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[ "So, Claire, you're into drama.", "Yes, I have a master's degree in drama and theater. At the moment, I'm hoping to get on to a PhD program.", "What excites you about drama?", "Well, I find it's a communicative way to study people and you learn how to read people in drama. So usually I can understand what people are saying even though they might be lying.", "That would be useful?", "Yeah, it's very useful for me as well. I'm an English lecture, so use a lot of drama in my classes, such as role plays. And I asked my students to create mini dramas. They really respond well. At the moment, I'm hoping to get on to a PhD course. I'd like to concentrate on Asian drama and try to bring Asian theater to the world's attention. I don't know how successful I would be, but here's hoping.", "Oh, I'm sure you'll be successful." ]
[ "Mother has been away for days. She's coming back on July tenth, right?", "Well, she said she'd returned 2 days before that. But just this morning, she called to say that her work would keep her there for 4 more days." ]
[ "Listen, somebody's playing the piano.", "Yeah, it sounds nice, doesn't it? I wish I could play a musical instrument.", "Don't you play the violin?", "No, but my sister does." ]
[ "Let's eat out tonight.", "That's a good idea. How about an Italian meal?", "Good, I'd love to. What time shall we go?", "About 7:00 PM. I'll call you then." ]
[ "Alice, what's your favorite movie of the year twenty seventeen?", "I must say it's Wonder Woman. When the movie was released in June last year, my parents were eager to take me to see it.", "Why did your parents want to take you to watch it so much?", "They considered it quite a different movie. You know, it is really rare to see a female action hero in a big budget movie. And it was also directed by a woman. I guess my parents wanted to show me that women could be powerful too.", "So do you think that the movie was a big success?", "You bet. It made more than 400 million dollars in ticket sales in the United States. In fact, there were only two bigger money makers among that years movies.", "Did you watch any other movies directed by women in twenty seventeen?", "Certainly. Women were in charge of more than 60 films in that year, including Before I Fall, Lady Bird and Battle of the Sexes. Among these three, I preferred the last." ]
[ "Eat up the eggs and beef. You need your protein if you're going to be strong.", "What I need is a cake. If I eat one more egg, I'll go crazy." ]
[ "Hi, Lisa, I haven't seen you for a long time. Where have you been?", "I have been in New York for one year and just came back. I'll never forget the experience.", "You really have had a good time. Why did you go there?", "I went there to teach Chinese in a middle school. There I made friends with a math teacher and an art teacher." ]
[ "The boys in this picture look awesome, Susan. Who are they?", "There are members of a band called R5. Their music is really popular right now online. I'm a big fan. This boy here is Ross and these here are Rocky, Riker and Rydel Lynch. Oh, and this is Ellington Ratliff.", "So who is this boy in the middle again?", "That's Ross. He's the lead singer and plays the rhythm guitar.", "What do the others do in the band?", "Rocky is a guitarist. Rydell plays keyboard and Ratliff plays the drums.", "Do you have one of their albums?", "Yes, I just bought their main album last month. Do you want to borrow it? You can take it home and listen to it." ]
[ "Hello, Globe Hotel. Can I help you?", "Yes, I have a reservation from the eighteenth to the twenty-first July for a double room with bath and balcony. I would like to change it from the eighteenth to the twenty-third July." ]
[ "Hi Lisa, how's the new flat?", "It's great. But we haven't finished moving all our furniture yet. The leather sofa was too big for the living room, so it's in the dining room for now." ]
[ "Hello, this is Carl's garage, we found Mister Wood's wallet here after he left this morning.", "He has been wondering whether he has to go out to the bank and the post office. Thank you for calling.", "Not at all." ]
[ "Hey Ann, you know they're organizing a company basketball team. And I'm thinking about joining. What do you think?", "Have.", "Have? What do we have? I'm the star player in high school.", "Yeah, 25 years ago." ]
[ "Can you hear that? Someone is knocking at the door.", "Yeah. Why don't you go and have a look?" ]
[ "This winter holiday was especially long. What have you done Mike?", "Nothing special, I visited our teachers at the high school and read a couple of books, which I had been longing for. How about yours?", "You know, I like traveling, I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself." ]
[ "Laura didn't pass the final exam in chemistry.", "She must be very sad.", "Her parents scolded her severely and she's very depressed now.", "At a time, like this, What she needs is a pat on the back rather than a blame." ]
[ "Hello, Betty! It's me, Tim! Am I calling at a bad time?", "No, not really.", "I have invited some of my friends to dinner at my house this evening. I thought maybe you'd like to come too.", "Well, that sounds good. But I'm afraid I've got to do some reading for my English course at home.", "Today is Friday. You've got to relax and enjoy yourself on the weekend.Y" ]
[ "This is all your fault. This wouldn't have happened if you hadn't tried to give money to that policeman.", "Well, if you'd listen to me when I suggested asking someone for directions, we wouldn't have got lost in the first place, would we?", "Oh, go on, blame it all on me. You were the one who was driving when we got stopped by the police. If you hadn't been speeding, we wouldn't have been stopped at all.", "That's not fair. We were doing fine until you suddenly decided you knew a quicker way.", "Oh, come on, I only suggest it because we were running so late. We would have been fine if you hadn't suggested driving instead of taking the train.", "No, we would have been fine if you had remembered to book tickets." ]
[ "I'd like to go to the cinema with you dad.", "Sorry honey. But this movie is intended for adults only.", "Really? If so I will go shopping instead.", "Good idea, you can prepare for our party." ]
[ "What's that smell? Are you making a chocolate cake? I smell something different. Pears?", "No, I'm making chocolate banana cookies. At first, I was going to use the oranges, but I think these will taste better." ]
[ "Could you bring me an English newspaper?", "Certainly, sir. I'll bring one as soon as possible. Would you like an evening newspaper tonight, too?", "No, that's alright. How much will it be?", "It's free, sir.", "Fine. Oh, would you get me some cigarettes as well, if that's not too much trouble?", "That's no trouble at all, sir. Which kind would you prefer?", "Malboro.", "How many packets do you need, sir?", "The 2 please.", "Could you have $10 ready, please?", "Sure.", "Thank you, sir. We'll bring you the newspaper and cigarettes as soon as possible." ]
[ "Here's your key. Check out time is 12 noon. If you want to stay until 6:00 PM, it's another half day. After that, you have to pay for another night.", "Okay. When is your restaurant open?", "It's open from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM everyday." ]
[ "Mary, I heard that Sam is forming his own band. What's the name of the band?", "Stay Away from the World. It will be a great success. Sam is very good at playing the guitar." ]
[ "Hi Bob. Did you talk to all of the witnesses to the car accident?", "Yes, an old lady was standing on the street corner when the accident happened. She said that it was the red cars fault. It was driving very fast and then quickly stopped when the traffic light changed.", "What did the kids say?", "The kids were playing in their front yard and they said that they didn't see anything.", "Did the neighbors see anything?", "One neighbor, Mr Jones, said that he saw a dog run out into the street in front of the car.", "No one else mentioned a dog. Did you talk to Mr Bates? He is the man who was selling newspapers on the street corner.", "Oh yeah, he said it was the blue car's fault." ]
[ "Excuse me, but I think this seat, 16 C is mine.", "That's strange, mine is 16 C, too. And here is my ticket.", "Sorry ma'am, your train is G 80, this is G 96." ]
[ "I can't believe I'll have to spend the whole weekend working on this paper.", "Yeah, it's pretty tight.", "Maybe you could write mine for me, too.", "Not a chance. You won't learn anything if you don't do your own work." ]
[ "Where to, miss?", "Please drop me off at the Kings Department store.", "On the westside?", "No, the east side, near the post office." ]
[ "Dad, where are we going?", "First, we will go to the city center and stop for something to drink, then we will visit the University Museum.", "Where are we going to have a drink?", "There is a coffee shop round the corner. Can you see that big building at the end of the road?", "Yeah, I can see it.", "That is a bank. The coffee shop is opposite the bank.", "Good, I will have hot chocolate.", "Samantha, stop. Wait for the lights to turn green. When crossing the road you must always pay attention to what's around you.", "Sorry. How far is the museum?", "Only 3 stops away, we can walk there. Here we are. You find us a table and I'll get the drinks." ]
[ "I just bought a new dress. What do you think of it?", "You look really great in it. So are you going to a job interview or a party?", "No, I was invited to give a talk in my school.", "So how much did you pay for it?", "I pay just $70 for it. I saved $30.", "That's really a bargain.", "You're right. Well, what did you do while I was out shopping?", "I watched TV for a while and then I did some reading. It wasn't a very interesting book so I just read a few pages. Then I took a shower.", "I thought you said you were going to see Mike.", "I'll go and visit him at his home tomorrow. He'll return home tomorrow morning.", "I'm glad he can finally returned home after that accident." ]
[ "I hate my roommate! Look at this, all the dishes still on the table from last night, and her clothes. She never puts them in her closet, they're on the floor on the chair, everywhere!" ]
[ "Home at last! That was the last time we had a holiday in the Lake District.", "It was beautiful. At least, it didn't snow.", "I would have preferred snowed a constant rain. We had never seen the sun there." ]
[ "Excuse me how much are the tickets please?", "$10 for the NAND out, students go half price.", "Two student tickets and adult one please." ]
[ "What a boring movie! I don't think it is as good as the first one.", "You're right, although the first one is 30 years old now and the novel is even older.", "At least they kept all the original music." ]
[ "When do you think this train will arrive? It's 30 minutes late as it is.", "I have no idea. All I know was that I'm already late for my meeting. It's unusual though. I don't usually have a problem with this train." ]
[ "Your daughter is so cute. She reminds me of my little cousin, who is almost 1 year old. They both have really pretty hair. So, how old is she?", "Uh, my son is 1 and half.", "Oh, uh sorry about that.", "Don't worry about it." ]
[ "Should I take a taxi or a bus to the Town Center?", "You can take either. but the train goes directly there. It's cheaper, too.", "Thanks. I'll do that instead." ]
[ "Well, Lucy. Why do you look unhappy?", "Oh, Mike. I've made 3 bad mistakes so far this week. This morning I forgot to give a very important message to my father, so he got really angry with me.", "But you're usually very careful and never make mistakes. What's the matter with you?", "I'm very tired. I don't know what I'm doing these days.", "Have you gone to bed late recently?", "I'm usually embedded about 10:00, but I have been woken up at 4:30 every morning. And then I can't go back to sleep.", "Why?", "It's my new neighbor. He has to get up at 4:30 every morning and he always turns his radio on loudly.", "Ask him to turn it down then." ]
[ "Of the two cars we have seen today, which one do you prefer?", "Well, the red one is more comfortable but costs much more, while the white one doesn't use much gas. As a lover of nature, I am surely going to choose the latter." ]
[ "Julia and I are driving downtown this afternoon. Want to come, Tom?", "Thanks, Kathy, but I've got to study. I'm way behind in maths." ]
[ "I wonder if you have some change, I want to make a call.", "I would like to lend you some change, but I only have 3 coins and I need them for my bus fare." ]
[ "Hi, Sam, can you help me this weekend? I need help moving a new sofa into my house.", "Hey, Jennifer, no problem. I'm free this weekend and my truck is great for moving stuff. Where did you get the sofa?", "My friend Jack is moving next week, but his new apartment is very small. So he is giving me his sofa.", "It's good that your place is large enough to fit the sofa. Where will you put it?", "I have space in the living room. My current sofa is a little old and dirty, so I'm just going to throw it away.", "Yeah, my sofa gets dirty easily as well. Hey, I know Jack from work. Where is he moving?", "He is actually just moving across the street. Even though he won't have much space, he will have a great view.", "And you get a new sofa?", "Yup, it will be nice to get rid of my old one.", "Maybe Jack needs to get rid of some other furniture when he moves.", "I guess you can find out next week." ]
[ "How did you meet Alice?", "Well, we picked the same clothes at the same time in a shop yesterday. Then we had a talk and found out that we went to the same school and had lunch in the same restaurant." ]
[ "I'll order a burger and some dessert. What about you?", "I'll go for a pizza. I've been thinking about it all day long." ]
[ "James is going out on his boat next weekend, and he invited us to go with him.", "But I have tickets to a baseball game." ]
[ "I'm expecting to go abroad shortly, so I am very anxious to learn a (?) English to get along by myself.", "It's awful to visit a foreign country without being able to use the language." ]
[ "Ted, it's really you. I just can not believe it. You've really put on some weight.", "Yeah, that's true. Actually I'm losing weight now. Now I go to the gym at least 3 times a week. So how have you been?", "Not bad. I've changed my job, you know. Now I'm not as busy as before, and I spend more time hanging out with friends and sleeping.", "Do you also exercise?", "Not really. But I'm on a diet. I don't want to put on any weight.", "Well, I think working out works better. I've really fallen in love with exercising. You can give it a shot, too." ]
[ "Hey, Kathy. Nice to see you. I just had the worst weekend of my life up in California's wine country. It rained the whole time. How was your weekend?", "I saw Beyonce and Jay-Z in concert together. It cost about $200, but it was worth every penny." ]
[ "I like to buy a new watch. Can you help me?", "Why don't you buy a clock? Then you can save a lot of money.", "That's a good idea." ]
[ "Nice to meet you, Peter.", "Welcome to my home. Come in, please.", "Who is the man I met at the gate a moment ago?", "Do you mean the man wearing a pair of sunglasses? He is my neighbor. We have been neighbors for 20 years.", "Really? I haven't met him before, though I have been here several times.", "He is a pilot named Jack. He has been to many countries in the world.", "How lucky he is.", "But his wife isn't so lucky. She always stays at home alone.", "I see. Haven't they got a child?", "No, they considered Charlie as their son. It's really a kind pet dog." ]
[ "It's raining again. Tom, bring me the umbrella.", "Well, mom. I'm sorry to tell you that I left it on the bus.", "Again? Don't you know that umbrella is expensive? You always leave our umbrellas on the bus, don't you?", "I'm sorry, mom. I won't let it happen again.", "It's no use saying sorry. You should be more careful and remember to take the umbrella with you when you get off the bus next time, OK?", "OK. I won't lose anymore umbrellas, mom.", "Anyway, just give me your cellphone, then you won't focus on it and lose the umbrella. You are having trouble with your study because of your phone, too.", "OK, if you want." ]
[ "May I borrow your phone? My battery is dead.", "Sure.", "I need to make a call to my wife to let her know my boss had me work late.", "OK, but please hurry. My taxi will be coming soon." ]
[ "Welcome to Danny's, may I take your order please?", "Yeah, I'd like a turkey sandwich.", "Alright, do you want cheese on your sandwich?", "Yes, please and I'd like some other things to go with a sandwich for lunch.", "Of course, you have your choice of soup or a salad and a medium drink.", "What is the soup of the day?", "We have beef with vegetables or chicken with rice.", "Oh, I'll have beef with vegetables then and the Diet Coke.", "Great, your total is $9.", "Here's a 10, keep the change.", "Thank you." ]
[ "The children have been playing in the mountains for a long time. Why haven't they come back? I am really worried about them.", "Look at the sky. Black clouds are gathering and strong winds are blowing. It seems a heavy rain will fall soon.", "They haven't brought anything to protect themselves. They will be caught in the rain I think.", "Don't be worried too much about them. Anyhow, they're old enough now. They ought to be able to take care of themselves.", "I'm afraid they will catch a cold if they are caught in the rain. You see it's a little cold now.", "Shall we bring some umbrellas or raincoats for them?", "How can you find them since we don't know where they are?", "Well, we can only stay home and wait for them." ]
[ "Darling, I've been thinking. You know Jane and Robert who just moved in next door have just had a baby girl. I really think we ought to get them some sort of present.", "You're right. Have you got anything in mind?", "Why don't we get the baby a nice little dress? I was in mother care the other day and they had some lovely ones in there.", "A dress? I expect they've received lots of clothes for the baby. What about a toy, something the baby can play with?", "Newborn babies don't play with toys, darling. They just sleep, eat and cry. Maybe we should get Jane and Robert something useful for the baby.", "Yes, useful and boring.", "Boring? Just because something's useful doesn't mean it has to be boring.", "Well, I still think a toy would be better. We could get her one of those things you put on the child's bed that plays music and goes around in circles.", "Oh, yes. You mean a wind bell. Yes, that's a good idea. Why don't we go and see if we can find this afternoon?", "Alright." ]
[ "How often do you exercise? Do you play any sports?", "I do sports at school, that's about 3 hours every week. But that's all. I don't do any sports outside of school.", "Not even any cycling or walking?", "Very rarely. Because my mom takes me to school in the car.", "Did you know that doing jobs around the house like cleaning or gardening can help you lose weight?", "Really? I hate cleaning and gardening. If I have free time, I like reading books.", "What do you usually eat for breakfast and lunch?", "I'm usually in a hurry in the morning, so I just eat some biscuits. At lunchtime, I buy a large bag of potato chips.", "And what do you eat at home in the evening?", "Usually fish with vegetables or sometimes spaghetti.", "Do you often eat snacks between meals?", "Sometimes. I always eat a chocolate bar during my break and I often have a yogurt or an ice cream when I arrive home from school." ]
[ "Hi, what's the homework for the literature class? I missed it today.", "We're supposed to read chapter 4.", "Great. I have read it when I was studying in the library last night.", "Wow, lucky you. You can watch the football match tonight.", "That is right." ]
[ "Ted are you going to Paris tonight?", "Yes, my flight takes off at 7:00 PM.", "Will you go to the airport directly?", "No, I'll go home first? I have to pack some clothes." ]
[ "Could you come and help me repair the computer, Noel? I can't go on the Internet.", "You have to install an anti-virus software on your computer. If not, your computer will be attacked by viruses." ]
[ "Hello, this is Canon Camera Company in Beijing. Good morning. What can I do for you?", "Well, I am making this phone call to complain about a digital camera made by your company.", "What is the problem with it?", "The screen always goes black.", "Could you tell me how long this has been happening?", "It started a week ago.", "Then is it still under guarantee?", "Yes, I bought it only a month ago.", "OK. Can you tell me where you bought it and the type of camera?", "I bought it in Xidan Shopping Market. Its model number is IXUS210.", "OK. You can bring it to our repair center to let the staff look at it first. If there is a problem with the camera, you can have it replaced or get a refund.", "Where is your repair center?", "It's at 1553 Palace Street on the seventh floor. We apologize for causing you trouble." ]
[ "Hi, John. What are your plans for the weekend?", "Huh? My plans? Nothing really. Probably read some books or play on my computer. Why?", "Well, I want to invite you to my home for dinner. So we can get to know each other better.", "You want to invite me to dinner? But we've been in the same class for the past 2 years and you've never even spoken to me before.", "Yes, I know. We seldom have the chance to talk. I'm always playing with my friends and having fun, while you always have your face in a book.", "Yeah. Well, I guess I can come. Thanks. Actually, I do feel like relaxing. I have been working all week on science project.", "Really? I haven't even started it yet. Science is so boring.", "You haven't started it yet? Listen, maybe you should spend this weekend doing the project. It really is a lot of work. We can have dinner next weekend.", "No, no. It has to be this weekend. Hey, I know, you're good at science and have already done the project. So after dinner, maybe you can do my project.", "Do your project?", "I... I mean, help me do my project. Just bring your books and the project plan. It shouldn't take you...Ah... I mean us, long to finish.", "Us? Yeah, I see. Listen, Mary, I've just remembered. I'm busy this weekend, so I won't be able to make it to dinner." ]
[ "You're watching TV again Peter.", "I have washed all the bowls and plates.", "But you haven't watered the flowers or fed the birds.", "I'm sorry. I forgot, I will do it now.", "Your dad just did that for you.", "Oh that was really nice of him. Well mom, I turned on the TV only because I want to know the result of the game between Manchester United and Manchester City.", "Why didn't you just search online?", "My computer isn't working.", "Didn't you turn it off after you finished your homework?", "Oh that's right. I forgot. No wonder!" ]
[ "Look, it's going to pour. You'd better put your bike in the garage.", "Why bother? It's been through a lot worse than it still works fine." ]
[ "Would you like something to drink? I have soda, coffee and orange juice.", "Thank you and I prefer orange juice." ]
[ "Todd, I heard you are from San Francisco. How is the weather there?", "Well, the best time of the year is probably in September, it rains a lot from November to March next year.", "So how's the living there?", "It's really expensive. Because there are lots of really big rich companies like Facebook, Google, and Apple. They pay their employees a lot of money. Once you get the job at these companies. You are SAT. But it also means that the cost of living there has really gone up." ]
[ "I've got some good news.", "Did you get a promotion?", "Better than that, my wife is pregnant.", "That's great news. You've been looking forward to being a father for two years, right?" ]
[ "Hello, Mike. It's Caroline here. I've just been reading a paper and I found a job advertised in it that I think will be perfect for you.", "Oh, what's the job?", "The company want a marketing manager. Isn't that the kind of thing you're looking for?", "Yes. Does it say what kind of job it is?", "The main thing seems to be that you'll be in charge of sales planning.", "Well, what sort of people are they looking for? I suppose they want me to have an MBA.", "There is nothing about that, but it does say that they are looking for someone who can speak foreign languages. Well, that's OK for you, because you've lived abroad and you can speak German, right?", "Yes, when can I apply for the job?", "The third of July is the closing date, so you've got exactly a month. Do you want me to email you the advert, so you can see it yourself?", "Yes, that would be great." ]
[ "Hello Tom, do you mean your going away?", "Oh yes, I've booked the ticket and it's time for me to go back home.", "Well, how long have you been in China?", "I've been here for 2 years.", "Did you enjoy your stay?", "Yes, indeed. I should say. I've had a wonderful time over the past 2 years. You and Xiao Fang have given me a lot of help. People here are very friendly. Thank you all very much.", "When are you leaving?", "I'm off next Sunday. I've come to say goodbye today.", "I'd like to invite you to dinner before you go. What about Friday?", "I'm free on Friday. I'd like to come. Would you please ask Xiao Fang to be there, too?" ]
[ "So what kind of career would you like to have?", "Well, I'm not sure exactly. Being a writer could be interesting.", "I guess so, though I'm sure I wouldn't like it, because it would require spending a lot of time alone and always sitting down.", "What do you want to do then?", "Well, I'd love to work as a sports coach. I really like staying in shape.", "Yeah, I'd like to be able to keep fit while I work. You know, I'd love to be a university professor. Teaching college students would be really worthwhile." ]
[ "Ross, you look so worried. What happened?", "Well. I wanted to get into Mister Will's class that I just found out that there are too many people on the waiting list. I guess my chances are probably small.", "Don't worry, everything will workout just fine." ]
[ "Jody, I'm looking for a keyboard player, and a guitarist for my new band. Do you still play the guitar?", "Oh, I gave up a long time ago. I'm having lessons on the drums." ]
[ "What are you doing this weekend, Mark?", "Well, I wanted to go to the mountains or the forest, but I've got no one to go with.", "I'm going to the river Do you want to come with me?", "I'd love to, thanks." ]
[ "Hey, sorry. The meeting ran late. What is this?", "Someone in the club gave me this. It's an invitation from a tennis club in Sweden.", "Sweden? Why did he give it to you?", "He wants me to join. A lot of people who joined ended up becoming professional tennis players.", "Oh, that's amazing. You have to do it.", "But I don't want to go.", "Why?", "Because I have promised my uncle I would help him at his company.", "But this is a good opportunity. I think your uncle can find someone else to help him.", "I'm not interested in playing professionally. I'd rather be working on my uncles company and saving money for college." ]
[ "Lucy, I'm terribly sorry to hear your mother was seriously ill.", "Don't worry so much, grampa. She is much better now." ]
[ "What would you like? Pizza, sandwich, hotdog, fried rice? We do everything.", "Takeaway fried rice sounds good.", "OK. Fried.", "No. On second thought, I'll have a tomato sandwich." ]
[ "Hi, Mary, how are you doing?", "Fine. What happened to you yesterday? I didn't see you in class.", "Oh, I overslept as usual, what went on anyway?", "Mister Smith wants to see you in his office." ]
[ "Is Mr Black new here?", "Yes.", "Do you like him?", "Yes, we rarely miss any of his lectures. He's got a good voice. And he often sings to us." ]
[ "Professor Donald, are you giving your advanced geology course again next semester?", "Yes, that is what I am planning to do.", "I was wondering if I could enroll in it. I know it's a graduate course and I am only a junior, but…", "Aren't you a bit young? I've allowed qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time keeping up.", "I know, but I am most interested in American geology. And I've done a lot of reading in this field. Last semester I took Professor Berman's course, and I didn't find it challenging enough. I really want to learn something new." ]
[ "Hello professor Dennis. I read in the University newspaper, they were looking for a student to work as a language laboratory assistant.", "Yes, we are are. Are you interested in the job?", "I think so. But before I apply could you tell me more about the work?", "Well most of lessons are on cassette tapes, the cassettes are kept in order on these shelves. You just organized the tapes after each class.", "How many hours would you need me to work each week?", "We need someone Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. That's the busiest time each day for the lab." ]
[ "I'm going to Australia next year. Aren't you from Australia, Beth?", "Actually I'm from New Zealand.", "Oh, I didn't know that. So what's it look like there?", "Oh, it's beautiful. There are lots of farms and it's very mountainous.", "Really? How high are the mountains?", "Well, the highest one is Mount Cook. It's about 3800 meters high.", "Wow, so how far is New Zealand from Australia?", "Well, I live in Auckland and it's about 2000 kilometers from Sydney.", "Maybe I should visit your country next year, too." ]
[ "Hi, what will you do with your broken cellphone?", "I'll throw it away. I don't need it anymore.", "Don't throw away electronic waste carelessly. It's dangerous to the environment.", "You mean I should keep these useless things at home.", "I'm not saying that. But do you know that every year a lot of useless computers and cellphones pollute the soil?", "Oh, I see. So what do you think I should do then?", "You can sell the phone and it can be recycled.", "Alright. I think you're right. I'll do that.", "Great." ]
[ "Excuse me. Can you tell me the way to the Main Square?", "Oh, it's far from here. You may get there by taxi." ]
[ "How do you like your English lessons, Lilei?", "Well, I'm enjoying them, but they are not easy.", "What do you find difficult?", "Lots of things, especially learning new words, I try my best to speak English. Although I sometimes make mistakes in pronunciation.", "Do you read many books in English?", "Not many, I don't like looking up words in the dictionary, I prefer listening more.", "Listening is useful, but I think you should read more too. In that way, you'll find it easier to learn new words." ]
[ "Hi, Megan. How are you? Have you seen the doctor?", "No, it's not about me. It's about Bonzo.", "What happened?", "I was playing football with Bonzo in the garden, and the ball went over the garden into the road. When Bonzo was running after it, he got hit by a car.", "Oh, no! Didn't the drivers see Bonzo?", "Not really. Bonzo was running too fast. We took him to the pet hospital immediately. But there was nothing they could do.", "Oh, poor dog. I know how much he meant to you.", "I have had him since he was 2 months old. He was like one of my family.", "I know you are very sad, but you can't be alone like this anymore. Let's go out and do some shopping, which is your favorite.", "I would like to have a cup of coffee to calm down." ]
[ "I wonder if Simon will be here by 8:00, he supposed to be.", "His wife said he left at 7:30, so he should be here by 8:10 at the latest." ]
[ "Tony, thank you for bringing those old coins today, they really helped to bring our history class to life.", "You're welcome, Miss.", "Don't forget to take them home with you tonight." ]
[ "I saw an ad for a medical assistant job the other day and I thought you should apply. Or did you say you wanted something more related to technology?", "I'm actually looking for a job in education. Medicine and technology don't interest me much." ]
[ "Hi, you look excited. What happened?", "It's a lucky day for me. I not only got a chance to see the CBA, but get the ticket of Disneyland. And the most important thing to me is that a singing contest will be held in our school soon. I plan to take part in it.", "Great! You have a good voice. By the way, are they giving prizes? I remember last time you got a pocket radio in the English contest.", "It is said an ipad mini will be given as a reward to the first prize winner.", "So cool. I bet you can get the first prize. Good luck!" ]
[ "Are you still learning Chinese?", "Yes, but I don't have enough time for it. I have so many other things to do every day.", "It is the same with me. I can read Chinese now but I still find it difficult to speak Chinese and I don't always understand people when they speak Chinese to me.", "We don't hear Chinese enough I think. Do you listen to the radio from China?", "Yes, I listen to the news from China almost everyday. That helps me understand Chinese but not to speak it.", "We'd better go to China for a holiday.", "Right. That'll be the best way." ]
[ "Mister Black, your student Tony shows create enthusiasm for musical instrument.", "I only wish he showed half as much for his English lessons." ]
[ "How much is the entrance fee to you know zoo?", "The fee is $30.", "Is that for adults or children?", "That's for adults. The price for students is $20, then for children under 12 it's free." ]
[ "It was the third time Roger had phoned me to say he had a new job. It was so surprising.", "It's difficult to keep a young man in one job for life nowadays. Well, times are changing." ]
[ "You played online games in class. What's your excuse this time?", "Well, I was searching for information on physics.", "Oh yes?" ]
[ "I'm so excited.", "Any good news?", "Jimmy and I got the chance to visit New York with another 3 people for free." ]
[ "Universal Travel Agency, may I help you?", "Yes, my husband and I want to take a vacation to an island somewhere. Do you have any places to recommend?", "Certainly, off the top of my head. I would suggest the island of Bali.", "Why Bali?", "At this time of year. Most places have a lot of rain, but it is the dry season in Bali. There are also many excellent restaurants and hotels to choose from, plus, Bali is known for its surfing and diving, and I must say that the shopping is absolutely great.", "That sounds amazing. Jason loves to dive, and I love to shop and eat. Can you tell me how much it will cost for the two of us?", "It will take a day or two to get up-to-date prices, but I will call you as soon as I do.", "Thank you, would we have to pay for the trip right away?", "I'll need your credit card number to make a reservation. But you won't actually have to pay for it until you get there." ]
[ "I wonder if there is a service charge for our meal?", "I think so. The menu says the service charge is 10%. Question, how much is the service charge if the food costs $50?" ]
[ "Hey young lady, get back here and have some breakfast.", "Dan, I don't have time I'll be late for school." ]
[ "Thanks for meeting with me today.", "Well. We're trying to finish interviews today. We need a roommate by the first of next month.", "OK. So how many of you live here?", "There are 3 of us. Mary and Rob are both nursing students. I graduated last year and I'm working in a bank.", "Oh, good. I'm a student as well.", "You don't smoke, do you? Mary refuses to live with smokers. Our last roommate claimed that she never smoked, but sometimes she would and it upset Mary a lot.", "No, no, I'm a non smoker.", "OK, good. My main concern is that you are quiet. We study a lot around here.", "I'm quiet. I'm also very clean.", "Great. Rob is the cleanest one in the house, so he'll be thrilled to hear that.", "Do you guys ever cook dinner together?", "Robin, Mary do. They're both very healthy. They eat salads and exercise every day. I work a lot, so I buy cooked food at a restaurant, then carry it away to eat at home most nights. But sometimes they share their food with me.", "I love to cook and I always make a lot, so I'd be happy to share with you.", "Awesome! Well, You seem like you'd fit in well in the house. When Mary and Rob get home this afternoon, I'll tell them that I met with you and I think they would like you. After that, I'll give you a call.", "Thanks." ]
[ "Oh, it's so hot. May I turn on the air conditioner?", "Sorry, the air conditioner is broken. How about an electric fan or just using some paper to fan yourself.", "Oh, an electric fan, please." ]
[ "If I were you, I'd take the bus to work. Driving during rush hour is terrible.", "But by the time the bus gets to my stop, there aren't any seats left." ]
[ "I'm really concerned about these new hotel development. The first issue is that they were have to cut down the trees in the area.", "Yes, but I think that is unavoidable, besides, think of all the jobs that it will bring to the area." ]
[ "I hear there is a good Japanese restaurant, should we go there for lunch?", "Yes, but it's my treat this time." ]