.", "Really? How interesting!" ]

2,164

15-132

[ "Are there any long rivers in Africa?", "Yes, for example, the River Nile is the longest fiver in the world.", "Is it Egypt? I hear that it used to flood large areas. What about it today?", "In order to control the flood and make electricity, people built the Aswan High Dam on the river.", "Then it is another interesting place, isn't it?" ]

2,166

21-235

[ "I would like to return this pair of shoes.", "Do you have a sales slip?" ]

2,167

4-696

[ "Operator, I've been trying to make a phone call for nearly 10 minutes and I just can't get through.", "Just tell me the number and I'll try it for you." ]

2,170

17-45

[ "I wish I could get used to this terrible weather.", "I usually fly to the North during this time." ]

2,171

4-126

[ "Let's hurry, Susan. It's ten thirty, or we'll be late for the meeting.", "Calm down, Mike. We've got twenty minutes to go. There is no hurry." ]

2,172

4-1121

[ "Hey, Tim. My uncle died last weekend. His funeral is on Thursday, so I can't work. Can you work for me tomorrow?", "Sorry, Jenny, but I have a soccer game on Thursday. You should ask Melinda to take your shift. I think she got back from vacation yesterday." ]

2,174

5-547

[ "I got two letters this morning with job offers, one from the Polytechnic, and the other from the Language School in Pistoia, Italy.", "So you are not sure which to go for?", "That's it. Of course, the conditions of work are very different: The Polytechnic is offering two-year contract which could be renewed, but the Language School is only offering a year's contract, and that's a definite minus. It could be renewed, but you never know.", "I see. So it's much less secure. But you don't need to think too much about steady jobs when you are only 23.", "That's true.", "What about the salaries?", "Well, the Pistoia job pays much better in the short term. I'll be getting the equivalent of about 22,000 pounds a year there, but only 20,000 pounds at the Polytechnic. But then the hours are different. At the Polytechnic I'd have to do 35 hours a week, 20 teaching and 15 administration, whereas the Pistoia school is only asking for 30 hours teaching.", "Mmm...", "Then the type of teaching is so different. The Polytechnic is all adults and mostly preparation for exams like the Cambridge certificates. The Language School wants me to do a bit of exam preparation, but also quite a lot of work in companies and factories, and a couple of children's classes. Oh, and a bit of literature teaching.", "Well, that sounds much more varied and interesting. And I'd imagine you'd be doing quite a lot of teaching outside the school, and moving around quite a bit.", "Yes, whereas with the Polytechnic position, I'd be stuck in the school all day." ]

2,177

4-560

[ "What's the matter? Are you hurt?", "I slipped on the stairs and fell down. I think my arm is broken.", "Let me see. I don't think it's broken, but we are going to see the doctor right now." ]

2,178

2-89

[ "My father does a lot of business and travels a lot. I like his job.", "Are you going to study International Business at university, then?", "I have not made up my mind yet, but very probably, yes." ]

2,179

5-11

[ "What do you think of the apple pie? I made it myself.", "Very delicious indeed. Even my mother's cannot match this." ]

2,185

5-526

[ "Have you heard of Professor Smith? I'm thinking of taking an advanced engineering course with him. What do you think?", "Yeah! You really should. He's published dozens of books so far, once been recommended as a textbook for postgraduates." ]

2,186

11-9

[ "Where is Jim?", "He has gone to England with his family. He won't be back until September." ]

2,187

14-4

[ "Why did Mary give Jim flowers?", "I think yesterday was Jim's birthday." ]

2,188

15-27

[ "Excuse me, sir. How can I get to this hotel? I can't find it.", "It's easy. Just go along this street to 26th Avenue. And then you'll find it next to the hank." ]

2,189

12-542

[ "What time is it now?", "A quarter to eleven." ]

2,190

4-1409

[ "Hello!", "Hello, Mike! This is Jane.", "Oh. Hello, Jane!", "Listen, Mike! I've got a real problem.", "What is it?", "The car's broken down.", "Oh, not again.", "Yeah. I checked the oil and I checked almost everything. It's just not starting at all.", "You have to get rid of it, you know.", "I know, I know. But look, the thing is, I've got to pick Tom up at the airport. Can I......?", "Use my car? Yes, of course.", "That'll be great! It's very kind of you.", "Come on when you like. I don't need it till tonight.", "OK! I'll be around in about an hour. Thanks a lot!", "It's all right. See you then!", "See you!" ]

2,193

5-766

[ "I don't know what to do. I can't seem to get anyone in the hospital to listen to my complaints and this outdated equipment is dangerous. Just look at it.", "Hmm, uh, are you trying to say that it presents a health hazard?", "Yes, I am. The head technician in the lab tried to persuade the hospital administration to replace it, but they are trying to cut costs.", "You are pregnant, aren't you?", "Yes, I am. I made an effort to get my supervisor to transfer me to another department, but he urged me not to complain too loudly. Because the administration is more likely to replace me than an X-ray equipment, I'm afraid to refuse to work. But I'm more afraid to expose my unborn child to the radiation.", "I see what you mean. Well, as your union representative, I have to warn you that it would take quite a while to force management to replace the old machines and attempt to get you transferred may or may not be successful.", "Oh, what am I supposed to do then?", "Workers have the legal right to refuse certain unsafe work assignments under two federal laws, the Occupation or Safety and Health Act and the National Labor Relations Act. But the requirements of either of the Acts may be difficult to meet.", "Do you think I have a good case?", "If you do lose your job, the union will fight to get it back for you along with back pay, your lost income. But you have to be prepared for a long wait, maybe after two years." ]

2,197

21-200

[ "What is that noise?", "That is Robert sawing the broken tree in his back yard." ]

2,198

13-24

[ "What does your husband do?", "He teaches Spanish." ]

2,199

7-329

[ "Have you heard about Tim? He had to be rushed to the emergency room.", "Really? I hope it's not too serious." ]

2,200

4-186

[ "What's going on around here? Why is everyone changing offices?", "Haven't you heard? Where have you been anyway?", "I just got back from visiting the plant in Chicago.", "Well, there are a lot of changes being made here this week.", "Yes, I see. But what are they?", "For one thing, Martha and Jim are leaving.", "Where are they going?Did they get a higher position?", "Martha's going to the office in Atlanta. She is going to be in charge of the whole southern market.", "That sounds like a good position to me. What about Jim?", "He is going to manage the plant in California.", "And you? What about you? Are you going to rise to a higher position?", "Not yet, but I'm hoping I will.", "Don't you want to get a raise? I'd like the job in California.", "No, I want to stay here at the company office. This is the place to get noticed by top management." ]

2,203

4-658

[ "My dinner tastes kind of funny.", "Then why don't you have the waiter bring you something else?" ]

2,204

2-75

[ "Tell me what happened.", "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.", "Can you walk?", "Not very well.", "Where does it hurt?", "My side hurts when I take a step?", "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.", "Yes, I guess I could have.", "You'll have to fill out a form. Do you have any identification with you?", "I have my passport. By the way, how did you get here so fast?", "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." ]

2,206

17-288

[ "Babar Jason?", "Yes.", "Hello, I'm Doctor Johnson. What's the problem?", "I keep getting these headaches lately. And my nose usually gets stuffed up.", "Are you eating properly?", "Sure, I don't eat fast food. I eat three square meals a day.", "You might be coming down with the virus.", "To tell you the truth, this has been going on for over a month. My school grades are suffering because my mind is always on my health.", "Well, do you have pets?", "My roommate has a cat.", "Ah, it may be the cat.", "Come to think of it. She did get the cat about a month ago.", "All right, I'd like you to fill out this medical history form. I'm going to give you some tests. Have you ever had any?", "At least not what I can remember.", "We'll schedule you for the test right away. Then we'll be able to get to the bottom of this ting.", "But if it turns out to be the cat, I'll have a hard time persuading my roommate to get rid of it. She is crazy about that eat.", "Well, then you may have to get rid of both of them." ]

2,210

2-17

[ "I'm not feeling so well.", "Get some rest and take these three times a day and you should feel better. If you don't, come back and see me." ]

2,211

12-103

[ "Can you help my son Peter with his English, Mr. Black?", "OK, Mrs. Green." ]

2,212

14-165

[ "Hi, Lynn, how are you feeling?", "Steven! Why? How do you know?", "You were absent today. Tom told me that you had been ill. What's wrong with you?", "Nothing serious. Yesterday I went to the supermarket after school. But it began to rain heavily on my way home. I was wet absolutely.", "Bad luck.", "This morning I got a fever. The doctor asked me to stay at home and have a rest after taking some medicine.", "Are you better now?", "Yes, I am much better now. I think I can go to school tomorrow.", "That's good." ]

2,214

16-91

[ "Hey, Charlie. How was your football game the other day?", "Great! Our team played hard and out Huasheng Team.", "Congratulations! But hold on, there. Taishan Team, you know, is difficult to play.", "You're right. It will be a close game. But I've got a good feeling about this game. Our team is sure to win!", "Don't be too sure. Remember, we don't know who will win before the last game.", "Well, let's wait and see." ]

2,215

4-709

[ "Do you want to see if I can get tickets to the football game next week?", "I don't think we can have a chance, but you can try anyway." ]

2,216

17-121

[ "I wonder if Sue will be here by 5 o'clock.", "Her husband said she left home at 4:30. She should be here at 5:10, or 5:15 at the latest." ]

2,217

11-253

[ "Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the cinema?", "Yes. Go along this road and turn right at the second crossing." ]

2,218

17-85

[ "Forgive the mess in here, we had a party last night. There were a lot of people and they all brought food.", "Yeah, I can tell. Well, I guess it's pretty obvious what you'll be doing most of today." ]

2,219

5-341

[ "I can't find my pen. I need to write a letter.", "I'll look for it later. Right now I need you to help fix the shelf before paint it." ]

2,220

7-241

[ "Could you please give me a lift to the airport this aftemoon? I need to catch a flight.", "I'd like to, but there is something wrong with my car. Why not ask Jim for help? He has had his car fixed and he's free today." ]

2,221

23-16

[ "Wow, your new house is so beautiful.", "Thank you. But I think it still needs some more decoration." ]

2,222

5-68

[ "Would you pass me the Sports Section please?", "Sure, if you give me the classified Ads and Local-News Section." ]

2,223

7-236

[ "Jenny, I've heard you want to be a reporter.", "Yes. I do. Tony, you've been an editor at The Readers' Digest for years - could you introduce me to any reporters in your company?", "Sure. I'll introduce you to Henry. He reports on a number of topics,so he can give you advice on how to deal with a variety of topics.", "Thanks.", "And I'll also introduce you to Sam. He's very good at writing story details.", "That's great. Anyone else?", "Let me think...David is a great reporter,too. He is a really pleasant man. I think he can give you some good advice on how to deal with anybody you might meet.", "Great. When can I meet them?" ]

2,225

17-94

[ "Airports are sad places.", "Sometimes, I guess. But, we'll write to each other. You'll come down at Christmas.", "If we can find the money.", "Don't worry, Marta. Everything will be taken care of. They say that fares are going to be reduced in the next six months. And when I graduate, well ...", "That's two years from now. Two years is a long time.", "The time will pass quickly. You'll see. I might even be able to go back to New York next summer.", "Oh, John, you'll forget all about me. Your mother will find you a nice girl, you'll get married, and live happily ever after.", "No, I won't. I swear I won't. Believe me please.", "Whatever you say, all I know is that you are going to be taken away from me.", "That's ridiculous[ I'll write every day, whether you answer me or not.", "Don't be silly. You'll have other things to do. (She begins to cry.)", "Don't cry, Marta, please." ]

2,229

4-1293

[ "Is this desk available? I need to find some work space.", "Let me think. That's Terry's spot but I think he's working from home today.", "That's where Terry sits? Then I can't work there. I just saw him in the parking lot.", "Oh, that's right. Terry's working from home on Monday and Wednesday this week - his schedule's always changing and I can never keep track of it. But why don't you try over where Gordon sits? There's an extra desk over there." ]

2,231

4-508

[ "What a nice photograph, Alex! Who's the woman holding the baby?", "That's my mother. The baby is me.", "Where was it taken?", "At a little village in the mountains. My parents used to go there on vacation every summer." ]

2,232

7-92

[ "I am looking for someone who has taken care of elderly people before. Do you have any experience?", "I'm sorry. My experience is with small children. I'm afraid I will not be suitable for the job." ]

2,233

9-67

[ "I'd like to have my car serviced, the engine and wheels checked. How long will that take?", "Oh, well, it's rather late. I'm afraid it'll take hours. You have to have it done in the morning, but we can lend you a car like yours free of charge. You can take it now." ]

2,234

5-236

[ "I'm getting absolutely nowhere with Physics problems.", "How about my going through them with you?" ]

2,235

17-125

[ "Welcome back home, darling. Did you have a good time?", "Yes, wonderful. Why, Jack, the house looks as if you have also been away,", "Why do you say that?", "Look at the dirty plates, cups, shirts everywhere.", "Sorry, darling." ]

2,236

7-32

[ "Hello. Matt White speaking.", "Hello, Dr. White, my name's Pan Johnson. My roommate, Janet Holmes, wanted me to call you.", "Janet Holmes? Oh, that's right. She's in my Shakespearean English class. Has anything happened to her?", "Nothing, it's just that she submitted a job application yesterday and the company asked her in for an interview today. She's afraid she won't be able to attend your class this afternoon. I'm calling to see whether it would be OK if I gave you her essay.", "Certainly, that would be fine. Uh, you can either drop it off at my class or bring it to my office.", "Would it be all right to come by your office around 4:00? I'm afraid I can't come any earlier because I have three classes this afternoon.", "Uh, I won't be here when you come. I'm supposed to be at a meeting from 3:00 to 6:00, but how about leaving it with my secretary? She usually stays until 5:00.", "Fine, please tell her I'll be there at 4:00. And Dr. White, one more thing, could you tell me where your office is? Janet told me where your class is, but she didn't give me directions to your office.", "Well, I'm in Room 302 of the Gregory Building. I'll tell my secretary to put the paper in my mail box, and I'll get it when I return.", "I sure appreciate it. Goodbye, Dr. White.", "Goodbye, Ms. Johnson." ]

2,245

5-162

[ "Airport, please. I'm running a little late. So just take the fastest way even if it's not the most direct.", "Sure, but there is a lot of traffic everywhere today because of the football game." ]

2,247

4-1311

[ "I'm sorry you didn't win, Don.", "So am I. What a disappointment!", "Come on, cheer up!", "No, I feel terrible. And so do our classmates.", "But you tried your best, didn't you?", "Yes, I did.", "You won't give up trying, will you?", "No, I won't. I'll do better next time.", "I'll help you. We can practice together.", "That would be great.", "Then don't look so sad.", "I'll try to cheer up.", "You'll get over it.", "I know, thank you.", "Come on, I'll buy you a coffee.", "Oh, let's go." ]

2,249

3-128

[ "How many years of science did you have in high school?", "I had one year each of biology and chemistry. I wish I had had more." ]

2,250

3-250

[ "Look. Jack! That man fell off the ladder. Come and help! He must be injured.", "He's not moving. Shall we take him to the hospital?", "We mustn't move him. Leave him where he is.", "We must get help. I'll go to that phone box and call the First Aid Center.", "Right. I'll stay here with him.", "How is he now?", "He's still not moving, but he's breathing. His head must be hurt.", "The First Aid Center says they are coming soon.", "Let's wait until help comes. Look, there they come!" ]

2,253

16-103

[ "Tiger Cinema. What can I do for you?", "Yes. Could you tell me what time the film starts?", "The film? Ten past nine tomorrow." ]

2,254

7-224

[ "Hello. I need a room for two days from June 3 to 4. Do you have any spare room?", "Sorry, sir. We are fully booked on that day. But we do have rooms on June 5 and 6.", "OK. I book a single room for the two days." ]

2,255

7-119

[ "Would it be convenient to see the apartment now?", "Yes. Come this way,please. This is the bedroom.", "Maybe it is a bit small. May I see the kitchen?", "Sure, it is completely modern." ]

2,256

7-93

[ "Hi, what can I do for you?", "I'd like to send this package to France. Can it be delivered in the next five days?", "Yes. We offer an overnight service. It'll cost 70 dollars.", "Ah, that's a bit expensive. Do you have a three-day service?", "No, but we can get your package to France in one week for 40 dollars.", "Well, that sounds good. I'll take that. Is the service guaranteed?", "Yes. We also offer a service where we can track your package. But that will cost 10 dollars extra.", "Oh, I won't need the tracking service..." ]

2,258

5-889

[ "Did you go see the doctor about your cough?", "The doctor said if I keep smoking it will increase my chance of having a heart attack or lung disease. And I am thinking about quitting smoking as the problems seem to be quite serious." ]

2,259

16-87

[ "Excuse me, Sara.", "Yes?", "I have some difficulty in pronouncing some of the words in the text. Could you help me?", "Sure.", "How do you pronounce this word?", "Travel.", "Travel. What does \"travel\" mean, please?", "It means \"go from place to place\". For example, I want very much to travel round the world.", "I see. How about this word?", "\"Explain something\" means \"make something clear\".", "How do you spell \"clear\"?", "c-l-e-a-r, clear. If you want to make something clear to others, you explain it. Are you clear?", "Yes. You have explained clearly.", "That's good." ]

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5-314

[ "I think we should move on to the next item.", "Ok. But I'd like to take this matter up again at the end of the meeting." ]

2,261

17-294

[ "How did your interview go?", "I couldn't feel better about it." ]

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17-230

[ "Janet, do you know anything about this author's latest best seller?", "Sum. I've just read through it. I strongly recommend it." ]

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7-376

[ "Tom's house is a mess! Doesn't he ever clean it?", "I guess he just has too much ails on his mind with that new job." ]

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4-953

[ "Do you want to go to sleep, or do you want to stay up and watch a movie? I'm pretty tired, but I'm always up for a horror movie. It is Halloween, after all...", "I'd love to, but not tonight. I ate too much candy, and I'm so exhausted from trick-or-treating all night with the boys from the neighborhood. I need to rest!" ]

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[ "Bye for now.", "Bye. But where are you going?", "The bank, the supermarket and...", "Will you buy an exercise book for me?", "I guess so. But I'll go to the post office first before I go to the supermarket.", "Can you also buy me a pen? The one you gave me last week doesn't work now.", "How come?", "It fell off the desk and was broken.", "Can you be more careful with your things?", "Ok. Oh. Can you wait a second?", "What for?", "You are going to the post office, right?", "Yes, so what?", "Here's a letter for Sam. Can you post it?" ]

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14-285

[ "What did you do on the beach?", "You know, made sand castles that sort of things, and hunted for shells." ]

2,270

4-1255

[ "Hi, Jack, have you thought about your ideal job in the future? Do you want to be an excellent math teacher like your father?", "For Gosh's sake! I hate being a teacher. I still have a clear memory of the terrible days when my father helped me with all my subjects. But it is strange that I made great progress in my English learning. How about you, Jessica?", "Well, I dream of being a brilliant dancer like my mother. You know, she is 43 now, and she has been dancing since she was 20 years old.", "I can't believe it! She looks quite young and has a great figure.", "Yes. She has formed a good habit of having enough fruits and vegetables every day. And more importantly, she keeps an optimistic attitude towards life which benefits her physical condition.", "Oh, I see. How I wish I had taken enough exercise.", "Come on. Don't lose heart! If you think you can, you can. Let's get rid of our bad habits and learn from our great parents.", "Why not do it right now? Shall we swim this afternoon?", "With pleasure!" ]

2,272

7-396

[ "What have you been studying?", "Biology and chemistry. I like natural sciences. How about you?", "I prefer social sciences. I like history best." ]

2,273

3-159

[ "Do you have a plan for your holidays?", "Yes. I'll go back to my hometown.", "To see your grandparents?", "Yes, and also do some farming.", "You mean you know how to farm?", "Yes. I did that every summer during holidays.", "I didn't know that a city boy can do farm work. Can I go there with you? I'd like to learn to do some farming.", "Sure, my grandparents would be very happy to see you.", "Are you sure?", "I'm sure. They are very kind people." ]

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4-1412

[ "I am going to the museum Sunday afternoon. There is a new exhibition of Indian art. Want to come with me?", "I'd love to, but my best friend is getting married on Sunday, and I won't miss it for anything." ]

2,277

8-4

[ "Hello, Kangkang, why are you unhappy?", "I can't get a ticket to the football match tomorrow.", "Maybe I can help you. One of my friends wants to sell his ticket to that match.", "Really? Thank you very much." ]

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5-352

[ "This is hopeless, these figures still don't add up right, let's do the calculations over again.", "Yes, but why not do them tomorrow? It's very late now." ]

2,279

4-1172

[ "Hello, this is Dell China. What can I do for you?", "I want to order a laptop computer for my wife.", "Certainly. What type would you like to buy for her?", "AM520.", "What color does she want, a black one or a white one?", "She prefers a black one.", "All right. Have you decided what size to buy? There are different sizes to choose from, from 13-inch ones to 17-inch ones.", "Well, I want to buy a 15-inch one. How much does it cost?", "5000 yuan, including the postage." ]

2,282

7-24

[ "This is the most wonderful article I've ever come across. I think you should spend some time reading it.", "Oh, really? I thought anything about politics was boring." ]

2,283

13-140

[ "Wasn't Li Ying supposed to sing tonight?", "Yes, but she backed out at the last minute." ]

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[ "Hmm... Here's one of a crowd of people moving. I think that's pretty stressful.", "Well, I don't think it's so bad. But I do think that going to the dentist is stressful.", "Oh, so do I! It's stressful because you have no control.", "That's right. Look at this one. This poor boy is sitting in an exam. I think exams are the most stressful. Sometimes you just can't think of anything to write.", "Yes, I agree with you there. What about these people here?", "Mmm... I'm not sure. They seem to be in a hurry, don't they? I think being late is stressful.", "That's true. It can be terrible, especially when you're late for something important.", "Like an interview. Look at this picture here: here's someone in an interview. Do you think interviews are stressful?", "No. I think they're quite exciting, a challenge.", "Oh, I hate interviews." ]

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4-1090

[ "Hello, this is the 911 emergency operator.", "Help! Help! Please, help me!", "Sir, please calm down and explain exactly what is happening.", "Calm down? My car broke down on the freeway! I have a woman passenger and she's about to have a baby!", "Relax, sir, and explain exactly where you are.", "I'm in the southward lane of the Lincoln freeway, about 15 miles from the Washington tunnel.", "Okay. Now, what's the nearest landmark to your location?", "Um, I see a Starbucks...", "Is there anyone else with you?", "No, no one will stop to help us! I need an ambulance. I feel like I'm about to have a heart attack myself!", "I just sent an ambulance to your location. They should be there soon." ]

2,291

9-3

[ "Have you been working out, Helen? You look so full of energy these days.", "Yeah. As a matter of fact, I've been running every morning for two months now." ]

2,292

14-105

[ "What did Mary think of the concert last weekend?", "She hasn't been around this week." ]

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5-339

[ "Have you heard about the plane crash yesterday? It caused a hundred and twenty deaths. I am never at ease when taking a flight.", "Though we often hear about air crashes and serious casual deeds, flying is one of the safest ways to travel." ]

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[ "Our guest today is Alas Baker who has a very unusual ability. Alas, thank you for coming into the studio. What kind of unusual ability are we talking about here?", "Wow, it's quite easy to describe. Basically, when I read a word or even think of a particular word, such as Tuesday, I see a color connected with it. It's not that I imagine a color. I really see it loading in front of my eyes.", "How interesting! Is it a sort of medical condition?", "Yes. And just recently doctors have begun to understand it more. They call it synesthesia, which means that somewhere in my brain, there are links between sections that should really be separate. Other people have a form of this condition that affects emotions. So they see colors when they feel particular emotions. Apparently, it's generally passed on from parents to their children, which is the case with me.", "Do you have any brothers or sisters with the same ability?", "Yes, my brother is the same as me. If we start talking about it, people think we are completely mad. When we were younger, we used to have arguments about things like what color the word Tuesday is. It turns out that everyone with this condition sees different colors.", "It sounds as though it could make life quite exhausting.", "I suppose it does. But you see, if you've never known anything different, you don't think of it like that. It does make you aware of your moods. I know when I started to feel depressed, things begin to look grey.", "Are there any other advantages do you find?", "Well, it seems that quite a lot of artists and musicians have this condition. So I guess it can be beneficial if it's combined with some sort of gift or natural talent, which is not the case with me unfortunately. But I do find that it makes reading very interesting, because sometimes a sentence has a very nice range of colors. So you want to read it again just to experience that. Of course, this makes me quite a slow reader." ]

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14-168

[ "It's Alice's birthday tomorrow.", "Are you sure? I think it should be the day after tomorrow.", "Well, let me see. Oh, I'm sorry. You're right. It is the day after tomorrow. Shall we buy her a present?", "Yes, of course. Shall we give her some flowers?", "Flowers are lovely. But I think it's better to buy her a nice box of chocolates.", "Alice doesn't like sweet things. Didn't you know that?", "You're right. Er ... I know. We can give her a record. She loves music.", "That's a good idea. Let's go to the music shop and choose one for her." ]

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[ "Mom, which day do you think would be the best day for a charity dinner party?", "Well, when will the last examination be held?", "Most of the exams finish this Friday. But there are some music exams that go on until the 23rd.", "I think you'd better wait until after that. When will this term end?", "On January 26th.", "Well, why don't you have it on the Saturday after that?", "Yes, that sounds like a good idea.", "How many students do you think will attend the charity dinner party?", "Oh, I think my roommates will all come.", "You mean five other students will come?", "Yes. Do you think I could ask Cousin Mark to make a video of the evening, mom?", "Certainly. I think he would be delighted to do that. I'll call and ask him whether he is free then.", "Thank you, mom." ]

2,304

23-22

[ "Where is Alex?", "He is outside sunbathing." ]

2,305

4-1021

[ "Jim is taller than George, but he is shorter than Tom.", "And you are taller than Tom." ]

2,306

12-116

[ "May I have your phone number please?", "My home number is 5563457, and my office number is 5356876." ]

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5-396

[ "Mr. Smith, our history professor, announced we would be doing two papers and three exams this semester. I wonder how I'm going to pull through when two other courses have similar requirements.", "Well, can't you drop one course and pick it up next semester?" ]

2,308

12-115

[ "Where were you yesterday afternoon?", "In my garden. I was mending my bike." ]

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[ "I'd like to sign up for some voluntary work with the environment council. I hear it is a great way to connect with the community.", "It sure is. But you'll have to put in a lot of hours. So you must leave some room in scheduling your time." ]

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[ "Did you listen to the talk last night?", "Yes, the doctor gave a wonderful talk." ]

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16-57

[ "Hello, John. How was your French exam yesterday?", "Not too good.", "Well, the term exam is always more difficult. Work harder, and you'll certainly do better next time.", "I've worked hard enough, I think, but unluckily, I have never done well in the exam.", "Well, it's no use worrying about the exam now. Let's talk about the football game tonight. It's much more interesting.", "Is there a football game on TV tonight?", "Yes it's between the Chinese team and the Japanese team.", "... Er I'd rather watch some other programmes.", "Why? You're so interested in football.", "The Chinese team has always played badly in the important match, just as I have done in the important exam." ]