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train_1400
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# turns to #Person2# for help as the plumbing in #Person1#'s apartment doesn't work. #Person2# will look at it this afternoon.
[ "#Person1#: I just moved into my apartment, and the plumbing is not working.\n#Person2#: Can you describe the plumbing problems you are having?\n#Person1#: The bathtub barely drains at all.\n#Person2#: Okay, the bathroom plumbing needs looking at. What about the kitchen plumbing?\n#Person1#: Neither the kitchen nor...
train_1401
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# why #Person2# is rude to #Person2#'s wife.
[ "#Person1#: Why are you so rude to your wife?\n#Person2#: I didn't like her butting in where I didn't want her. She's a chatter box.\n#Person1#: But she means to help you, not to trouble you.\n#Person2#: I know. But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point." ]
train_1402
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# introduces and recommends the group account management service to #Person2# and #Person2# wants to see the testimonials.
[ "#Person1#: Not only does it centralise management, it also increases the efficiency of funds. We have testimonials from various companies who are very happy with the service.\n#Person2#: Yes, I'm sure you do. It sounds like an excellent service.\n#Person1#: You see, nowadays, a lot of companies are concerned about...
train_1403
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# experienced an earthquake in Tokyo. #Person1# hasn't been in an earthquake but was in quite a few tornados when #Person1# was younger and #Person1#'s father's car was destroyed in a flood.
[ "#Person1#: Have you ever been in an earthquake?\n#Person2#: Yes, I experienced one when I was in Tokyo once. The tremors only lasted a few seconds though and then it was over.\n#Person1#: Do you know where it measured on the Richter scale?\n#Person2#: I don't remember, but it wasn't very serious. Have you ever bee...
train_1404
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the weather forecast for today.
[ "#Person1#: What's the weather forecast for today?\n#Person2#: Cloudy in the morning, overcast in the afternoon.\n#Person1#: Any rain?\n#Person2#: No, but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow.\n#Person1#: I wouldn't either. It's been looking like rain for several days." ]
train_1405
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# will visit Jane tonight and Jane tells #Person1# the best way to her house. #Person1# will see Jane at seven.
[ "#Person1#: Hi Jane, can you let me know the best way to get to your house this evening?\n#Person2#: Certainly, where will you be coming from?\n#Person1#: I need to be in the city centre this afternoon so I will be coming straight from there.\n#Person2#: Ok. Take the Underground, the Circle line, to High Street Ken...
train_1406
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# shares with #Person1# the feelings of working with one of their colleagues.
[ "#Person1#: She is, like, mega-intense, isn't she?\n#Person2#: Ha, she is unstoppable. I'm learning so much from her.\n#Person1#: What's it like to work with her?\n#Person2#: She's demanding. But I like that. I mean, I know our timeline is tight.\n#Person1#: Tell me about it.\n#Person2#: You guys are working around...
train_1407
Summarize the following conversation.
Liu Wei and Susan introduce themselves to each other at a party.
[ "#Person1#: Great party, isn't it?\n#Person2#: Yeah, it really is. I like it very much!\n#Person1#: By the way, my name is Liu Wei. Nice to meet you!\n#Person2#: Hi, I'm Susan Marshall. You can call me Susan. Nice to meet you.\n#Person1#: You look so young. What do you do, Susan?\n#Person2#: Well, I'm a college stu...
train_1408
Summarize the following conversation.
Tony is looking for a job. Susan tells Tony about her current job as a waiter in a restaurant and Tony has a great interest in it. Susan has told her boss about Tony and her boss promised to give Tony the job. Susan also tells Tony about the dos and don'ts.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Tony. Haven't seen you for a long time. How have you been?\n#Person2#: OK, I'Ve been looking for a job for days, and I haven't found one yet. It's so hard finding work these days. Have you had any luck?\n#Person1#: Yes, I've got a job, a waiter's job in a restaurant.\n#Person2#: Are you well paid?\n...
train_1409
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# is not satisfied with #Person2#'s appearance and wants to have plastic surgery. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# looks good and plastic surgery hurts.
[ "#Person1#: What are you doing?\n#Person2#: Look at me. I look so old! I look as if I were thirty.\n#Person1#: Come on! Stop being so vain. You look great! You are beautiful!\n#Person2#: Yes, I am, but I think it's time for some plastic surgery I'm tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin. See?\n#Person1#: I don't ...
train_1410
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about John's misfortune.
[ "#Person1#: John has some trouble in his life.\n#Person2#: I hear that his father died.\n#Person1#: Yeah. He's been having an easy time since he was a boy, and now he doesn't know how to face the music.\n#Person2#: He is out of luck." ]
train_1411
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# a question but #Person2# didn't answer directly. #Person1# complains about that. #Person2# is sorry about that but doesn't know why Chinese people sometimes would do this either.
[ "#Person1#: Did you go to the bank to withdraw money?\n#Person2#: Today is so hot, besides I had so much housework to do. My friend came for a visit and stayed for two hours. I didn't forget, but I had no time at all.\n#Person1#: So you didn't. Is that right?\n#Person2#: Yes. I'm sorry.\n#Person1#: Why didn't you j...
train_1412
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# discuss the proper time for the company retreat. #Person2# will take a survey and give #Person1# the answers.
[ "#Person1#: The Mountains would be a great place for the company retreat.\n#Person2#: That's a wonderful choice.\n#Person1#: I have chosen January as the month for this retreat.\n#Person2#: January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays.\n#Person1#: Yes, maybe another choice might be better.\n#Person2#: I ...
train_1413
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# has a job interview with #Person2# and #Person2# shares #Person2#'s past experiences, the most significant project #Person2# has worked on, how #Person2#'s coworkers evaluate #Person2#, the reasons why #Person2# is qualified for the position, and #Person2#'s salary expectations.
[ "#Person1#: Tell me something about yourself and your past.\n#Person2#: I was born and grew up in hebes Province. I moved to Beijing, where I started taking courses for my MBA. When I completed my degree, I was offered an opportunity working for a financial services company. I've worked there for eight years.\n#Per...
train_1414
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what to eat and they decide to have something in Al's Steakhouse, an all-you-can-eat place that serves such large portions of meat.
[ "#Person1#: Want to send out for some Chinese?\n#Person2#: Some what?\n#Person1#: Some Chinese food. I'm hungry, and there's a take-out restaurant near here. We can have them deliver and then watch the news on TV while we eat.\n#Person2#: No, I'd rather go out. The Chinese food here is rather different from what I ...
train_1415
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# the information of the bus pass and wants to get the student bus pass.
[ "#Person1#: Can you tell me the price for a bus pass?\n#Person2#: It costs $ 65 to buy a monthly pass.\n#Person1#: Is there a cheaper bus pass?\n#Person2#: There are student passes.\n#Person1#: For how much?\n#Person2#: It doesn't cost anything for the pass.\n#Person1#: It's absolutely free?\n#Person2#: The monthly...
train_1416
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants the same style in white. #Person2# asks #Person1# to come on Friday.
[ "#Person1#: Do you have the same style in white?\n#Person2#: Sorry, miss. I'm afraid we don't have any on hand today.\n#Person1#: What a pity. Are you likely to be getting more in?\n#Person2#: Yes, maybe you can come on Friday." ]
train_1417
Summarize the following conversation.
Miss Chen has prepared everything well for Mr. Li's meeting.
[ "#Person1#: Is the room ready for the meeting, Miss Chen?\n#Person2#: Yes, Mr. Li.\n#Person1#: How about the microphone and speakers?\n#Person2#: I also have done it.\n#Person1#: Good. Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants?\n#Person2#: Yes. They have been laid by their name cards on the meet...
train_1418
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# recommends Mei Hong to go to Xi'an by air and will book a ticket for Mei Hong.
[ "#Person1#: Hey Mei Hong, how are you getting to Xi'an next week?\n#Person2#: I'm not sure yet. I may take the train but then again I might take the bus.\n#Person1#: Yeah but the bus takes a long time. You could fly - it's not so expensive these days.\n#Person2#: Really? Maybe I'll do that then.\n#Person1#: Ok well...
train_1419
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# is thinking about getting hair shampooed when #Person2#'s son is getting hair cut. #Person1# recommends a massage. #Person2# feels refreshed and buys the coupon.
[ "#Person1#: Would you please take a seat over there? There are some interesting magazines on the coffee-table.\n#Person2#: Thank you. How long it take to get my son's hair cut?\n#Person1#: It shouldn't be long. Thirty minutes, tops. Are you in a hurry?\n#Person2#: No. I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shamp...
train_1420
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to make dinner but has no idea what to cook. #Person2# teaches #Person1# how to cook a teriyaki bowl.
[ "#Person1#: I want to make dinner tonight.\n#Person2#: What are you thinking of making?\n#Person1#: I don't have any idea what to cook.\n#Person2#: How about making a teriyaki bowl?\n#Person1#: Can you tell me how to make it?\n#Person2#: All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice.\n#Person1#: Okay, but what...
train_1421
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# is buying presents for a friend and #Person1# tells #Person1# to keep the receipt in case of any exchange.
[ "#Person1#: So that will be one teddy, two terry cloth robes, three pairs of satin slippers, and two pairs of pajamas.\n#Person2#: Does all that come to 10, 000 NT?\n#Person1#: Let me see. . . yes, more. That will be 15, 880 NT in total. And after the discount, your total comes to 12, 704 NT. Here's your free teddy...
train_1422
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to modify the terms of payment and packaging in the draft contract. #Person2# has agreed on all the major points.
[ "#Person1#: Madam, I made a close study of the draft contract yesterday evening. I think there are something needs to modify.\n#Person2#: Which terms?\n#Person1#: First, about the terms of payment. Your draft contract says that payment is to be made by D \\ A. This is not our practice. We prefer to have the payment...
train_1423
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# quite enjoys the meal and #Person1# will serve #Person2# an apple crisp, a chocolate mousse cake, and four coffees.
[ "#Person1#: Did you enjoy your meal?\n#Person2#: Yes, we really enjoyed it.\n#Person1#: May I interest you in some dessert?\n#Person2#: Yes, that sounds great.\n#Person1#: Well, we have chocolate mousse cake, homemade fresh strawberry shortcake, and a spicy rum apple crisp for our specials.\n#Person2#: The apple cr...
train_1424
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants a single room and #Person2#, the hotel receptionist, tells #Person1# the charge of the room and when is the restaurant open.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, I'd like a single room.\n#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?\n#Person1#: No, I'm afraid not.\n#Person2#: Let me check if we have any vacancies. . . You're in luck. We have one single room available.\n#Person1#: How much is it?\n#Person2#: $ 60 a night. No charge for local calls on the phone or for...
train_1425
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants to apply for a loan supporting #Person2#'s son's study abroad and #Person1# tells #Person2# details of the loan. #Person2# is happy that the loan can cover living expenses and tuition.
[ "#Person1#: May I help you at all?\n#Person2#: Yes, please. My son wants to go overseas, to England, to do his Master degree. I wondered if you offer any kind of loan that could assist him in doing so?\n#Person1#: We certainly do. I can give you some details about a loan called Personal Loan for Studying Abroad. We...
train_1426
Summarize the following conversation.
Peter tells #Person2# he has been waiting for his annual health examination for over an hour and is worried about being late for a meeting. Fortunately, Dr. Watson comes.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me. I've been waiting for over an hour. My appointment was scheduled for 11:00 a.m., and I have a meeting at 1:30 p.m. I took lunch early and then came straight here for my annual health examination.\n#Person2#: What's your name, sir?\n#Person1#: Peter Jennings.\n#Person2#: Let's see...you're nex...
train_1427
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tries the best to take #Person1# to the Grand Hotel.
[ "#Person1#: Do you think you can take me to the Grand Hotel in 30 minutes?\n#Person2#: It depends. If the traffic isn't too heavy... Anyhow, I'll try my best. You've got enough time.\n#Person1#: How much should I pay?\n#Person2#: $12.75, please.\n#Person1#: Thanks a lot. Here's $15. Give me $1.00 back, please." ]
train_1428
Summarize the following conversation.
Anna was worried about her brother when #Person1# talks about the meeting. #Person1# comforts Anna.
[ "#Person1#: The manager just emailed to say that the meeting would be put off till the next Sunday. Will you have everything ready by then? Anna, what's wrong? Are you hearing me?\n#Person2#: Sorry, I was thinking about my brother. I haven't heard from him for two weeks.\n#Person1#: How often do you call each other...
train_1429
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is interviewing Wan Mei. Wan Mei tells #Person1# the previous experiences at school and at work and reason for applying for this company. #Person1# tells Wan MEi there's a good chance for Wan Mei to come to work for this company.
[ "#Person1#: Hello!\n#Person2#: Hello! Glad to meet you.\n#Person1#: Tell me something about yourself, please.\n#Person2#: My name is Wan Mei and I live in Guangzhou. I was born in 1987. I am a student of Jinan University. I have majored in Public Administration, I like travelling very much and enjoy sports. I am in...
train_1430
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to buy a ticket for the next flight to Berlin. #Person2# tells #Person1# to get it from the machine.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me, but could you tell me when the plane for Berlin leaves?\n#Person2#: In 40 minutes, at eleven o'clock. The plane for Berlin leaves every two hours.\n#Person1#: How much is a second class ticket, please?\n#Person2#: We have only first class tickets left. It is $ 350 one way.\n#Person1#: OK. I'd...
train_1431
Summarize the following conversation.
Mike and #Person2# agree that it's significant to exercise more, eat better and have a good sleep in order to stay healthy.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Mike. What have you been up to?\n#Person2#: Not much. I started exercising.\n#Person1#: Trying to get in shape?\n#Person2#: Yeah, and I need to start improving my health.\n#Person1#: Me, too. What are you doing besides exercising?\n#Person2#: That's about all.\n#Person1#: I think if you eat better, ...
train_1432
Summarize the following conversation.
Both #Person1# and Bob feel tired when preparing the entrance exam. #Person1# doesn't think going to college is the only future they have. Bob agrees but still thinks it's a better choice.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, Bob. I haven't seen you for a long time. How are you getting along with your preparations for the entrance exam?\n#Person2#: Well, I really can't tell. Anyhow, I'm doing my best, working night and day.\n#Person1#: So am I. Sometimes, I feel very tired, both physically and mentally.\n#Person2#: I ...
train_1433
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the postage and the weight of the letter and asks #Person1# to write down the postal code.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me. What's the postage on this letter to New York, please?\n#Person2#: How would you like to send it?\n#Person1#: By registered airmail.\n#Person2#: Eighty cents, please. And please write down the postal code in the mailing address. Anything else?\n#Person1#: Yes. I'd like 6 postcards and 10 fift...
train_1434
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# serves #Person2# and #Person2# orders a drink and appetizer first and then orders food for the dinner.
[ "#Person1#: Good evening, can I get you a drink? \n#Person2#: Sure, I would like a Coke. \n#Person1#: Would you like to order anything off the appetizer menu? \n#Person2#: Let's see, can I get some fried zucchini, please? \n#Person1#: Would you like to order anything else? \n#Person2#: No, that's it, thank you. \n#...
train_1435
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# when and where to park the automobile in the evenings and reminds #Person1# to be aware of the time limits on the street signs and the curb colors.
[ "#Person1#: Can you tell me where I can park? \n#Person2#: Are you driving a motorcycle or an automobile? \n#Person1#: I drive an automobile. \n#Person2#: Fine. You can either park in the student lot or on the street. Do you know what a handicapped space is? \n#Person1#: Yes, I have seen those spots. \n#Person2#: W...
train_1436
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the pilot stealing a small plane and hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down.
[ "#Person1#: People are funny. \n#Person2#: They sure are. \n#Person1#: Did you hear about the pilot? \n#Person2#: The one that stole a small plane? \n#Person1#: Yes, he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U. S. \n#Person2#: Did they catch him? \n#Person1#: Yes. After two U. S. fighter jets followed him for an...
train_1437
Summarize the following conversation.
Ashlyn and Carson meet each other for the first time and they have a pleasant talk about the weather, the place they come from, and The Da Vinci Code before Carson gets off.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, excuse me. is this seat taken?\n#Person2#: Oh, no. It's all yours.\n#Person1#: Thank you very much. My name is Ashlyn. It's nice to meet you.\n#Person2#: Carson. It's nice to mee you, too. \n#Person1#: the weather is so warm for December, don't you think? \n#Person2#: it is unusually warm. I balme i...
train_1438
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is sending a package and #Person2# instructs #Person1# how to buy bubble wrap and post a package. #Person1# also buys some stamps for Christmas cards.
[ "#Person1#: excuse me, could you tell me which line I'm supposed to stand in to buy bubble wrap and to post a package? \n#Person2#: you can buy the bubble wrap here, but you'll have to stand in line over here to post your paskage. \n#Person1#: that's a really long line. How long do you think it'll take to get throu...
train_1439
Summarize the following conversation.
Joanne and Jeff are making divorce and dividing their stuff. They decide Joanne will have the antique gramophone and Jeff will have the silver tea set. They then find some old photographs which bring back memories and find they still love each other.
[ "#Person1#: Joanne, let's not make this divorce any more acrimonious than it already is, okay? Let's just get down to business and start dividing this stuff up fairly, so we can go our separate ways, alright? \n#Person2#: Fine with me. I just want to get this over with. It's important we make a clean break. I shoul...
train_1440
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# calls the San Felice Hotel to book a room for three nights with a view over the lake. #Person1# books a room for her and gives her a confirmation number.
[ "#Person1#: Good afternoon, San Felice Hotel. May I help you? \n#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to book a room, please. \n#Person1#: Certainly. When for, madam? \n#Person2#: March the 23rd. \n#Person1#: How long will you be staying? \n#Person2#: Three nights. \n#Person1#: What kind of room would you like, madam? \n#Person...
train_1441
Summarize the following conversation.
Phillip sends Simon to his parents' home and tells #Person2# where Simon needs to go in the following days.
[ "#Person1#: Well, mom, thanks for having Simon stay for a couple of days.\n#Person2#: That's OK, Phillip. What have I got to do?\n#Person1#: Well, Saturday's busy. In the morning, he's got his piano class.\n#Person2#: Right. And in the afternoon, he's going to a birthday party, isn't he?\n#Person1#: No, that's in t...
train_1442
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# about the people in the photo who are #Person2#'s homestay family in Australia.
[ "#Person1#: Who are the people in this photo?\n#Person2#: Oh, that's my homestay family. I'm going to Australia for a year on an exchange program. And those are the people I'm living with. Those are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Their daughters' names are Jenny and Cindy, and their son's name is George.\n#Person...
train_1443
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells Samantha they will stop for something to drink and where is the coffee shop. #Person2# then asks Samantha to find a table and he'll get the drinks.
[ "#Person1#: Dad, where are we going?\n#Person2#: First, we will go to the city center and stop for something to drink, then we will visit the University Museum.\n#Person1#: Where are we going to have a drink?\n#Person2#: There is a coffee shop round the corner. Can you see that big building at the end of the road?\...
train_1444
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# helps #Person2# order 3 sandwiches with different requirements, 3 cokes and a large bag of chips.
[ "#Person1#: No.106, please.\n#Person2#: I'm No.106. Here you are.\n#Person1#: Welcome to Genova's Deli. Just drop your number in the basket there. What can I get for you today?\n#Person2#: I need 3 sandwiches. The first two are both roast beef with cheese, but one has everything on it, and the other has no tomatoes...
train_1445
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# tells #Person2#, who wants to buy a vest for her grandpa, the location of the Clothing Department.
[ "#Person1#: Good morning, Miss.\n#Person2#: Good morning. Could you tell me where I can find the Clothing Department?\n#Person1#: On the left of the elevator of the 3rd floor.\n#Person2#: I ' d like to buy a woolen vest for my grandpa.\n#Person1#: I ' m sure you can find your favorite there.\n#Person2#: Thank you v...
train_1446
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is interested in Chinese antiques. #Person2# recommends a picture of cranes with pine trees.
[ "#Person1#: I'm interested in Chinese antiques.\n#Person2#: We have a great variety of Chinese antiques. Besides, we have landscape painting, figure painting and flower-and-bird painting.\n#Person1#: I'd like a flower-and-bird painting.\n#Person2#: How about this picture of cranes with pine trees? It was painted by...
train_1447
Summarize the following conversation.
Mr. Lee is catching flight 513 to New York. #Person2# helps with his check-in process and thinks his photo is interesting when checking his photo I.D.
[ "#Person1#: Hi. I ' m here to catch flight 513 to New York.\n#Person2#: May I see your ticket please?\n#Person1#: Here you are. Do you need to see my passport?\n#Person2#: Any form of picture I. D. will do.\n#Person1#: Mmmm... a photo I. D. I have my New Jersey driver ' s license. Is that ok?\n#Person2#: That will ...
train_1448
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is interested in #Person2#'s flying pigeon bicycles, which #Person2# has confidence in, and wants to know the availability of the products and the terms of sales.
[ "#Person1#: What's your main range?\n#Person2#: Generally speaking, we provide bikes for both gentlemen and ladies, size 19, 21, 23, 25 and 27 inches. We can vary the colors according to the buyer's requirements. Here are the catalogues and the pattern books. They will give you a rough idea about our products.\n#Pe...
train_1449
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# won two tickets for tonight's final NBA game and will take #Person2#, who is excited about that, together.
[ "#Person1#: You'll never guess what I won at work today! - Tickets to tonight's final NBA game.\n#Person2#: Two, I hope and I hope that by telling me about them you are planning on taking me!\n#Person1#: Of course! And here's the best part, they are court side seats!\n#Person2#: How in the world! Who came up with s...
train_1450
Summarize the following conversation.
John has to think about whether to take the new job or not, although #Person1# advises him to take it.
[ "#Person1#: What's the matter, John? you seemed to be restless today.\n#Person2#: You see, I've been offered a new job. I can't decide whether to take it or not.\n#Person1#: Oh, that's easy. If it's better than the one you are doing now, go for it. That's my advice.\n#Person2#: It isn't that easy. I hate to quit my...
train_1451
Summarize the following conversation.
George tries to persuade Lili to take a vacation because they have been working hard. Lili worries about the money at first but then agrees and suggests going to Chicago to have Chinese food and go to a ball game.
[ "#Person1#: Lili, let ' s take a vacation!\n#Person2#: George, how can we? Vacations cost money. And this month we don ' t have much money left after paying the rent.\n#Person1#: Well, Lili, we can visit different places in the state in our van 10. We are not going to take a plane or stay at a hotel this time. Trus...
train_1452
Summarize the following conversation.
Abby, a freelance English teacher, advises Colin, who wants to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field, to be a freelance IT consultant and volunteers to help Colin with his CV tomorrow.
[ "#Person1#: hi, my name's Abby. What's your name?\n#Person2#: I'm colin. It's nice to meet you. What do you do?\n#Person1#: I'm a freelance English teacher. How about you?\n#Person2#: I'm in between jobs at the moment.\n#Person1#: what kind of job are you looking for?\n#Person2#: I'd like to find a job with flexibl...
train_1453
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# took some barney tour pamphlets from a travel agency and is planning to sign up for a tour. #Person1# thinks it's a perfect plan.
[ "#Person1#: Where did you get all these barney tour pamphlets?\n#Person2#: I took them from a travel agency. Look at those nice pictures, lash forest, palm fringed, white sand beaches, crystal blue ocean, they're breath-taking. It is like paradise on earth.\n#Person1#: That's why it's become a very popular holiday ...
train_1454
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# calls to talk to Petti. #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2# has misdialed. #Person2# feels sorry.
[ "#Person1#: Hello!\n#Person2#: Is Petti there?\n#Person1#: I'm sorry, I'm afraid you've dialed the wrong number. There is no Petti here.\n#Person2#: Wrong number? Are you sure? I called yesterday and she was there.\n#Person1#: I'm sure you have the wrong number. This one has been my number for more than 20 years.\n...
train_1455
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# explains the temple fair to Alice and invites her to go to the Tianqiao Temple Fair together. Alice agrees.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, Alice. Would you like to go to the temple fair with me?\n#Person2#: Temple fair?\n#Person1#: Yes. The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth, and they have developed into a festival filled with food, performances and games now.\n#Person2#: Sounds int...
train_1456
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# will take #Person2# to the Folk Antique Handicrafts and Collectibles Exhibition Halls, which has over 200 kinds of folk collections, tomorrow. #Person2# can't wait anymore.
[ "#Person1#: Tomorrow I'll take you to some places that I'm sure you will have interest in.\n#Person2#: Where else haven't we been to yet?\n#Person1#: They are the Folk Antique Handicrafts and Collectibles Exhibition Halls.\n#Person2#: Sounds great! How many kinds of folk collections do they have?\n#Person1#: Well. ...
train_1457
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# both like Julia Roberts and admire her for her concern about society.
[ "#Person1#: She is so beautiful, isn't she?\n#Person2#: Who?\n#Person1#: Julia Roberts.\n#Person2#: Yeah, she is so charming. I like her, too.\n#Person1#: It's said that her new movie is going to come out.\n#Person2#: What's the movie about?\n#Person1#: I'm not sure.\n#Person2#: Isn't it silly to see a movie that y...
train_1458
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# will be informed #Person1# has been granted unemployment by letter. Also, #Person1# needs to turn in a Continued Claim Form every two weeks.
[ "#Person1#: Will they send me a form telling me that I have been granted unemployment?\n#Person2#: A Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter will be sent to you.\n#Person1#: What information will be in that letter?\n#Person2#: The Award Letter will inform you as to how much you will receive.\n#Person1#: What ...
train_1459
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# will give #Person1# two kinds of drugs to help with #Person1#'s high blood pressure and tells #Person1# there won't be many complications.
[ "#Person1#: What about a medication to help me with my problem?\n#Person2#: There are several types of medications that we can try for your high blood pressure.\n#Person1#: What types of medications would be best?\n#Person2#: For water retention, I am going to start you on Hydrochlorothiazide, which is a diuretic.\...
train_1460
Summarize the following conversation.
Peter Smith, a rookie in the office, and George Williams greet each other. George promises to help Peter if needed.
[ "#Person1#: Good morning! I am a rookie in our office.\n#Person2#: Good morning! Welcome to our office!\n#Person1#: Nice to meet you! My name is Peter Smith.\n#Person2#: Nice to meet you too! I am George Williams.\n#Person1#: This is my first day at work!\n#Person2#: Well, hope you will enjoy your first day!\n#Pers...
train_1461
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants to view the apartment. #Person1# helps #Person2# to make an appointment on Friday at 6 pm.
[ "#Person1#: How are you doing?\n#Person2#: Everything's fine with me.\n#Person1#: What can I do for you today?\n#Person2#: Is it possible for me to view the apartment today?\n#Person1#: Unfortunately, you will not be able to view it today.\n#Person2#: Why can't I view it today?\n#Person1#: You'll need to make an ap...
train_1462
Summarize the following conversation.
Mr. Brown is interested in #Person2#'s hardware and asks #Person2# to give him an indication of price. Mr. Brown also asks for a commission. #Person2# will consider it if the order is a substantial one.
[ "#Person1#: I'm glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation. I hope to conclude some substantial business with you.\n#Person2#: It's a great pleasure to meet you, Mr. Brown. I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom. May I know what particular items you're interested in?\n#Person1#: I'm int...
train_1463
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# will bring #Person2# to the Louvre. #Person2# agrees that the trip will be unforgettable.
[ "#Person1#: Ladies and gentlemen, we are heading towards the first spot of our trip-the Louvre.\n#Person2#: Wonderful. That's a place famous for its arts.\n#Person1#: Yes. There are so many famous paintings on show. I am sure it will be an unforgettable trip.\n#Person2#: Surely it will be. By the way, when will we ...
train_1464
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# takes #Person1#'s order, including soup, fried noodles, and coffee.
[ "#Person1#: Please show me the menu, Miss.\n#Person2#: Of course. Here you are. Can I take your order now?\n#Person1#: Yes. I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.\n#Person2#: All right. Can I serve you anything else?\n#Person1#: Yes, I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards. Make it ho...
train_1465
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and Judy agree that the new general manager makes people uneasy and they should be more careful.
[ "#Person1#: Judy, what do you think of the new general manager?\n#Person2#: He has extensive experience, although the guy's really deep, sometimes, it scares me.\n#Person1#: I heard he's very clear about his likes and dislikes and he's not the type to just let things go, so don't provoke him.\n#Person2#: I know, an...
train_1466
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# admires Allen's voice and dance.
[ "#Person1#: Look! Allen has the mike!\n#Person2#: I thought he only liked to listen?\n#Person1#: That was before he heard Stanley sing! I guess he couldn't stand it anymore, so he decided to give it a try himself! Allen has a really good voice! He sounds like Enrique Iglesias!\n#Person2#: And he can move, too! He d...
train_1467
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2#'s air conditioner is not powerful enough. #Person1# thinks #Person2# should have moved out long ago, but #Person2# had to wait until the lease expired.
[ "#Person1#: Don't you have air-conditioning in your apartment? It's sweltering here!\n#Person2#: Well, there is air-conditioning. Did you see that window air conditioner there? The problem is that the window unit isn't powerful enough.\n#Person1#: I guess not, huh.\n#Person2#: Well, I'm going to move out anyway. Th...
train_1468
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# decides to visit the city by limo after hearing #Person2#'s advice.
[ "#Person1#: We have one day to visit the big city, can you give us some advice?\n#Person2#: Yes, you can take a limo, a tour bus or just walk.\n#Person1#: I don't think we can visit the city in one day just by walking. How much does the limo cost?\n#Person2#: $ 50 a day." ]
train_1469
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# agree to save money by eating in more and spending less money on books and shirts.
[ "#Person1#: O. K. So, where do you think we can save more money?\n#Person2#: Well, we could eat in more. That $ 300 for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants.\n#Person1#: Yeah, that's a good idea, and you like to cook. What about the books?\n#Person2#: No, I need my books.\n#Person1#: Come on, if we save mor...
train_1470
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# does a forty-hour week, has four-week long holidays a year, and does overtime if needed.
[ "#Person1#: How many hours do you work a week?\n#Person2#: I do a forty-hour week. I'm on flexi-time. I usually start work at 8 a. m. and finish at 4\n#Person1#: And how many weeks holiday do you get a year?\n#Person2#: Four - plus public holidays. I usually take two weeks off in the summer and the rest at New Year...
train_1471
Summarize the following conversation.
Li with Silk Company wants to show Mr. Green more information about their products. They schedule a meeting next Friday.
[ "#Person1#: Hello! Is Mr. Green there?\n#Person2#: Speaking. May I ask whom I am talking to?\n#Person1#: This is Li with Silk Company. We met last Sunday during the exhibition.\n#Person2#: Oh, yes. I remember your company.\n#Person1#: Thank you for visiting our products. I remember that you are interested in our si...
train_1472
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# isn't satisfied with a product and requests a refund. #Person2# asks for the receipt, but #Person1# thinks it's lost.
[ "#Person1#: I'm not satisfied with it.\n#Person2#: Why not? What's wrong with it?\n#Person1#: Sometimes it goes fast. And sometimes it goes slow. And the alarm doesn'twork, either.\n#Person2#: Would you like another one?\n#Person1#: No. Can I have my money back?\n#Person2#: Hmm. . . have you got a receipt?\n#Person...
train_1473
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is going to move into #Person1#'s new house. #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the move-in date and the pre-arrangements. #Person1# asks for #Person2#'s help on the move-in day but #Person2# thinks #Person2# can't make it.
[ "#Person1#: When can I move into my new house?\n#Person2#: The current owners will be moving out on Tuesday, so technically you could pick up the keys and move in on Wednesday.\n#Person1#: Will the utilities be turned on?\n#Person2#: You need to contact the utility company and make arrangements to transfer the util...
train_1474
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# when they get Hayfield Road and volunteers to show #Person1# how to get to the new Technical College. #Person1# is grateful.
[ "#Person1#: Oh, will you tell me when I get Hayfield Road, please?\n#Person2#: It's only three stops from here. I tell you when we get there, it's my stop, too.\n#Person1#: Thank you. That is very kind of you.\n#Person2#: Don't mention it. --Do you see those traffic lights ahead? We'll turn left when we get to them...
train_1475
Summarize the following conversation.
Mr. Zhang interviews Miss Zhao. Miss Zhao is a university student who is computer trained and needs a part-time job for money and experience.
[ "#Person1#: Good morning. Miss Zhao. Please sit down.\n#Person2#: Thank you. It's nice to meet you. Mr. Zhang.\n#Person1#: I have your application here. You are a university student?\n#Person2#: Yes. I'm a business major.\n#Person1#: So you are interested in working for our company.\n#Person2#: Yes, I need a part t...
train_1476
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the next train to Bournemouth leaves from Platform 13. #Person1# thinks it's unlucky.
[ "#Person1#: Good afternoon. I'd like some information about the trains, please.\n#Person2#: Yes, madam. Which train? Where are you going?\n#Person1#: To Bournemouth. You see, I have a sister there and...\n#Person2#: So your question is 'When's the next train to Bournemouth?' Is that right?\n#Person1#: Yes, that's r...
train_1477
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is going to have a debate on advertising. #Person1# thinks advertisements provide information and tell people which product is the best. #Person2# thinks advertisements can be misleading and sometimes harmful. #Person1# thinks #Person2# provides a lot to think about.
[ "#Person1#: We are having a debate on advertising Thursday evening, and I have to take part.\n#Person2#: That's interesting. I should like to hear what people think about advertising.\n#Person1#: What's there to say? We must have advertising, mustn't we?\n#Person2#: Why?\n#Person1#: Well, we wouldn't know what ther...
train_1478
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks about premarital contracting. #Person2# is not surprised that people's initial reaction towards premarital contracting is negative but still thinks it's a way to learn more about each other. #Person3# thinks that premarital contracting is a communication process and it's important to communicate and cons...
[ "#Person1#: The prevailing attitude about premarital contracting is that it spoils the whole concept of marriage, love, and trust. How do you counter that?\n#Person2#: First of all, most of us hear about premarital contracting when someone rich and famous gets divorced and about all the battles they are going throu...
train_1479
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the way to the nearest shoe shop and how to get there by bus.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me. Can you tell me which is the way to the nearest shoe shop?\n#Person2#: There's one on Queen's Road.\n#Person1#: Thank you, but how can I get there?\n#Person2#: It's not far from here. Walk along this road and after three blocks you'll see a post office on your right. The shop is just behind i...
train_1480
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# visits Bob in the hospital. Bob still needs to stay in bed. He had a terrible accident in a motorcycle race but still loves racing even if it hurts. #Person1# thinks he's lucky to be alive.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Bob. I heard about your accident but I didn't think it would be this bad.\n#Person2#: Well, thanks for making me feel better.\n#Person1#: I can hardly recognize you. Tell me what happened.\n#Person2#: I just got back from Africa where I had a terrible accident in a motorcycle race. I broke both my l...
train_1481
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# thinks Mark is the best candidate for chairman of the student union, but #Person2# isn't sure he'll win.
[ "#Person1#: Mark is the best candidate for chairman of the student union, isn't he?\n#Person2#: Well, that guy won't be able to win the election unless he gets some majority vote from women students. And I'm not sure about that." ]
train_1482
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# doesn't like French coffee but asks #Person2#, who likes it very much, for some for his wife.
[ "#Person1#: (Sniffing) Phew! Is that French coffee?\n#Person2#: Pardon?\n#Person1#: Is that French coffee you are drinking?\n#Person2#: Yes,that's right. Why? What's the matter?\n#Person1#: I don't understand why you drink French coffee. It makes a strong smell.\n#Person2#: I like it very much, I prefer it to Engli...
train_1483
Summarize the following conversation.
Emily tells #Person1# she had a horrible day. Her manager made some mistakes and blamed them on her. Emily has no idea why her manager treats her worse than others but she can do nothing until she gets a promotion. #Person1# thinks that's sensible.
[ "#Person1#: So, Emily, how was your day? \n#Person2#: I don't think you really want to hear about it. \n#Person1#: It can't have been that bad. Go on and tell me about it. \n#Person2#: To be honest, it was horrible! My manager is such a pain in the neck! \n#Person1#: Why? What happened? \n#Person2#: Well, he made q...
train_1484
Summarize the following conversation.
Mona's dad wants a lovely view, while Mona wants their rooms together. Thus #Person1# puts them in two opposite rooms on the same floor, one of which has a view.
[ "#Person1#: I can put you in rooms three-eleven and three-twelve. They're at the rear of the hotel. \n#Person2#: Mona \n#Person3#: That's much better, thank you. \n#Person2#: Mona \n#Person3#: Yes, Dad? \n#Person2#: I'd like a view. \n#Person3#: Oh. Is there a view? \n#Person1#: Not really. \n#Person3#: Well, we wa...
train_1485
Summarize the following conversation.
Ben and Lucy are looking for Buster. Ben regrets letting the door open. Lucy comforts Ben. They will walk up Forest Avenue to look for Buster.
[ "#Person1#: Well, any luck? Did you see Buster anywhere?\n#Person2#: No, I couldn't find him either. I drove all around the neighborhood. I circled our block 3 times, hoping he'll show up. No such luck. I'm sorry, Ben.\n#Person1#: It's not your fault. I shouldn't have left the door open. I hope we'll find him. He i...
train_1486
Summarize the following conversation.
Alex tells Andrea the good news that Andrea will be Miranda's new assistant. Andrea can't start on Monday, so Alex changes it to Wednesday.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, this is Andrea.\n#Person2#: Hello, Andrea, this is Alex. I have some very good news for you. Miranda was very satisfied with you, and said she's very much looking forward to working with you. Isn't that wonderful? Congratulations, dear. How does it feel to be Miranda's new assistant? I imagine th...
train_1487
Summarize the following conversation.
Lily's favourite restaurant is the Knife and Talk. She likes to go there before lunch and relax for an hour. #Person1#'s favourite restaurant is a very simple one. The food there is tasty and cheap.
[ "#Person1#: Lily, where do you like to eat?\n#Person2#: Well, my favorite restaurant is the Knife and Talk. It's very near the city center. At lunch, it's full of office workers, but I like to go before that, in the middle of the morning. I go there and order big breakfast and take one of their newspapers and just ...
train_1488
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to rent a bike with a helmet. #Person2# tells #Person1# there's a deposit. #Person1# promises to bring the bike back on time.
[ "#Person1#: I'd like to rent a bike for a day. How much does it cost?\n#Person2#: It's $20 a day. A day is from 9 o'clock in the morning until 7 o'clock in the evening.\n#Person1#: So if I brought the bike back at 7:30, would I have to pay for an extra day?\n#Person2#: Yes, and there's a deposit to pay as well. It'...
train_1489
Summarize the following conversation.
Shirley helps #Person1# to work on the class diary for next week. They need to apply for after class activity, hand in student photos, attend the basketball club meeting, and fill in a form next week.
[ "#Person1#: Shirly, I'm working on our class diary for next week. Would you please give me the information?\n#Person2#: Sure. First is the deadline for after class activity application. The deadline is next Monday, June fourteenth.\n#Person1#: Monday, June fourteenth.\n#Person2#: Yes, then on Wednesday, that's the ...
train_1490
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# is reading a book written by a guy who was born without arms or legs. #Person1# thinks he must have worked pretty hard.
[ "#Person1#: What are you reading?\n#Person2#: It is a book written by a guy who was born without arms or legs.\n#Person1#: What? So how does he get around?\n#Person2#: He can actually walk pretty well, but he can't move that fast. He also has an assistant who helps him. He is actually quite successful.\n#Person1#: ...
train_1491
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# interviews #Person2# on #Person2#'s cost of living in the city. #Person2# thinks everything is expensive, especially transport.
[ "#Person1#: Being away from home for college can be stressful. Besides all the pressures of study, there's the pressure on your pocket. Today, let's go to a university to find out. Excuse me. Can I ask you a few questions?\n#Person2#: Well, OK.\n#Person1#: How do you find the cost of living in the city?\n#Person2#:...
train_1492
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# suggests taking the bus to the theatre. #Person1# doesn't want to take the bus because of the bad experiences. They give up the taxi because they are already late. and #Person2# persuades #Person1# to take the bus at last.
[ "#Person1#: So, how should we get to the theatre?\n#Person2#: Let's take the bus.\n#Person1#: I hate the bus system in London! The bus drivers are rude, the buses are never on time, and there are few people around who can help you.\n#Person2#: It's not that bad. You probably just had a bad experience once.\n#Person...
train_1493
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# fell asleep and water overflowed from the bathtub. #Person2# gives #Person1# some instructions.
[ "#Person1#: Hello.Hot water overflowed from the bathtub.Will you help me?\n#Person2#: Would you turn off the tap?\n#Person1#: I did it.\n#Person2#: Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door?\n#Person1#: OK. I will.\n#Person2#: I'll have our housekeeper come right away.\n#Person1#: I'm sorry I was too...
train_1494
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# feels much better now and tells the doctor that #Person1# wants to go home. #Person2# gives #Person1# some advice and will send #Person1# home tomorrow.
[ "#Person1#: Doctor, I feel much better now. Will I be albe to go home some time this week?\n#Person2#: That's good to hear. You've had an ideal recovery from your operation. We're going to send you home tomorrow.\n#Person1#: Do you think I can get back to work very soon?\n#Person2#: Don't be in such a hurry. I'm co...
train_1495
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# doesn't know about tax-free allowance. #Person2# advises #Person1# to seek an accountant and make the declaration soon.
[ "#Person1#: Have you declared your income and are you prepared to pay tax?\n#Person2#: Not yet. I don't know how to fill out the form. What is the tax-free allowance for supporting a dependent?\n#Person1#: I don't really know. Why not ask the accountant or the lawyer of the law firm? They will tell you which is sub...
train_1496
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# checks the document status from #Person1#. #Person1# will update #Person2# when the document arrives.
[ "#Person1#: Good day! Welcome to Lincoln Bank, how may we assist you?\n#Person2#: Hello. I need to find out if a Receipt of Proceeds has arrived. I'm from Felix Wasserman Associates.\n#Person1#: Thanks. Have you got the L / C number?\n#Person2#: It's NX567822100007.\n#Person1#: Hang on a tick and I'll check for you...
train_1497
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to make a copy of a document. #Person2# tells him the price.
[ "#Person1#: I need to make a copy of a document as soon as possible.\n#Person2#: No problem, sir. There's a copy machine in our computer lab.\n#Person1#: Very good. How much does each copy cost?\n#Person2#: Each copy will cost you a dime, sir.\n#Person1#: A dime? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel.\n#Pers...
train_1498
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to purchase a insurance. #Person2# introduces the new insurance with dividends. #Person1# will go through the materials and decide later.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, Sir. What can I do for you today?\n#Person2#: I need to find a new way of getting my insurance.\n#Person1#: We've just started a new business at this bank, Bank-Insurance Link.\n#Person2#: Could you give me some details about that?\n#Person1#: Certainly. It could really benefit someone like you. ...
train_1499
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# couldn't find a book. #Person1# will reserve another copy for #Person2#.
[ "#Person1#: How may I help you?\n#Person2#: I couldn't find the book I was looking for.\n#Person1#: Have you checked the database?\n#Person2#: I checked.\n#Person1#: Was it on the shelf?\n#Person2#: It should have been, but it wasn't.\n#Person1#: Maybe someone took it.\n#Person2#: Will you be getting another copy a...