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[ "Person A: Could you baby-sit for me tonight ?", "Person B: I'd be glad to ." ]
[ "Person A: How did you get the piano here ?", "Person B: It was hard work .", "Person A: You never did it on your own .", "Person B: It took three of us to move it ." ]
[ "Person A: It sounds like Bob's getting out of bed .", "Person B: What time did he come in last night ?", "Person A: It was after 2 am .", "Person B: Who was he out with ?" ]
[ "Person A: Are you ready to leave ?", "Person B: Give me a sec ." ]
[ "Person A: Don't do that . You are asking for trouble .", "Person B: I don't care ." ]
[ "Person A: Shall we buy ?", "Person B: It really depends on you .", "Person A: But if you were me ?", "Person B: If I were you , I'd buy ." ]
[ "Person A: It's time to go to bed .", "Person B: But mum , we're watching this movie .", "Person A: I don't care , it's school in the morning .", "Person B: Just 10 more minutes ." ]
[ "Person A: What are you eating ?", "Person B: Rice .", "Person A: Why ?", "Person B: Because it's supposed to be good for you ." ]
[ "Person A: It's your turn to go first .", "Person B: I went first last time .", "Person A: No , Mary went first last time .", "Person B: Oh , Okay ." ]
[ "Person A: Shall we go out tonight ?", "Person B: Yeah , let's go Joe's Disco .", "Person A: We'd better ask dad first .", "Person B: Okay , but you ask him ." ]
[ "Person A: I'll cook dinner for you .", "Person B: Don't go to too much trouble ." ]
[ "Person A: Have you got any better ?", "Person B: That's the best there is .", "Person A: Okay , I'll take one .", "Person B: That'll be $ 200 , sir ." ]
[ "Person A: Let me help you with that .", "Person B: Thanks very much .", "Person A: You really shouldn't be lifting this by yourself .", "Person B: I know , but there was nobody else ." ]
[ "Person A: Let's eat out .", "Person B: Why not ?" ]
[ "Person A: Why aren't you going out ?", "Person B: It's raining cats and dogs ." ]
[ "Person A: What are you doing tomorrow ?", "Person B: I'm going to work .", "Person A: What time will you be home ?", "Person B: Around 6 o'clock ." ]
[ "Person A: What did you do today ?", "Person B: Played poker with my work friends .", "Person A: Did you win ?", "Person B: Of course ." ]
[ "Person A: Hang out the clothes .", "Person B: But it's raining ." ]
[ "Person A: Do you play mahjong ?", "Person B: Once in a while ." ]
[ "Person A: You stink !", "Person B: I'll go take a shower ." ]
[ "Person A: I cooked , so ...", "Person B: Okay ! I'll do the dishes ." ]
[ "Person A: Hello , Mr . Brown .", "Person B: Hello . Can you help me ?", "Person A: Yes , I'm here to fix your pipes .", "Person B: Oh good , come in , please ." ]
[ "Person A: Here comes the bus .", "Person B: It's about time ." ]
[ "Person A: Can I have this shoe in the black please ?", "Person B: Of course , sir , I'll have a look in the back .", "Person A: Okay .", "Person B: I'm afraid I haven't got one in your size ." ]
[ "Person A: Get up , you lazybones !", "Person B: Just a minute ." ]
[ "Person A: Shall we start decorating the bedroom ?", "Person B: I've already started .", "Person A: When ?", "Person B: This afternoon ." ]
[ "Person A: How much is this ?", "Person B: You mean the large one or the small one ?", "Person A: The large one .", "Person B: They're on special this week . They've been reduced to five dollars .", "Person A: Is this the only kind you have ?", "Person B: No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ?", "Person A: Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide .", "Person B: Very well . Just take your time ." ]
[ "Person A: Why did you stay home today ?", "Person B: I'm off today ." ]
[ "Person A: My battery's flat in my mobile .", "Person B: Is that why you didn't return my call ?", "Person A: And I couldn't find another phone .", "Person B: That's okay ." ]
[ "Person A: Is there a doctor here ?", "Person B: No .", "Person A: Can you call an Ambulance ?", "Person B: Sure , what's happened ?" ]
[ "Person A: I am a student in Cambridge University . I read your ad , I want to know something more about your room , please ?", "Person B: It's a big bedroom with a drawing room , facing a beautiful wood .", "Person A: Is there a bathroom ?", "Person B: No , but there is one downstairs , which my daughter used some years ago .", "Person A: It sounds good . Could I go and see it myself ?", "Person B: Certainly , you're welcome anytime .", "Person A: See you later !", "Person B: ( after a while ) Good afternoon , Mrs . Smith . I called you just now .", "Person A: Welcome ! Come in , please !", "Person B: Yes .", "Person A: This way please . Your room is upstairs ... Here it is .", "Person B: Wonderful ! A modest , comfortable room . Ah , a beautiful window , through which I can see a beautiful scene , and hear the birds singing . How nice !", "Person A: Yes , if you want to wash something , there is a separate lavatory room outside .", "Person B: Excellent ! I like it ! When can I move in ?", "Person A: Anytime you like .", "Person B: OK ." ]
[ "Person A: I wonder if you could help me ?", "Person B: Of course , what's the problem ?", "Person A: Could you take a picture of me to my friend ?", "Person B: Sure thing ." ]
[ "Person A: You just ran a red light .", "Person B: Did I ?" ]
[ "Person A: First you add the washing powder then you add the clothes .", "Person B: I take it you've done this before ?", "Person A: Yes , for the last 20 years .", "Person B: Good ." ]
[ "Person A: Good afternoon , sir . Would you like a tea ?", "Person B: I'd rather have a cup of coffee .", "Person A: Of course sir , would you like milk and sugar with that ?", "Person B: Yes , please . Milk and two sugar ." ]
[ "Person A: He's going too slow .", "Person B: Pass him ." ]
[ "Person A: I stayed at Bob's last night .", "Person B: I was worried where you were .", "Person A: I guess I should have told you .", "Person B: Yes , you should have ." ]
[ "Person A: Are you going to come home late tonight ?", "Person B: Yes , I've got to work overtime ." ]
[ "Person A: Ah , Bob . Just the person I wanted to see .", "Person B: So what is it ?", "Person A: You gotta help me out this time , buddy .", "Person B: Another tough thing , I guess ." ]
[ "Person A: Hi , Bob , what time will you be home tonight ?", "Person B: I'll be back late tonight .", "Person A: Why ? What's the problem ?", "Person B: I have a meeting with my General Manager ." ]
[ "Person A: Anna , Would you like to dance ?", "Person B: I ' d love to , but I ' m a terrible dancer . I ' m afraid I may step on your toes .", "Person A: Don ' t worry about it . I ' ll show you how . It ' s a piece of cake .", "Person B: Thank you . I ' ll try my best ." ]
[ "Person A: Jodi , I must get a hold of Jim today , but I forgot his address and phone number .", "Person B: Don ' t worry about it . I have his pager number right here .", "Person A: Really ? You ' Ve helped me a lot . Thank you .", "Person B: Forget it . It ' s nothing ." ]
[ "Person A: How's the chicken ?", "Person B: It's delicious ." ]
[ "Person A: Would you pour me some of that tea , please ?", "Person B: Okay . Say when ." ]
[ "Person A: Would you care for a drink ?", "Person B: No , thanks . I'm fine ." ]
[ "Person A: Hello , could I speak to Allison , please ?", "Person B: I'm sorry ; he's out at the moment .", "Person A: When do you expect him back ?", "Person B: I think he'll be back in about an hour at least .", "Person A: Well , may I leave a message ?", "Person B: Yes , of course .", "Person A: Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?", "Person B: Ok . Does he know your number ?", "Person A: I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .", "Person B: 13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on ." ]
[ "Person A: Welcome back .", "Person B: It's good to be home ." ]
[ "Person A: How can I get to Lakeside Park ?", "Person B: Take the No . 7 bus . There's a bus stop just over there .", "Person A: Will it take me straight there ?", "Person B: Yes . No need to change ." ]
[ "Person A: I come home for lunch .", "Person B: How long have you got ?", "Person A: Only 1 hour .", "Person B: Okay , I'll make you some food ." ]
[ "Person A: May I speak to Marry ?", "Person B: Marry is not in right now , she went shopping with her mum .", "Person A: Will it be too late if I call around ten this evening ?", "Person B: That's all right . We don't go to bed early ." ]
[ "Person A: Hello . Excuse me . Do you know if there's a Commercial Bank around here ?", "Person B: Yes , go straight along Beijing Road and turn right .", "Person A: Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ?", "Person B: No , it's just a couple of minutes .", "Person A: Thanks very much .", "Person B: You're welcome ." ]
[ "Person A: We're broke .", "Person B: I can't believe it 。" ]
[ "Person A: Where do you want to go ?", "Person B: I'm going to the hospital .", "Person A: Get in . I'll take you .", "Person B: About how much will it cost ?", "Person A: It will cost you $ 10 .", "Person B: By the way , what's the time ?", "Person A: You can see the time on the meter . I have radio time , you know .", "Person B: It's a quarter to 12 . Could you please drive a little faster ?", "Person A: Certainly ." ]
[ "Person A: I broke Mom's vase .", "Person B: She's going to kill you ." ]
[ "Person A: Who broke my chair ?", "Person B: It wasn't me ." ]
[ "Person A: Man ! That car almost hit me !", "Person B: Yeah , that was close ." ]
[ "Person A: Where can I get a good novel ?", "Person B: There's a bookstore just across the street ." ]
[ "Person A: The washing machine isn't working again .", "Person B: It's not my fault ." ]
[ "Person A: I'll treat you dinner .", "Person B: Don't be silly . Let's go Dutch ." ]
[ "Person A: Where did this come from ?", "Person B: I have no idea ." ]
[ "Person A: Would you please put that cigarette out ? I get sick on it .", "Person B: You do ? OK , fine with me .", "Person A: Thank you so much .", "Person B: But I also want ya to do me a favor .", "Person A: What ?", "Person B: You gotta have some better deodorant .", "Person A: I ' m sorry ? !" ]
[ "Person A: Do you mind if I get a lift in your car , please ?", "Person B: I don ' t see any problem ; only the car is a bit old .", "Person A: Oh you ' re so kind !", "Person B: Get in ." ]
[ "Person A: That'll be eight dollars , please .", "Person B: Here's ten . Keep the change ." ]
[ "Person A: These are new arrivals .", "Person B: Let me have a look .", "Person A: Try them if you like .", "Person B: I like the fabric , but I don ' t like the style .", "Person A: What about that one over there ?", "Person B: They are too bright ." ]
[ "Person A: Thank you for calling the Twin Theatre .", "Person B: What time does the next showing of Forrest Gump begin ?", "Person A: The next show is at two o'clock .", "Person B: What about the one after that ?" ]
[ "Person A: Do you have wool socks ?", "Person B: Yes . We have socks made of various materials . These socks are of imported wool .", "Person A: Can you guarantee the quality ?", "Person B: Yes , absolutely .", "Person A: Where are the panty-hose ?", "Person B: Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here ." ]
[ "Person A: Do you have any fresh baked donuts for sale yet ?", "Person B: They will be ready in about half an hour . Do you need anything else ?", "Person A: Yes , I'd like five croissants , too .", "Person B: It's going to be 3 dollars 40 cents ." ]
[ "Person A: Taxi !", "Person B: Yes , sir . Where to ?", "Person A: Wangfujing , please !", "Person B: All right .", "Person A: Oh , I like the music on your radio . It's nice .", "Person B: Thank you ! I always tune to this program when driving . So what's your favorite program ?", "Person A: I like Winner's English very mush . You know the Beijing Olympic Games is right around the corner . We should learn English Well . It's on FM 96.6 , China Business Radio . You can get it on your radio too .", "Person B: But I don't speak English at all .", "Person A: That's OK . The program is especially for the beginners like us .", "Person B: Really ? When is it on ?", "Person A: It begins at 6:40 every morning , and it goes for 20 minutes .", "Person B: Thank you so much . I'll try and catch that .", "Person A: The radio has brought us lots of convenience .", "Person B: Yes , I can also learn about the traffic condition through it .", "Person A: With the development of the society and technology , radio is nearly everywhere .", "Person B: So we should take the advantage of it ." ]
[ "Person A: Do you have these shoes in a size 7 ?", "Person B: Yes . Let me get you a pair ." ]
[ "Person A: What a mess !", "Person B: Sorry . I'll clean it up ." ]
[ "Person A: I wonder if we can change to Channel 5 .", "Person B: Why ?", "Person A: I want to know what's on that channel .", "Person B: Oh , good .", "Person A: There is a football match .", "Person B: I prefer TV play to football .", "Person A: OK . Could you turn it down ?", "Person B: What are you going to do ?", "Person A: I'm going to listen to the radio .", "Person B: Maybe we can enjoy the TV play together . It's interesting ." ]
[ "Person A: Excuse me , can you show me the cloisonn bracelet in the counter ?", "Person B: Sure . Let me get it for you .", "Person A: Can you also show me this one ?", "Person B: No problem . This one is made of pure gold .", "Person A: I think the cloisonn bracelet is more beautiful .", "Person B: You ' re right . This one costs less , but is more beautiful .", "Person A: Will the luster fade out after some time ?", "Person B: No , we guarantee the quality .", "Person A: Ok . Can I try it on ?", "Person B: Certainly , the mirror is right here ." ]
[ "Person A: Mommy , can I stay up until eleven o'clock ?", "Person B: No . Go to bed right now ." ]
[ "Person A: May I speak to Peter ?", "Person B: Who's calling ?" ]
[ "Person A: It's so boring .", "Person B: Don't you like it ?", "Person A: I don't . Is there anything worth watching on the other channel ?", "Person B: I think it's a basketball match on channel 5 .", "Person A: Do you mind if we switch over ?", "Person B: Well , I'd rather see a movie .", "Person A: What's the movie ?", "Person B: ' Star war ' .", "Person A: It must be interesting .", "Person B: Yes , you're right ." ]
[ "Person A: Excuse me , what's the screen near your steering wheel for ?", "Person B: It's a portable TV . It's a popular thing now .", "Person A: Oh , that's new to me . So what's on everyday ?", "Person B: News about current affairs , documentaries , music , movies , noncommercial ads and so on .", "Person A: Is there anything interesting ?", "Person B: Yes , there are something good and informative . I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education .", "Person A: I agree . Are there any commercials on the TV ?", "Person B: Of course . Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs .", "Person A: That makes a lot of sense . Does the TV work well ?", "Person B: Not always . It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals .", "Person A: I got it . Do you pay for the programs ?", "Person B: Yes , 50 Yuan per month .", "Person A: It is a little bit expensive , but it's worth it .", "Person B: Yeah . You know driving is boring . TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving .", "Person A: It can also entertain your passengers like me .", "Person B: That's the point ." ]
[ "Person A: Jenny , you're too lazy . You should do some exercise . See , you're getting fat .", "Person B: Dad , it's raining outside .", "Person A: That is your excuse .", "Person B: All right , all right , I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon .", "Person A: Not just today . Go exercise everyday !" ]
[ "Person A: Peter , enough with your computer games . Go do your homework now .", "Person B: Can't I play more ?", "Person A: No ! Stop playing computer games !", "Person B: Mom , I'll be finished soon .", "Person A: Peter , if you don't turn off your computer , then I won't allow you to play it again starting next week ." ]
[ "Person A: Hi , who has the remote control ?", "Person B: I do . Why , do you want me to change the channel ?", "Person A: Yes , please . I can't stand watching the channel any more .", "Person B: I think they have pretty good programmes . But I'll change it if you really want .", "Person A: Put it on Channel 5 , OK ?", "Person B: Oh , I hate Channel 5 . I'd rather just listen to the radio .", "Person A: Don't make such a fuss . I'm sure you will like today's programme .", "Person B: What's on today ?", "Person A: A basketball match between Chinese team and American team .", "Person B: Really ? I'm interested in it .", "Person A: It might begin now ." ]
[ "Person A: Peter , where are you going ?", "Person B: I'm going to do some shopping .", "Person A: Won't you watch TV ?", "Person B: What's on TV tonight ? Is there a football match ?", "Person A: The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 .", "Person B: Really ? Who will play ?", "Person A: The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it .", "Person B: That's cool . I'll watch it .", "Person A: Who do you think will win ?", "Person B: There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win .", "Person A: I think so ." ]
[ "Person A: May I have a cookie ?", "Person B: Help yourself ." ]
[ "Person A: By the way , where's Jim ?", "Person B: He is out ." ]
[ "Person A: Watch out !", "Person B: Wow ! That car almost hit me ." ]
[ "Person A: Eat some more .", "Person B: No , thanks . I'm on a diet ." ]
[ "Person A: Hurry up , will you ?", "Person B: What's the rush ?" ]
[ "Person A: Kata ! You've got a beautiful singing voice . You hit the high notes perfectly .", "Person B: Thank you for your compliment . But you are exaggerating . I think you are destined to be a singer . You have the best voice !", "Person A: Thank you . Maybe we can sing a song together . Would you like to sing with me ?", "Person B: Yes , I'd like to . It's my honor . Let's pick a song .", "Person A: How about this one ?", "Person B: Sorry , I can't sing the song .", "Person A: Er ... How about this one ?", "Person B: OK . But I'm not familiar . I don't know the beginning part .", "Person A: Never mind . You can follow me . I'll sing the first part .", "Person B: OK ." ]
[ "Person A: Peter , go and tidy up your toys now .", "Person B: Wait a moment , mom .", "Person A: I'm mad ! I said now ! Turn off the TV , and do it now .", "Person B: Mom , just ten more minutes . The show is going to be over soon .", "Person A: Peter , if you don't do it soon , I will throw your toys in the trash can ." ]
[ "Person A: Sorry , I'm late .", "Person B: It doesn't matter ." ]
[ "Person A: Excuse me , I've been waiting here for 10 minutes . Do you know how often does No . 636 run ?", "Person B: It runs every 15 minutes . You must have missed it .", "Person A: It seems you got here at good time . Do you have a bus schedule ?", "Person B: Yes , I do . You can buy a bus schedule in a news stand .", "Person A: I see , thank you . By the way , is this the right bus for the Museum ?", "Person B: Yes , it is .", "Person A: Do I have to change ?", "Person B: No . The Museum is the terminal of this bus .", "Person A: Thanks a lot .", "Person B: You are welcome ." ]
[ "Person A: Mom , can I have more allowance ?", "Person B: What for ?", "Person A: I want to buy more books .", "Person B: Oh , yeah ? Are you joking ?", "Person A: Of course not ! I'm telling the truth .", "Person B: Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already ." ]
[ "Person A: Two burgers , please .", "Person B: For here or to go ?" ]
[ "Person A: Dad , may I have a room of my own ?", "Person B: Oh , honey , I'm so sorry , we don't have enough space for you to have your own room .", "Person A: Dad , but I don't want to share a room with Peter . He snores every night .", "Person B: Honey , you can ask him to be quite . Otherwise you may punish him and tell him to stand out of the room , right ?", "Person A: Alright . Maybe it's the only way to do it ." ]
[ "Person A: Open the book and turn to page 10 .", "Person B: It is difficult .", "Person A: No , honey , it's easy if you know the way .", "Person B: Do I have to memorize it ?", "Person A: No , honey , try to make notes in your notebook ." ]
[ "Person A: Peter , wash your hands first , and then have some dessert .", "Person B: Mom , can I have some ice cream ?", "Person A: Not today , Honey . Don't eat too much ice cream .", "Person B: Mom , can I have one more piece of cake ?", "Person A: Ok . The last piece is for your dessert . We're having dinner soon ." ]
[ "Person A: Dad , can you help me ?", "Person B: Oh , honey , you made a mistake .", "Person A: I don't know how to do it .", "Person B: OK . Let's do it together .", "Person A: 16 divided by 2 . What's the answer ?", "Person B: 16 divided by 2 equals 8 .", "Person A: You got it . Good job ." ]
[ "Person A: How was your test ?", "Person B: It was bad .", "Person A: Oh , honey , you should study harder .", "Person B: But I already tried my best .", "Person A: Don't worry . You'll do better next time ." ]
[ "Person A: Is Bob home ?", "Person B: Sorry . You've got the wrong number ." ]
[ "Person A: Dad , how do you say this word ?", "Person B: Sword , say it ' sword ' .", "Person A: What does this word mean ?", "Person B: Look it up in the dictionary .", "Person A: Dad , can you just tell me what it means ? I'm too lazy .", "Person B: No , honey , go and read it . You'll learn ." ]
[ "Person A: Jenny , what's your favorite color ?", "Person B: I like red .", "Person A: Now , we're going to draw an apple in your sketch book . What do we use ?", "Person B: Dad , I want to draw with crayons , can I ?", "Person A: Why not ? Let's draw the outline of an apple with your pencil first ." ]
[ "Person A: Mom , my nose is bleeding .", "Person B: What happened , Peter ? Did you have a fight ?", "Person A: No , mom . I didn't .", "Person B: Did somebody hit you ? Or did you just fall ?", "Person A: Mom ! I was just picking my nose , and now it's bleeding ." ]