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| 1 | Capsule Hotels | Rita: Welcome to the program "Your Home is my home." Our guest tonight is Brad Philips from California. Brad, can you tell us a little bit about yourself. What do you do?
Brad: Well, at the moment, I'm working as an English teacher in Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo is an exciting city, but it's also very spread out. It can sometimes take hours to go from one part of the city to another. When I don't feel like going all the way home, I sometimes stay in a capsule hotel.
Rita: A capsule hotel? Can you explain what that is?
Brad: Yeah. It's a hotel with lots of small rooms. Actually, they're not really rooms. They're spaces that are two meters by one meter, and only a meter high. In other words, they're very cramped! But the hotel is cheap and very convenient.
Rita: And what's inside each little room, or should I say each space?
Brad: Well, inside every capsule there's a bed, TV... and reading light, a radio, and an alarm clock. The hotel also has lockers, where you can keep your personal belongings.
Rita: Interesting. So what kind of people stay in a capsule hotel?
Brad: Well, probably people like me. People who miss the last train and don't want to go all the way home only to turn around and come back to work again. It gets busy, and you can imagine.
Rita: Finally, would you recommend a capsule hotel with other people?
Brad: Sure! The rooms are small, but you get used to sleeping in a small space. I just wouldn't recommend a capsule hotel to people who can't relax in small, cramped spaces.
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| 2 | Could you tell me? | Sara: Excuse me. Could you tell me where the nearest ATM is?
Amit: There's one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.
Sara: Great. And do you know where I can catch a bus to the city?
Amit: Sure. Just follow the signs for "Transportation."
Sara: OK. And can you tell me how often the run?
Amit: They run every 20 minutes or so.
Sara: And just one more thing. Do you know where the restrooms are?
Amit: Right behind you. Do you see where the sign is?
(After a while)
Sara: Excuse me, it's me again. I'm sorry. I need some more information- if you don't mind. Do you know how much the bus cost?
Amit: It's $20. You can buy a ticket on the bus.
Sara: $20? Wow.
Amit: Well, a taxi costs about $50.
Sara: Hmm, OK. And do you know where a bookstore is? I'd like to get a guidebook.
Amit: Go upstairs and turn right. You'll see one on your left.
Sara: Thanks very much. Have a nice day.
Amit: You, too.
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| 3 | Adjusting the room | Moni: Hey, do you want to want to watch some TV?
Sonu: Yeah. But I think we should move the TV to that wall over there.
Moni: Why? We'd have to move the couch too.
Sonu: Yeah, I know. But I just think it would look better over there.
Moni: All right. But we have to move the coffee table too.
Sonu: OK. Lets put the couch over on that side of the room.
Moni: And we can put the coffee table right here.
Sonu: Hmm, and what about the bookshelf?
Moni: I know, we can put it on that wall.
Sonu: OK. I like it there. Now. Ready to watch TV?
Moni: Whew. After all that, I'm pretty tired. But let's watch one show.
Sonu: Great. Let's watch F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
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| 4 | Early morning | Neel: Good Morning!
Sandhya: Good morning!
Neel: Would you turn the alarm off?
Sandhya: Yeah, and I'll open the curtains.
Neel: Thanks! Oh, it's a beautiful day!
Sandhya: It really is. How did you sleep?
Neel: Pretty good, but I think we may need a new mattress.
Sandhya: Really? Do you think it's gotten lumpy?
Neel: Yeah. My back has been hurting lately.
Sandhya: Hmm, mine too.
Neel: Should we go to the mattress store today?
Sandhya: Let's do it. I'll get our clothes from the closet.
(Neel preparing to take shower)
Neel: Hello, are you in there?
Sandhya: Yeah. I'll just be one more minute.
Neel: OK. But I really need to take a shower.
Sandhya: All right. I'm just brushing my teeth.
Neel: OK. I'll wait.
Sandhya: All right. I'm done. It's all yours.
Neel: Thanks. Wait, where did you put the towels?
Sandhya: They're in the closet.
Neel: Oh, yeah. Thanks. And do you know if we have new shampoo?
Sandhya: No, but there's a little bit left in the bottle.
Neel: Thanks. OK, I have to hurry. I have to get to work.
Sandhya: Me too! See you tonight.
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| 5 | Back to home from office | Raunak: Hey, I'm really hungry.
Saima: Oh, me too. Should we go to the kitchen and cook something?
Raunak: Sure! Let's go see what's in the fridge.
Saima: I went shopping yesterday, so there should be plenty of food.
Raunak: Great. Let's make some spaghetti.
Saima: OK, I'll get the pasta out of the cupboard.
Raunak: I'll get some vegetable from the fridge.
Saima: And I'll get the pasta sauce from the cupboard.
Raunak: Oh, and please grab a pot and a pan from under the counter.
Saima: Great. Would you get a knife from the drawer and chop the vegetables?
Raunak: Yeah. Oh, and can you get some olive oil from the cupboard?
Saima: Yes. Ok, let's get cooking!
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| 6 | A marriage proposal | Sandra: Andrew, I love you.
Andrew: I love you too, Sandra.
Sandra: I really love being with you.
Andrew: I do too! But what is this about?
Sandra: I have something to ask you.
Andrew: Ok, just say it. What?
Sandra: I'm scared!
Andrew: Are you crazy? What would you be scared?
Sandra: Because I love you so much and I'm afraid of your answer.
Andrew: Just ask me the question!
Sandra: OK, OK. Here goes... Will you marry me?
Andrew: Of course!
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| 7 | Worried Husband | Husband: I need a vacation. I'm so sick of work!
Wife: Oh man, me too!
Husband: I have an idea!
Wife: What?
Husband: Why don't we go away for the weekend?
Wife: That sounds nice. What did you have in your mind?
Husband: Well, I was thinking about going to a bed and breakfast in the mountains.
Wife: Oh, that sounds so romantic.
Husband: Exactly! Do you like the idea?
Wife: Yes! We should take a bottle of champagne!
Husband: Oh, you read my mind! So should we take Friday and Monday off work?
Wife: Yeah, I'll have to ask my boss. But I'm sure it's fine.
(After not receiving the 10 calls and coming back to home)
Wife: Hey, I'm so sorry! Please forgive me!
Husband: I don't know, baby. Do you even understand why I'm mad?
Wife: Sure! You're mad because I forgot to call you last night.
Husband: Well, yeah. I was worried! You said you'd call me when you got home.
Wife: I know. I'm so sorry. I was so tired I just forgot.
Husband: I understand, but do you understand my point of view?
Wife: I guess so. I just think you're making too big of a deal.
Husband: Oh really? Then I don't forgive you!
Wife: Oh, come on! Why don't we go out to dinner and I'll make it up to you?
Husband: All right. But I really want Mexican food.
Wife: That's great! Let's go to our favourite place!
Husband: OK. I'll go get ready.
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| 8 | In the initial of a relationship | Rahul: Hey, Simar. I've been doing some thinking?
Simar: Oh, yeah? What about?
Rahul: Well, we've been going out for a while now.
Simar: That's true. You aren't breaking up with me, are you?
Rahul: Hahaha, no, no. Not at all. I was actually thinking the opposite.
Simar: What do you mean?
Rahul: I kind of wanted to ask you if you want to be my girlfriend.
Simar: Oh! Hahaha. I thought I already was!
Rahul: Oh, well! Let's make it official then!
Simar: OK! Then I'll be your girlfriend!
Rahul: Let's celebrate this beautiful day of our life.
Simar: But how?
Rahul: I have a plan.
Simar: Where are we going?
Rahul: Just match your steps with me.
Simar: Hahaha... I don't like to dance.
Rahul: From now on, you will start loving it.
Simar: No, please.
Rahul: Okay, do you have any other plan.
Simar: I didn't ask you to stop.
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| 9 | A random call to crush to impress her | David: Hey Hanna, it's David. I still can't stop thinking about you.
Hanna: Hahaha. OK, David.
David: So, I've been thinking. How do you feel about going to dinner?
Hanna: Hmmm. I don't know.
David: OK, well how about just drinks?
Hanna: I'm not sure.
David: Coffe? Just coffee. Come on, you can't say no to that.
Hanna: OK fine. Just coffee.
David: Excellent! Do you have a favourite coffee shop?
Hanna: I had actually. Blue Bird Cafe on Main Street.
David: Grea! Is tomorrow good? What time are you free?
Hanna: Sure, tomorrow's fine. Around 4.
David: Hi Hanna, I'm so glad you came!
Hanna: Hi David. How are you?
David: I'm really good. What do you want to drink? My treat!
Hanna: Oh, thanks. That's really nice. I'll have a soy milk latte.
David: You got it. Grab a table and I'll be right there.
Hanna: OK. Thanks.
David: Here you go! Hey, you look really pretty.
Hanna: Hahaha thanks!
David: Did you do something to your hair?
Hanna: Hahaha no, not really.
David: Well, you look really nice.
Hanna: Thanks. So do you.
David: Hey, this was a lot of fun.
Hanna: Yeah I had a really nice time. Thanks for the coffee.
David: No problem. I hope you don't be paying?
Hanna: Oh, no. I think it's kind of sweet.
David: Good! So, what do you think about having a real meal one of these days?
Hanna: That sounds good. But I'm super busy at night all this week.
David: Really? Why?
Hanna: I've got rehearsals for the play I'm doing.
David: Oh, cool! Well, how about lunch?
Hanna: That could work.
David: Amazing. How about sushi on Tuesday?
Hanna: OK, that sounds fun. I know an amazing place.
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| 10 | Talking to your crush friend | Dave: Hey Anna, what's up?
Anna: Not much, Dave. What's up with you?
Dave: Well, I've been thinking about you a lot
Anna: Really? Why?
Dave: I don't know. You just keep popping up in my head.
Anna: Hahaha. You're weird.
Dave: Yeah, so are you.
Anna: Maybe. Well, I've to get going.
Dave: Wait don't go.
Anna: I have to. I need to go see my friend Steph.
Dave: Ah, come on. It can't be that important. Stay and hang out with me!
Anna: Sorry, Dave. Maybe next time. Ciao.
Dave: OK but wait before you go. One thing.
Anna: What?
Dave: Are you on Facebook?
Anna: No, I really don't do many social media.
Dave: OK, how about Instagram.
Anna: Same story.
Dave: Hmm, well you've got to have an email address.
Anna: Yeah of course I do. But I just use that for work.
Dave: I give up. How can I get in touch with you?
Anna: Do you want my phone number?
Dave: Yes! I hadn't thought of that. Can I have your phone number?
Anna: Sure! It's 454-893-2077.
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| 11 | Planning for a party | Soni: I think we should have a dinner party.
Monu: That's a great idea. We could have about 8 people.
Soni: Yeah I think they'd all fit at the table.
Monu: I think the table fits 6 but we can add an extension to it.
Soni: OK. And maybe we should change the lighting in the dining room.
Monu: Yeah. Maybe we should buy some new lamps for the corners of the room.
Soni: And you think the table cloth we have looks nice still?
Monu: I think so but I could pick up a new one tomorrow.
Soni: We should think about the food. Should we hire a catering company?
Monu: That's a really good idea. How about Mediterranean food?
Soni: Perfect. My friend Anne has a company. I'll ask her if she's free.
Monu: Sounds good.
Soni: I think we should redecorate this basement as well.
Monu: Really? What do you want to use it for?
Soni: Well I was thinking about turning into an artist's studio.
Monu: That's a nice idea. Are you thinking of painting again?
Soni: Yeah. And there's all this room down here.
Monu: Now that we're down here, it will be used as the bar hall for the guests.
Soni: All right. I'll look into that first.
Monu: Great and I'll start thinking about the design for the studio. I think I could teach classes down here too.
Soni: To the guest kids? I'm sure they'd love that!
(Both laughs)
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| 12 | Garage cleaning | Adnan: We have to clean out this garage.
Maryam: I know. The car doesn't even fit anymore.
Adnan: Since when did we get so much stuff?
Maryam: I don't know!
Adnan: Like these skis, when was the last time we use these?
Maryam: Maybe 15 years ago.
Adnan: And this drum set?
Maryam: Wow, I forgot all about that!
Adnan: We should have a garage sale!
Maryam: That's such a good idea. We can make some money and clear this place out.
Adnan: Exactly. Should we do it on Saturday?
Maryam: Yeah. I'll go print out some fliers.
Adnan: I really think we need new desks in here.
Maryam: Yeah, we do so much work in here that it'd we worth it.
Adnan: OK. Let's go shopping later this week.
Maryam: Great. OK, I really need to get some work done now.
Adnan: All right, I'll just sit on the couch here.
Maryam: OK. You know, now that I look into it, the study could use a new couch too.
Adnan: Haha, you're right. OK, I'll let you get to work.
Maryam: OK, thanks. Do you mind plugging my laptop in?
Adnan: Sure.
Maryam: Thanks. And have you seen my cell phone?
Adnan: Yeah. It's on this self here. I'll get it for you.
Maryam: Thanks!
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| 13 | The Ghost | Zheng: This attic is so creepy.
Xui Li: Yeah, we haven't been up here in forever.
Zheng: There are so many cobwebs.
Xui Li: Yeah I think that might be a squirrel's nest over there.
Zheng: Oh wow!
Xui Li: Do you think there are ghosts?
Zheng: Hahaha. Well, maybe. This is an old house.
Xui Li: Yeah. I hear noises up here at night sometimes.
Zheng: Don't you think that could be squirrels?
Xui Li: Yeah, probably.
Zheng: I think we should get this place cleaned up so we can use it.
Xui Li: Yeah. We could make a guest room up here.
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| 14 | Planning for holidays | Arbaz: Hey, when was the last time we went on a holiday?
Swati: Gosh, I don't remember.
Arbaz: Was it two years ago when we went to the beach.
Swati: I guess so. I didn't realize so much time had passed.
Arbaz: I know. SO do you think it's time for another trip?
Swati: Absolutely. I think I can get two weeks off work.
Arbaz: Same here. I think I have some days saved up.
Swati: Great. All we have to do is make some plans.
Arbaz: Yeah. Why don't we sit down tonight and talk about it?
Swati: OK.
Arbaz: All right. I'll at some travel sites today.
Swati: So will I.
(Back from Office)
Arbaz: OK so I checked out some holiday options.
Swati: Me too. I think we should go to the mountains.
Arbaz: I was thinking the same thing.
Swati: Yes, we can do hiking and maybe go somewhere with hot springs.
Arbaz: I love that idea.
Swati: Great me too.
Arbaz: So did you find any hotels you liked?
Swati: I actually did.
Arbaz: Wonderful.
Swati: Yeah, I found a place that has a spa.
Arbaz: And is it really expensive?
Swati: I think we can afford it. I'll call to make a reservation tomorrow.
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| 15 | Contacting Travel Agency | Saurabh: Hello, travel agency, how can I help you?
Pranali: Yes, I'm looking to book a room for two weeks.
Saurabh: When will you be visiting?
Pranali: Do you have availability next month?
Saurabh: Yes, we do. The last two weeks are open.
Pranali: Great. I need one room for two people.
Saurabh: And would you like twin beds or queen-sized bed?
Pranali: A queen-sized.
Saurabh: Alright. And do you have any other questions?
Pranali: Yes, is the use of the spa included?
Saurabh: Yes, it is.
Pranali: That's great. We can't wait to go.
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| 16 | Travelling Plans | Sofia: Were you able to make a hotel reservation?
Rahul: Yes! We have a room for two weeks next month.
Sofia: That's great. We should book a flight.
Rahul: I thought maybe we should drive.
Sofia: Oh, I guess it's not too far. It's about a 7-hour drive, right?
Rahul: Yeah and then we could save on renting a car while we're there.
Sofia: That's very true. We should get the car turned up before we go.
Rahul: That's a really good idea. We don't want any car trouble on the way.
Sofia: Yeah. I can get that done after work tomorrow.
Rahul: Thanks.
Sofia: Sure. And will you get it washed next week?
Rahul: Yeah.
Sofia: So we're leaving in 3 days!
Rahul: I know. I'm so excited.
Sofia: Me too. Have you thought about what you're going to bring?
Rahul: Not at all.
Sofia: Me neither.
Rahul: OK. Let's think. We'll need hiking boots.
Sofia: And swimsuits for the pool.
Rahul: And we should bring bug spray.
Sofia: Yeah. And sunscreen.
Rahul: Don't forget about our water bottles.
Sofia: Yeah. And clothes for cool weather.
Rahul: Right. OK, let's get packing.
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| 17 | Ready to go for Travelling | Anjali: Is the car all packed up?
Basant: I think so. Did you bring the cell phone chargers?
Anjali: Yeah, here's the one we can plug into the car.
Basant: Great because we'll need the GPS to get there.
Anjali: All right. Let's go.
Basant: Wait, I'm not sure if I locked the back door.
Anjali: I'll check.
Basant: Thanks.
Anjali: The house is all locked up.
Basant: Great. We should stop at the gas station on the way out of the town.
Anjali: Yeah and we can pick up some snacks and coffee there.
Basant: Sounds good.
Anjali: According to the GS we're almost there.
Basant: Great. It says here that there's a beautiful waterfall nearby.
Anjali: Don't you want to go ahead and go to the hotel?
Basant: Well, I think it'd be nice to stretch our legs.
Anjali: How loong is the hike?
Basant: It says it's only 15 minutes to the falls.
Anjali: All right. Let's go.
Basant: Great. It's up ahead here on the left.
Anjali: Oh I think I see a sign.
Basant: That's the place.
Anjali: OK, I'll park the car here.
Basant: This looks good.
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| 18 | At a tourist hotel | Receptionist: Hi, welcome.
Alex: Thanks.
Receptionist: Did you have a long trip?
Alex: Yes. I've been on the road all day.
Receptionist: Well let's get you checked in.
Alex: Thanks. We have a room reserved for 2.
Receptionist: Name, please?
Alex: We're the Johnsons.
Receptionist: Yes, I see here. 2 weeks, correct?
Alex: Yes. That's right.
Receptionist: OK, let me show you to your room!
Alex: Thanks!
(Early Morning)
Alex: Good morning!
Sana: Good morning! How did you sleep?
Alex: Really well. This room is so great.
Sana: Yeah the bed is so comfortable. Should we go to breakfast?
Alex: Yes!
Sana: And then what do you want to do?
Alex: I thought we could hike to the hot springs.
Sana: That sounds so nice.
Alex: And then I saw online that there's a cute restaurant near the hotel where we could have lunch.
Sana: That sounds great. I'll get ready.
Alex: Me too.
Sana: Ok, let's go!
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| 19 | Checking Out from Hotel | Receptionist: Good morning.
Vikas: Good morning, we're ready to check out.
Receptionist: All right. Did you have a nice stay?
Vikas: Oh, we had a wonderful time.
Receptionist: Did you enjoy the spa?
Sita: Oh, yes we did. And we loved the breakfast.
Receptionist: I'm so glad to hear it. All right, here is your bill.
Vikas: Thanks. Can I pay with a credit card?
Receptionist: Absolutely.
Vikas: Thanks.
Receptionist: Have a nice trip home, we hope you come back!
Vikas: We will. Thanks for everything.
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| 20 | Checking Out from Hotel | Receptionist: Good morning.
Vikas: Good morning, we're ready to check out.
Receptionist: All right. Did you have a nice stay?
Vikas: Oh, we had a wonderful time.
Receptionist: Did you enjoy the spa?
Sita: Oh, yes we did. And we loved the breakfast.
Receptionist: I'm so glad to hear it. All right, here is your bill.
Vikas: Thanks. Can I pay with a credit card?
Receptionist: Absolutely.
Vikas: Thanks.
Receptionist: Have a nice trip home, we hope you come back!
Vikas: We will. Thanks for everything.
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| 21 | Collision Meeting | Ram: Oh, I'm really sorry. Are you OK?
Gita: I'm fine. But I'm not very good at this.
Ram: Neither am I... hey, I like your shirt. Are you from Argentina?
Gita: Yes, I am, originally. I was born there.
Ram: Did you grow up there?
Gita: Yes, I did, but my family moved here ten years ago when I was in middle school.
Ram: And where did you learn to skate?
Gita: Here in the park. This is only my third time.
Ram: Well, it's my first time. Can you give me some lessons?
Gita: Sure. Just follow me.
Ram: By the way, my name is Ram.
Gita: And I'm Gita. Nice to meet you.
Ram: Hey, that was fun. Thanks for the lesson!
Gita: No problem. So tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?
Ram: I work in a travel agency.
Gita: Really! What do you do there?
Ram: I'm in charge of their computers.
Gita: Oh, so you're a computer specialist.
Ram: Sort of.
Gita: That's great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computer course I'm taking.
Ram: Oh, sure... but only if you promise to give some more skating lessons.
Gita: It's a deal!
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| 22 | Two immigrants of same countries | Shen: Where are you from originally, Huy?
Huy: I'm from Vietnam... from near Hanoi.
Shen: And when did you move here?
Huy: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1998.
Shen: And what do you do now?
Huy: I work for a communications company.
Shen: I use. So you're an immigrant to the United States?
Huy: That's right.
Shen: What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the US?
Huy: Oh, that's not an easy question to answer. There are so many things, really.
Shen: I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that I don't have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that's not the same thing. In Vietnam, we visit relatives on holidays and weekends. It's not the same here.
Huy: Oh, that's easy- my mom's cooking! There are some great Vietnamese restaurants here, but it's not the same as my mother's cooking.
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| 23 | Two different country's immigrants | Bishnu: When did you move to the US?
Ahmed: In 2005.
Bishnu: Are you studying here at the moment?
Ahmed: Not now. I moved here to attend college, and after I graduated, I got a job here. I'm working as an engineer.
Bishnu: Uh-huh. And what was it like when you first came here? Was it difficult?
Ahmed: Yeah, it was at ties. The biggest difficulty I had was the educational system Things are very different here. Teaching methods, everything is very different from what I was used to in Egypt.
Bishnu: And what do you miss the most from Egypt?
Ahmed: My family and my friends. I try to go home often, but it's expensive to go back. I have some friends coming to visit next month, so I'm really looking forward to that.
Bishnu: I too miss my friends. I am from India and myself Bishnu. I am here for my further studies.
Ahmed: Nice to meet you brother. I already have 2 friends from India. I'll plan a party for you and also make sure a meeting with them. You will feel better after meeting them.
Bishnu: You're really awesome. I didn't expect that I will share my room with someone kind of you.
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| 24 | How have you changed? | Trainer: Let's play a game. Any suggestions?
Sofi: Truth and dare!
Trainer: That's very common. Suggest something that makes some sense and interest as well.
Alam: Personal perception of how have you changed?
Trainer: That's interesting. Let's start from you Sahil and it will move from his right hand.
Sahil: When I was a kid, I used to be very messy, but now I'm very neat.
Sofi: I didn't use to collect anything, but now I do.
Jatin: I never used to play sports, but now I like to keep fit.
Teena: I never used to worry about money, but I do now.
Yusuf: I used to have a lot of hobbies, but now I don't have any free time.
Ravi: I didn't use to follow politics, but now I check headlines online every day.
Alam: When I was younger, I used to care a lot about my appearance. Now, I'm too busy to care about how I look.
Trainer: That was really a great experience. Thanks for the suggestion, Alam. It really taught me many things. From now on I will always try this with every team I will train.
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| 25 | Speakers sharing experience- a time I was happy | Representer: Here are five contestants who will be sharing the best moment of their life. Here we go with number 1.
Speaker 1: Oh yes... it was in late July 20022. I had just left college and I felt fantastic. I was young, healthy, I had the whole world at my feet. No more exams! I swore I'd never take another exam. I was making plans to go abroad, see some of the worlds. I felt so free! I used to meet my friends from college in the evenings and we'd talk about all our plans.
Representer: Two...
Speaker 2: Umm... about two years ago. That was when I set up my own pizza delivery company. I was really optimistic and felt sure that things were going to go great. I had contracts with three big pizza restaurants and had just employed six delivery staff. I was so proud.
Representer: Number three.
Speaker 3: The best day of my life was on September 1st, 2000. It was around eight-thirty at night. I was in a restaurant with Maria, my girlfriend at the time, and I had just asked her to marry me. She said Yes! I felt so relieved. We ordered champagne, and I was absolutely elated...
Representer: Four...
Speaker 4: Oh, yes. That's easy. Three months ago. My beautiful baby Jason was born then. He has the most marvellous blue eyes and blond hair. I was exhausted... My husband was with me, and he filmed everything on our camcorder. It was an unforgettable experience, and I remember feeling very... different. I was a mother!
Representer: Last but not least... number five.
Speaker 5: For me, it was probably on holiday last year in Brazil. I went to Rio Carnival. It was absolutely amazing. There were tens of thousands of people, all just having a good time. I was so excited. The music played all day and night. I did the samba until my feet ached so much I could hardly stand up. I was so tired by the end! What an amazing party, I mean, just out of this world.
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| 26 | What a waste! | Rodney: Don't buy that, Jane. It's a waste of money.
Jane: Don't talk to me about wasting money, Rodney. You're an expert at it.
Rodney: No, I'm not. I've no idea what you mean.
Jane: How about that barbecue you bought... last summer?
Rodney: I thought it would be nice to have parties in the garden.
Jane: We've only used it once. You spent over three hundred pounds on it...
Rodney: Well, it's too complicated. Anyway, you can't talk! What about those boots of yours? The ones you got on holiday last Christmas? You said you needed them for going out, but I've never seen you in them once.
Jane: They don't fit me.
Rodney: Well it was a bit stupid to buy them then... just because you fancied the shop assistant.
Jane: I did not 'fancy' him, actually, Rodney. He was just being helpful, that's all.
Rodney: Sure. How much did they cost?
Jane: About two hundred pounds.
Rodney: Haha!
Jane: That's still less than your stupid barbecue.
Rodney: Oh shut up, Jane! You're boring.
Jane: Rodney... where are those sunglasses of yours?
Rodney: I gave them to Mark.
Jane: But... you only got them in July! I've never seen you wear them. How much were they?
Rodney: Fifty quid.
Jane: No, they weren't! They were more like a hundred and fifty. Why did you buy them if you were never going to wear them?
Rodney: I thought they'd make me look cool, but you said they made me look like a fly.
Jane: Well they did. What a waste! You look like a fly anyway.
Rodney: Thanks. At least I'm not the one who spent a fortune on a computer I never used.
Jane: What? Oh, stop going on about that, will you? I thought I needed it for work.
Rodney: Right. You got it in February and all you did was play a game on it and then sell it in April for a loss.
Jane: Oh, give it a rest.
Rodney: You paid about a thousand pounds, didn't you? And sold it for six hundred. After just two months!
Jane: Well, work gave me one so I didn't need it.
Rodney: Pity you didn't check first, isn't it, Jane?
Jane: Right, tats it. I'm sick of your criticism, Rodney. We're finished!
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| 27 | Discussion on spending of money | Clara: Hi, Brian. What are you doing?
Brian: I'm just trying to work out how much I spend a month.
Clara: Oh! That's why you look so sad!
Brian: It's terrible! I spend about three thousand a month on books.
Clara: Oof! That's a lot.
Brian: And my rent is five thousand a week, so that's another twenty thousand a month.
Clara: Yeah, rent's a killer.
Brian: Then there's food. About three thousand a week on that, so that's twelve thousand a month... just to eat... every month.
Clara: Yes, but what about going out and stuff? That costs me a fortune!
Brian: Me too. I think about fifteen thousand a month... and another five on eating out.
Clara: Oh! Guess what, I heard the bus fares are going up!
Brian: Great, it already costs me seven hundred a week just to get to college and back. That's twenty-eight hundred on transport... already.
Clara: What's that in the bag?
Brian: CDs. I bought two this morning in town.
Clara: So complain to me about having no money then!
Brian: Hey! I like the music! Anyway, I only buy about two a month so it doesn't cost more than, say, two thousand.
Clara: Hmm. Still...
Brian: It's not easy making ends meet, you know. Look at these jeans. Look! I need a new pair.
Clara: So buy some.
Brian: I've already spent five thousand on clothes this month. That's my limit.
Clara: Well, my parents sent me some money this morning, so I'm off shopping! I need a new dress.
Brian: Parents, eh! Now, there's an idea!
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| 28 | I hate my job! | Harry: Hi, Barry! How're things?
Barry: Oh, not so good.
Harry: How come? What's the matter?
Barry: I hate my new job! It really gets me down.
Harry: Too bad.
Barry: Yeah. Everyone morning I have to get up at six o'clock.
Harry: Six o'clock! That's a really bad start to the day. I used to get up at ten... or later!
Barry: Hmm. And there's no bus at that time so I have to cycle five miles to get to work. It's cold and rainy every day.
Harry: Yes, the weather is pretty bad at the moment.
Barry: And when I get to work I have to make the boss a cup of coffee. I mean, can't he get his own coffee? I feel like a servant.
Harry: Hmm.
Barry: And when I start work it's the same thing all the time... just answering the phone to hear people complain and complain.
Harry: Oh, right. You're in Customer Services, aren't you?
Barry: Yeah. Customer disservices, more like. The things those sales-people tell them! Really. Listening to all these customers moaning over the phone... I tell you, it makes me depressed.
Harry: So I see. Well, at least you get a free lunch.
Barry: You mean used to. Now we have to pay. That's another problem. It costs me around a fiver just to eat... and that's more than I get paid for an hour's work! I'm losing money!
Harry: Well, at least you finish work early.
Barry: Yeah, but when I get home around four I'm too tired to do anything. My social life is zero right now.
Harry: Why don't you quit then?
Barry: Quit? Are you mad? It's the best job I've had!
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| 29 | Conversation with the boss on the first day of office | David: Jane, are you free now?
Jane: Yes, I am.
David: Will you come to my office, please?
Jane: Yes, David. I'll be there in a moment.
David: So Jane, how are you settling in?
Jane: Everything seems to be fine.
David: Have you got everything you need?
Jane: No, not yet. I need to go to the stationery department.
David: OK. I'll ask Anna to show you later.
Jane: Will she also shows me around the office?
David: Yes. Of course. She will.
Jane: It looks like a big place.
David: If you have any problems or questions you can always ask Anna. Have you read and signed your contract yet?
Jane: Yes, I have. Here it is.
David: Do you understand the terms and conditions?
Jane: Yes. I think so.
David: If you have any questions you can ask me anytime.
Jane: OK. How long the does the probation period last?
David: The probation period lasts for 3 months.
Jane: And then what happens?
David: What happens is that I will review your performance.
Jane: Can you tell me what parts of my performance you will look at?
David: Yes. I will look at your punctuality, work performance and your relations with me?
Jane: What happens if I do not pass my probation?
David: If you do not pass, then you will need to find another job.
Jane: Do I have a second chance here?
David: No, I'm sorry. You do not get a second chance here.
Jane: And what is the yearly evaluation?
David: Every year, I will evaluate your performance.
Jane: And then what?
David: Then I will decide whether or not you deserve a pay raise.
Jane: Does the company also provide medical insurance?
David: Yes, we do.
Jane: What kind of insurance is it?
David: It's fully comprehensive.
Jane: Do I get an automatic cover?
David: Yes. You do get an automatic cover.
Jane: How much holiday time am I allowed?
David: You are allowed 2 weeks every year.
Jane: can I take it any time?
David: Yes. You can take it any time.
Jane: I think this is a fair company.
David: Yes. We are a fair company.
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| 30 | Calling from office to friend for lunch | Alexa: Hey Simon, how are you doing?
Simon: I'm great. I am getting hungry though.
Alexa: Yeah. Me too, what time is your lunch break?
Simon: In about 10 minutes.
Alexa: Oh, great. I have my break in about 10 minutes too. Should we go get something to eat?
Simon: Yeah, that sounds great. Do you know of any good restaurants around here?
Alexa: Yes. There's a great Chinese restaurant around the corner.
Simon: Oh, I love Chinese food. Let's go.
Alexa: OK let's do it! I can't wait to eat some spring rolls!
Simon: Spring rolls are good, but I love dumplings.
Alexa: Me too, let's get an order of both!
Simon: That's a great idea.
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| 31 | Reservation for seat in a Pizza hotel | Assistant: Hello, Mario's Pizza. How can I help you?
Bruce: Hi, I'd like to make a reservation, but I have a quick question.
Assistant: Yes, what would you like to know?
Bruce: Do you have a kid's area?
Assistant: Yes, we do. We have a ball pit and lots of toys.
Bruce: Oh, that's great. Do you have a table for two adults and child for tonight?
Assistant: I'm so sorry, but we're all booked up for tonight.
Bruce: That's a shame. What about tomorrow at 7 pm?
Assistant: We do have a table open for that time tomorrow.
Bruce: Great, we are the Miller family.
Assistant: Wonderful. So a table for 3 at 7 pm under the name Miller?
Bruce: Exactly, thanks so much.
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| 32 | In a Garden Party | Alice: Hi, welcome to The Sage Garden. How many in your party?
Sahil: Thanks. I think we'll be four people.
Alice: Well since there are only two of you, I can seat you a table for two now, or we can wait for the rest of your party to get here?
Sahil: We can't go ahead and sit at a bigger table?
Alice: No, I'm sorry.
Sahil: Could we wait at the bar.
Alice: Sure, that's not a problem. So you'll wait for the rest of your party?
Sahil: Yes, thanks.
Alice: Great. Let me know when your friends get here and we'll find a table for you.
Sahil: Perfect, thanks so much.
Alice: Will you prefer a table down the tree?
Sahil: Yes, that sounds nice!
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| 33 | Conversation with a waiter in the restaurant | Waiter: Hi, welcome. Can I start you off with some drinks?
Strauss: Yes, I think we'd like a pitcher of lemonade.
Waiter: Would you like it with mint?
Strauss: That sounds great, yes, please.
Waiter: OK, I'll be back in a minute to take your order.
Strauss: OK. Actually, can we go ahead and order an appetizer?
Waiter: Yes, absolutely. What would you like?
Strauss: We would like jalapeno poppers.
Waiter: Alright. I'll be right back.
Strauss: OK. Thanks!
Waiter: Hi, here is your pitcher of lemonade and jalapeno poppers.
Strauss: Oh, yum! OK, I think we're ready to order.
Waiter: So, what can I get for you?
Strauss: Do you have any specials?
Waiter: Yes, we have a squash soup served in a bread bowl.
Strauss: Oh that sounds really good.
Waiter: Would you like that?
Strauss: Well, maybe. What do you recommend?
Black: I really like the spaghetti with meatballs.
Strauss: I do love spaghetti.
Waiter: So, would you like spaghetti?
Strauss: No, you know what? I'll get Caesar's salad.
Waiter: Alright! I'll be right back with that.
Strauss: Thanks.
Waiter: Is everything ok?
Strauss: Well actually, I'm not sure if this is what I ordered.
Waiter: Didn't you order the soup.
Strauss: No, I ordered the salad.
Waiter: Oh, my gosh. I'm so sorry. I must have gotten your order mixed up.
Strauss: That's ok. Can you take this back for me?
Waiter: Absolutely. So you wanted a garden salad?
Strauss: No, I wanted Caesar's salad.
Waiter: Oh, that's right. OK, I'll be right back with that.
Strauss: Thanks so much.
Waiter: No problem, sorry for the mix-up.
Strauss: That's ok.
Black: This is so good.
Strauss: Yeah I like mine too.
Black: what did you get again?
Strauss: I got the spaghetti with meatballs. You?
Black: The Caesar's salad.
Strauss: I heard they make great lasagna here too.
Black: Yeah, I that. we should try that next time.
Strauss: Yeah. Do you think you'll get a dessert?
Black: Hmm. I hadn't thought about it. You?
Strauss: Definitely! I'm getting the apple pie.
Black: Oh, that sounds great. Let's both get a piece.
Strauss: Let's do it.
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| 34 | After finishing the dinner in the hotel | Arish: Well I think I'm ready to go. Excuse me?
Jyoti: Yes, can I get anything else for you?
Arish: No, I think we'll just take the check now.
Jyoti: Are you sure you wouldn't like one more glass of wine?
Arish: No, we're fine. Just the check, please.
Jyoti: Alright. But please keep in mind that we only take cash.
Arish: Oh no, I only have my debit card.
Jyoti: That's all right. There is an ATM net door.
Arish: OK, well I'll have to get some cash.
Jyoti: That's fine, I'll bring your check while you go.
Arish: All right. Thanks so much.
Jyoti: No problem. I hope you enjoyed your meal.
Arish: Wow, I am so full.
Kirti: Me too. I'm stuffed.
Arish: I thought it was really good. What about you?
Kirti: Yeah, I think I like the restaurant we went to last week better.
Arish: Which one, the Chinese one?
Kirti: Yeah, I love that place.
Arish: Yeah, me too. Bt you really can't compare the two. Such different cuisine.
Kirti: I suppose that's true.
Arish: Do you think we should bring our friend Sarah and Paul here next week.
Kirti: That's a great idea. I'll call them when we get home.
Arish: I'm going straight to bed when we get home!
Kirti: All right. Are you ready to get going?
Arish: Yes, let me go to the bathroom first.
Kirti: Ok, I'll go too.
Arish: OK, all done?
Kirti: Yup. Now, where did we park the car?
Arish: Right there, follow me.
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| 35 | Girl asking question to understand the nature of boy | Girl: How many people are there in your family?
Boy: There are 5 people in my family: my father, mother, brother, sister, and me.
Girl: Does your family live in a house or an apartment?
Boy: We live in a house in the countryside.
Girl: What does your father do?
Boy: My father is a doctor. He works at the local hospital.
Girl: How old is your mother?
Boy: She is 40 years old, 1 year younger than my father.
Girl: Do you have any siblings? What's his/her name?
Boy: Yes, I do. I have 1 elder brother, David, and 1 younger sister, Mary.
Girl: What do your mother/father like?
Boy: My father likes playing football and my mother likes cooking.
Girl: Do your parents let you stay out late?
Boy: Of course not. They always ask me to get home before 10 pm each night.
Girl: Do you stay with your parents?
Boy: Right now, no, but I used to.
Girl: Does your family usually have dinner together?
Boy: Yes, we do. My mom always prepares delicious meals for us.
Girl: How often do you eat out? Who do you go with?
Boy: I often eat out on weekends when I hang out with my friends.
Girl: What restaurant do you usually visit?
Boy: Well, there are not many restaurants in my neighbourhood, so my best choice is the deli in convenient stores like Circle K, Mini-Stop, B-smart.
Girl: What type of food do you enjoy to eat? Western or Asian?
Boy: I'm interested in Asian food, Western food is not my thing.
Girl: How much do you usually pay when you eat out?
Boy: It's not very expensive, just around $5 for each meal.
Girl: Do you enjoy spicy food?
Boy: Yes, I do, especially on cold days.
Girl: Are the servers there friendly to you?
Boy: Yes, they are. Most of them are really helpful.
Girl: Have you ever tried Italian food?
Boy: Yes, at least once, when I was at my friend's wedding party.
Girl: Are you concerned about calories when eating out?
Boy: Yes, I'm on diet now, so this really matters to me.
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| 36 | Mom and very young daughter's conversation after returning from arts & crafts class | Gracy: Hi, Mom, I'm back from the arts and crafts class. Look at what I'm wearing.
Mom: Well, you're wearing a blue T-shirt and jeans.
Gracy: Sure, but what else am I wearing?
Mom: Oh, those earrings are very pretty! Is that what you're learning to make this week in arts and crafts class?
Gracy: Yes, we're learning to make jewellery from beads this week. The beads come in different colours and shapes. First, we decide what sort of jewellery we want to make. Then, we choose the beads we want and string them on transparent plastic wire.
Mom: That sounds like a lot of fun!
Gracy: Yeah! Tom made a bead necklace for his sister, and I made some earrings. Guess what, Mom? I made a pair of earrings for you, too!
Mom: Oh, these are very pretty! Thank you very much.
Gracy: Next week, I'm going to make a necklace.
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| 37 | School time conversation | Girl: Did you finish your homework for English class?
Boy: Homework? There wasn't any homework.
Girl: We had to finish reading a book and then write a 200-word essay on it.
Boy: I don't think Ms Jones gave us any homework. I always write what I have to do in my notebook. Did she really tell us to write an essay?
Girl: Yes. Look, here's my essay. See?
Boy: Oh no! What am I going to do? We've only got 10 minutes before class starts.
Girl: I don't know. Maybe Ms Jones will let you hand it in tomorrow.
Boy: Hey, let me copy your essay. I'll change a few words. Ms Jones will never know.
Girl: No, I'm sorry. That's not the right thing to do.
Boy: Oh, come on! I thought you were my friend.
Girl: I'm your friend. That's why I'm not letting you copy my work!
(After School)
Boy: Will you play any sports this school year?
Girl: I want to play hockey. But I'm not sure I will have enough time.
Boy: I'm on the school soccer team. I'm also going to take up swimming.
Girl: You're going to be on the soccer team and swim, too?
Boy: Yeah.
Girl: That seems like a lot. You will be very busy! Do you think you will have any free time?
Boy: I will play soccer with my school team during the week. I will go swimming at the weekend.
Girl: And when will you study?
Boy: I do my homework after school every day. I study every weekend. My mother won't let me play sports until I have done all my work.
Girl: Well, I hope you find enough time for both schoolwork and sports. Good luck!
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| 38 | To give or not to give | Diane: Oh... I'm sick of shopping now. These bags are too heavy!
Charles: Yeah. Let's go home... Oh no, here we go again...
Beggar: Can you spare any change, sir? For the homeless.
Charles: No, I'm sorry.
Diane: Wait a minute. Here you are.
Beggar: Thanks, Luv. Have a nice day.
Charles: You mustn't give those people any money, Diane.
Diane: Why not? I think we should help people who can't help themselves. It can't be easy living on the streets.
Charles: If they're homeless, it's because they want to be. There are plenty of hostels and the places they can stay in.
Diane: Hmm. What would you think if you had no money and saw people like us with loads of shopping bags walking past all day, ignoring you? How would you feel?
Charles: They get plenty of money off the government...
Diane: Oh, really?
Charles: Yes. They spend the money they get from begging on drugs and alcohol. That's the only reason they ask for more... and mugs like you give it to them!
Diane: I don't think it's that simple, Charles. Many beggars have mental problems, like depression. And anyway, living that kind of life no wonder they start drinking and taking drugs.
Charles: He was only, what, mild-twenties? Perfectly fit. He could get a job today if he wanted. When I was his age I had a job. I was working for my money, not begging for it. But people like him, they could easily get a job if they wanted one; the fact is, they know they can have a perfectly cushy life thanks to the government and people like you.
Diane: Cushy? I wouldn't call that kind of life cushy. Whatever the reason for it, people who beg on the streets have a hard life. Anyway, I don't like talking about this kind of thing. Let's just forget it.
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| 39 | Husband and wife conversation on recycling program in the town | Wife: Hey, John. Get the post, will you?
Husband: Okay.
Wife: Anything interesting?
Husband: A few bills and a leaflet on recycling.
Wife: Oh really? It's about time we started recycling. What does it say?
Husband: Recyclingling information... As part of the city's campaign to protect the environment, we are introducing a recycling scheme. Please use the black bin for all recyclable waste.
Wife: Oh, they must mean that bin we got a couple of weeks ago. I wondered what it was for.
Husband: It says here the collection for North Park is on Mondays.
Wife: How about Mum?
Husband: Let's look...South Park is on Thursdays. They say we have to put it outside by seven o'clock in the morning.
Wife: Mm. So what do we put in it?
Husband: It says here 'Newspapers, magazines, junk mail, white paper, cans and aerosols.' Pretty much everything, I think. Oh, hang on. 'No cardboard, milk cartons, plastic bags or paint cans.' Oh, and glass is different. Glass is on Tuesdays. No broken glass, it says.
Wife: Well, what do we do with broken glass then?
Husband: I guess we have to take it to a recycling centre ourselves.
Wife: Oh! Why can't they collect it?
Husband: Maybe it's dangerous. Anyway, it says there are forty recycling centres here.
Wife: I've never seen one. Where are they all?
Husband: Well, there's a number here to call and ask. Oh-one-six-two-three, nine-eight-seven-four-two-six. I might give them a ring and ask.
Wife: Yes, good idea. Ask them if there's anywhere to recycle old husbands, too, will you?
Husband: Ha, ha. Very funny.
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| 40 | A friend in need | Sophie: Hello?
Elaine: Hi, Sophie. It's Elaine. How are you?
Sophie: Elaine! Hi. I'm fine. I'm just preparing Tom's milk. He's hungry!
Elaine: How is he?
Sophie: Oh he's fine. You know- growing all the time.
Elaine: And Phillipe? is he OK too?
Sophie: Yes, Phillipe's fine. He's out at work just now. So, anyway, what's up?
Elaine: I've got some news!
Sophie: Oh yes? What?
Elaine: I've left my job!
Sophie: Oh! Really? So suddenly...
Elaine: Yeah, well, I had a row with the boss and he wouldn't change his mind...so I decided to quit, there and then!
Sophie: Wow!... How do you feel about it?
Elaine: Relieved! It's a real weight off my mind. I wasn't enjoying it at all.
Sophie: Good for you. So... what will you do now?
Elaine: That's what I'm phoning you about, actually. I'm coming to Paris!
Sophie: Oh Elaine, that's great!
Elaine: Yes. I'm leaving next week. Actually, I have a favour to ask.
Sophie: Yes.
Elaine: Is it all right if I stay with you for a while? I don't have anywhere to stay and a hotel would be so expensive.
Sophie: Er... well, it's just... you know... we only have one bedroom here.
Elaine: That's OK. I can sleep on the couch.
Sophie: But little Tom... he doesn't sleep much. We're awake most of the night right now.
Elaine: That's OK. Maybe I can even help out? I can look after him you like.
Sophie: Hmm.
Elaine: Oh, go on Sophie. It wouldn't be for long... just until I find a job and then I can get somewhere to live on my own.
Sophie: It may not be that easy to find a job here, you know, Elaine. There's a lot of unemployment now.
Elaine: Oh, I'm sure I'll find something. Go on... it'll be fun!
Sophie: Well, I'll have to ask Philippe...
Elaine: Oh great! Thanks so much, Sophie. You don't know how much this means to me.
Sophie: But...
Elaine: Listen, I have to go now, but I'll call you before I leave.
Sophie: Er...
Elaine: Thanks so much, Sophie. See you at the airport! Bye.
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| 41 | Friends making account on social media dating app | Sarah: Here we go, then! Go on, Judith put your name in!
Judith: Right! Surname... Black. First name... Judith. Sex? Duh. Female. Occupation... Student. Children? No! You know that. Now... username... hmm...
Sarah: How about Lovely Lady?
Judith: Oh yes! That's good. Lovelylady. All one word. OK...
Sarah: OK. Next bit. Let's see...
Judith: I am looking for a... man... 20-24... for romance!
Sarah: Ah, now... leisure interests.' What do you think?
Judith: Hmm. Pop music, pubs and travel.
Sarah: What about the countryside? You like walking, don't you?
Judith: Oh yeah. Countryside.
Sarah: Anything else?
Judith: No. That's enough. Now, I think I am...
Sarah: I'll tell you what you are! Kind...
Judith: OK.
Sarah: Fashionable!
Judith: Thanks!
Sarah: And... umm... interesting!
Judith: Thanks very much! And I think I'm a bit shy, too.
Sarah: You! No way. You can't say that!
Judith: Only joking! Now. Let's search and see who we find. This is hopeless, Sarah. They are all so ugly!
Sarah: Wait! What about him? Number 44.
Judith: James Hill... attractive, friendly, sports, blah blah- a trip around Europe! Hm. Well, he is good-looking, I suppose.
Sarah: Sure is! And fun, too!
Judith: He's tall, which is nice. And what about his job...? Manager.
Sarah: That's OK. I bet he's rich!
Judith: But I think he's not very serious. I mean, a trip around Europe! And I don't like his hair. Who's the next one? ...Ah... Simon.
Sarah: Hm. He isn't very attractive.
Judith: No. And he seems a bit too serious if anything. Marriage and all that. But he's a teacher and so am I, so that's good. And I love dogs. He has two!
Sarah: He likes the countryside, the same as you... and I think he looks quite kind.
Judith: Yes. Hm. OK. So maybe...
Sarah: Go on then. E-mail him!
Judith: What, now?
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| 42 | Shopping Day | Mona: Excuse me... I'm looking for a bag.
Assistant 1: Certainly madam. this bag is very popular. It opens at the top here... like this... and has a nice pattern around the middle...
Mona: Hmm. Do you have a smaller one?
Assistant 1: No, it's only in this size. But it's very easy to carry.
Mona: I see. Hmm. I think I'll leave it, thanks.
(At the radio shop)
Mona: Excuse me. How much is this radio?
Assistant 2: That one? It's $39.99.
Mona: Oh dear.
Assistant 2: But it's a very good radio. It's a cassette player too, as you can see.
Mona: Hmm.
Assistant 2: And it's light and portable. Easy to carry.
Mona: OK. I need a radio to take to the beach, so I'll have it!
(Suddenly it started raining heavily)
Mona: Oh no... it's raining. Is this umbrella in the sale?
Assistant 3: No, only those ones over there- with the straight handle.
Mona: How much are they?
Assistant 3: $7.50. That's half price!
Mona: It's a bit small.
Assistant 3: Yes, but it can fit in your bag.
Mona: Mm. OK. I'll take this one.
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| 43 | Sudden meet with a friend in the shopping mall | Kay: Hi, Sally. Long time no see! What are you doing here?
Sally: Oh, hi, Kay. Same as you, I expect...just shopping.
Kay: Great. Is that a new dress?
Sally: Yes, it is. I got it yesterday. Do you like it?
Kay: Well...It's very, urn... very short for you, isn't it, Sally?
Sally: Short is 'in' this summer. Didn't you know?
Kay: Oh, I don't read any of those fashion magazines.
Sally: I can tell you don't. Well, this is the latest fashion... from Milan.
Kay: Oh, I know it's popular, I've seen that kind of dress a lot. It seems everyone is wearing it these days. I prefer something more... individual.
Sally: Yes, so I see. What exactly is that you are wearing?
Kay: It's a pair of shorts, but it looks like a skirt. See?
Sally: Oh, yes! How... original. Did you make it yourself?
Kay: No.
Sally: Marvellous. But, I'm just not sure it's quite 'you', Kay.
Kay: Oh really, Sally? Well, never mind. Perhaps it's too... sophisticated for you.
Sally: Hmm. No, I don't think it's that. But you're right- I can't see me in it somehow. Anyway, must hurry. I've got more shopping to do.
Kay: Well, good luck, Sally. Keep reading those magazines!
Sally: Thanks, Kay. Perhaps you should buy some too!
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| 44 | Inquiry of Health Club | Jackie: Hi! I'm Jackie. Welcome to Abbey Health Club!
Man: Thanks.
Jackie: If you follow me I'll give a quick tour.
Man: Oh, yes. It looks good.
Jackie: The pool's open al the time except for Thursday afternoons when it's closed for cleaning.
Man: I see.
Jackie: You can take classes in the pool if you like. We have 'Swim for fitness' classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at two pm. And 'Water aerobics' on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the morning, at ten. All classes are an hour.
Man: OK. And where is the gym?
Jackie: It's just up here.
Man: Wow! It's big!
Jackie: You can come and here and exercise at any time. There are lots of fitness classes. We've got aerobics, cycling, running... lots of things.
Man: How about yoga? Is there a yoga class?
Jackie: Sure. We have 'Yoga for beginners' on Mondays and Thursdays at nine-thirty, and 'Intermediate yoga' at eleven-thirty on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Man: Great. Oh... and is there is a car park?
Jackie: Yes, but you have to pay... about 100 Rs for an hour, I think. We're open from six in the morning to ten at night Monday to Friday, and on Saturday and Sunday from eight am to nine pm. So... do you want to join?
Man: Er... how much is it?
Jackie: Well, there's a joining fee of Rs. 1500 and then you can choose the type of membership you want. When do you think you'll be coming?
Man: Evenings and Weekends, I guess.
Jackie: Well, that's a Gold Membership, so it'll be Rs. 750 a month.
Man: I see. Well, thank you for your time.
Jackie: Thank you! See you soon, maybe!
Man: Yes... maybe.
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| 45 | Friend's Q&A Round | Sara: Hey, Bob, there's a Health and Fitness quiz in the magazine. Do you fancy having a go?
Bob: No, there's a programme on TV I want to watch.
Sara: Oh, go on. It won't take long.
Bob: No.
Sara: Question 1. Do you eat at least five portions of fruit or vegetables every day?
Bob: Yes.
Sara: You big liar! I'll put Rarely for that. Question 2. Do you smoke?
Bob: Smoke? Pretty much all the time.
Sara: Yes, you're like a chimney.
Question 3. Do you exercise at least three times a week? That's easy. Never!
Question4. Do you take time to relax each day?
Bob: The chance would be a fine thing!
Sara: I'll put Rarely.
Question 5. Do you eat fast food?
Bob: I can't stand that rubbish.
Sara: OK. Never. Do you eat something healthy for breakfast?
Bob: Well, I always have cereal and toast.
Sara: OK. Question 7. Do you sleep seen to eight hours at night?
Bob: Oh yes. Always. I've got to get my beauty sleep.
Sara: Shame it's not working.
Bob: Haha.
Sara: Question 8. Do you drink at least a litre of water a day?
Bob: A litre? No way. Unless I've had curry!
Sara: I'll put Rarely. OK. Last few questions now. Do you enjoy your hobbies and have a good social life?
Bob: No hobbies really, but I go out three or four times a week, so...
Sara: Hmm. I'll put sometimes for that. Next question. Do you feel stressed?
Bob: Stressed? All the time.
Sara: Oh! Now, let's see what your score is...
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| 46 | Short intro with new-mate in college canteen | James: Do you mind if I sit here?
Lucy: No, not at all. Go ahead.
James: I'm James. Nice to meet you.
Lucy: Hi, I'm Lucy.
James: Er..., What class are you doing?
Lucy: Advanced woodwork.
James: Oh, that sounds good. Do you like it?
Lucy: It's OK, I guess.
James: Only OK?
Lucy: It's a bit too hard for me, actually. I can't really understand what to do half the time!
James: Oh dear! Why don't you change to an easier class? I think there's a beginners' woodwork class, isn't there?
Lucy: Yes, but I like the teacher... Mr Benson. He says I just have to be more patient, so I'll try. How about you?
James: I'm doing Yoga.
Lucy: Nice. I bet that's fun.
James: I love it. It's really relaxing. The teacher is from India. Mrs Nara, maybe you've seen her? She wears Indian clothes.
Lucy: Hm. I think I remember reading something about a Mrs Nara...in...
James: Oh, look at the time. I'd better go. My class starts at seven.
Lucy: Quick! You don't want to be late.
James: Isn't yours starting too?
Lucy: No. Mine at seven-thirty.
James: Lucky you!
Lucy: OK James. See you later maybe?
James: Yeah, see you later... Lucy.
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| 47 | Applying for job in a Hotel | Kevin: Come in! Hello, take a seat. Now, you are...?
Tom: Tom... Tom Baker.
Kevin: Tom Baker. OK. My name is Kevin Bird, Tom, and I'm going to interview you today.
Tom: Hi!
Kevin: Now then, how old are you, Tom?
Tom: Nineteen.
Kevin: OK. And what job are you applying for?
Tom: Waiter. Just a normal waiter.
Kevin: OK. Now we have two shifts, that's seven to three or three to eleven in the evening. Do you have any preference?
Tom: No, I don't mind. But I can only work Saturday and Sunday.
Kevin: That's OK, Tom. Saturday and Sunday are our busiest days! Are you available from next Saturday?
Tom: Sure! That's the eighteenth, right?
Kevin: Yes, Saturday the eighteenth. Great. But first, can you tell me if you have any experience? Our standards are pretty high here at the Happy Chicken.
Tom: Well, last summer I worked for MacDonald's... for three months.
Kevin: Right. How about as a waiter, though?
Tom: Oh, I worked over the New Year in a local restaurant near my parents' home.
Kevin: Oh yes? And did you enjoy it?
Tom: Sure, it was OK. I speak Spanish and there were lots of Spanish Tourists, so I got good tips!
Kevin: Great! So you speak Spanish. Excellent. Well, there are still some other candidates so can you just give me your phone number and I'll be in touch?
Tom: Yes. It's 559304.
Kevin: 559304. OK! Oh! When is the best time to contact you?
Tom: Evenings, between five and eight, I think.
Kevin: Fine. Well, thanks very much for coming, Tom. See you again!
Tom: Thank you, Mr Bird.
Kevin: Call me Kevin!
Tom: Oh, thanks. Bye then.
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| 48 | Colleagues sharing their past journey experience | Ben: And what about you, Tina? Have you got a story about a journey you remember?
Tina: Yes, I have actually. There's one journey I'll never forget. It was about six years ago... I was going to Hong Kong, from London. the flight was early in the morning, so the night before I stayed in a hotel near the airport. Well, I was in a holiday mood that night, and so I went to the hotel bar and ordered a drink, you know, to celebrate. And I got talking to some other people. We had a great time and anyway, when I left the bar it was about three in the morning. The flight was at six o'clock, so it wasn't really worth going to sleep. I watched TV for a bit but, well, I fell asleep, didn't I.
Ben: Aaaah!
Tina: When I woke up it was after five o'clock. You know you have to get there early to check-in, right? So I panicked, grabbed my bags and rushed outside, looking for a taxi.
Ben: Was there any taxis available there?
Tina: Of course- no taxis anywhere. Luckily, after a few minutes running up and down the street, an airport bus came along so I got on that. When I got there it was actually nearly six so I thought, you know, the gate will be closed. I've missed my plane.
Ben: Ohh!
Tina: The whole terminal was empty except for a huge crowd of people at one end and luckily, that was the queue for my flight.
Ben: Was it delayed?
Tina: Yeah! It was delayed. I was really pleased... but the delay went from one hour to four hours to finally nine hours!
Sandy: Nine hours!
Tina: Nine hours waiting at the airport. I slept on some chairs most of the time. Finally, at around three o'clock, the plane took off.
Tarun: Finally!
Tina: But the worst part was yet to come! After a few hours, there was a huge storm and the plane started bouncing around all over the place. I remember feeling. It was like being in a washing machine. People were screaming, babies crying, food flying everywhere.
Colleagues: Ohh...
Tina: I was really scared. and then! The worst thing of all. The oxygen masks dropped down.
Maria: Aaaah...
Tina: Suddenly we all were staring at these yellow oxygen masks and the feeling of fear- I just can't describe it.
Maria: What did you do?
Tina: I put my mask on and just sat there in absolute terror, with the plan bouncing all over the place and lighting outside the windows. Anyway, the plane didn't crash, thank God, and we got to Hong Kong. OK in the end, but what a journey! I'll never forget it.
Maria: Me too.
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| 49 | Treasure Hunt | Woman: OK! Let's open this and start!
Man: Quick! Read the first clue.
Woman: 'Go to the clock and turn left. Take the first right and I'm out of sight.' What...?
Man: Come on! There's the clock, straight ahead. Let's go!...
OK. Here's the clock. What's next? And turn...?
Woman: Turn left. Take the first right. Over there. Come on!...OK. Here we are. And I'm out of sight. What am I? Hmm.
Man: Oh look! Over there, next to the supermarket- there's an optician's. 'Out f sight'- must mean 'optician's'.
That's the answer to number 1. Quick, write it down.
Woman: OK. Number1... Opticians.
Ok. Clue number 2. 'On the corner, on the left, what do you see? Is it time for tea?' What's on...?
Man: Over there on the corner, on the left... it's a cafe! Time for tea!
Woman: OK. I'll write a Cafe here. Next... number 3. 'Go back, find the school, turn left and try to look cool'. Hmm...
Man: Come on then. Back to school!...
Woman: There's the school again. Straight in front of us. Turn left and try to look cool.' OK, so we go left down here... Ah! Over there! There's a clothes shop. 'Try to look cool.' What do you think?
Man: OK. Write it then.
Woman: Clothes shop.
Man: What's clue number 4?
Woman: Let's see... clue number 4. 'Go to the end and round the bend. On your left, there's a place to send.'
Man: I guess we keep going up here, then.
Woman: Come on!...
Man: OK, so this is the bend. Let me see that. 'On your left, there's a place to send.' That must be the post office over there, on the left.
Woman: Brilliant! Well done... OK, now for the last clue. 'Go through the park and past the station. Here's where to look, if you want information.'
Man: Through the park. OK. Up there. Let's go!
Woman: OK! And 'past the station' must mean we go past the train station.
Man: Right. Keep going! I think we're going to win!...
Woman: The last bit says, 'Here's where to look if you want information.' Where's that, then?
Man: Hmm. Oh! Of course! It's the library. Over there on the right.
Woman: That's it! Number 5... Library. That's it!
Man: Quick. Let's go back to school and see if we're the first!
Woman: Yeah. Come on! I wonder what the 'treasure' will be?
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| 50 | Conversation of a Designer with a family | Designer: Moving on into the lounge now, what were you thinking of here?
Wife: Well, it's rather dingy and dark in here so we'd like to have more lighting. Can you give us some ideas?
Designer: Hmm, I see what you mean. If we have a large lamp here in the corner, it will help throw some light on the sofa. that'll give a soft warm glow. Very atmospheric.
Wife: Oh, that's a good idea, isn't it, darling?
Husband: Erm, yes. But what about the walls? Don't you think we should have lights there?
Designer: Yes. If we use what we call 'occasional lighting' then again that should help balance things up. Just a few small lamps around the walls, that you can have on to make the room brighter when you need to. Hmm... the main light here in the centre looks a bit insubstantial.
Husband: Yes, and it's too low. I hit my head on it sometimes! I'd prefer something closer to the ceiling.
Designer: Certainly...perhaps a larger 'up light' here, so the light shines up rather than down...
Wife: Oh, that sounds wonderful. I was wondering about changing the blinds, too. I think the curtains might be better.
Designer: Yes, and you really want a mix of tones here- otherwise everything looks the same. There are too many dark tones, so I'd suggest cream silk-lined curtains to contrast with this beautiful black sofa.
Husband: But die carpet's cream. Won't that be a bit too much?
Designer: I was coming to the carpet. We need a mixture of textures here so I'd like to suggest, we get rid of the carpet and have a wooden floor.
Wife: Oh! Now that's an idea!
Designer: A wooden floor would bring a natural, earthy texture to the room, and if we have some bamboo here in the corner near the television then this would make a very powerful impact, I think.
Husband: And how much would all this cost?
Designer: Well, what I'll do is make a note of everything and will give you the quotation by tomorrow.
Husband: That's good. See you then.
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| 51 | A daily show of visiting someone's house | Presenter: Welcome back to this week's Celebrity House Challenge! Now, this is the moment you have all been waiting for, as once again we go with Tina for a look inside a celebrity's, home.
Tina: Thank you, David. And welcome to all you viewers out there. Well, here I am in one of the most luxurious homes I have ever been in, and just look at this wonderful lounge.
In the middle is a superb leather sofa that can seat no less than six people, and in front, there is this marvellous coffee table, made of wood with a glass top. The book on the coffee table is an atlas of the world, so perhaps that's one clue to the identity of our mystery famous person. It seems they are adventurous and enjoy travel. On the wall behind the sofa is a great painting, a fine example of modern art... This person is clearly very cultured and has excellent taste. And opposite the sofa is the television, and what a television it is; a huge state-of-the-art widescreen TV and there are so many videos and DVDs here, so this person must surely be a movie fan. The floor is polished wood, which gives the whole room an elegant feel. Near the door to the kitchen, there are some children's toys on the floor, so this person must have a family. Well, what else can I say here? Oh, there are some beautiful flowers in the window, they add a feminine touch to the room, and together with the ladies' handbag here on the sofa, you might think this person is a woman. Oh yes, and one more thing, behind the sofa against the wall there is a very modern desk, with a computer and lots of work-life things, so this person probably needs to use a computer for their work, and they may even work from home...
So David, who lives in a house like this? It's back to you in the studio...
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| 52 | A refreshing soul agent with one of its client | Agent: Good morning.
Client: Hmm? Oh, good morning. What time is it?
Agent: Six o'clock. We missed you at breakfast.
Client: Am I too late already?
Agent: I am afraid so. Breakfast is in the Great tent from five to five-thirty. Here, have a piece of bread.
Client: Is that it? One piece of bread?
Agent: Everyone has gone off to swim in the lake now. Do you fancy joining us?
Client: In December? You must be kidding! It's freezing.
Agent: But the water is pure, and it refreshes our soul.
Client: You said that yesterday, and I still haven't changed my mind. I came here to escape. To forget all my problems for a week, not make myself ill. No way am I going swimming, and that's final. Now, what's the rest of the programme for today?
Agent: Well, morning prayers start at six-thirty. We meet in the Great Tent and chant together.
Client: Ok. I need to unwind.
Agent: We do this for half an hour... until seven.
Client: How about yoga? Isn't that in the morning as well? I can't wait for that.
Agent: Yoga class is in the Great Tent from seven to eight. And then we will walk in the wood to achieve inner peace.
Client: Hmm. Now wait a minute, where's that leaflet you gave me? Ah yes, here it is. Yoga finishes at eight... walking till ten. That's for two hours!
Agent: Yes. It's really invigorating. The walk will cleanse your spirit and refresh your soul.
Client: Hm. It seems a bit long for me. I'm not that keen on walking. Anyway, then from ten to midday it's meditation, right?
Agent: Yes, we meditate together in the Great Tent.
Client: Great. and after lunch, what's this... ? It says here 'creative skills'.
Agent: Ah, here you will learn a special dance. We dance among the trees to show our love for nature and the world. The dance will refresh your soul.
Client: I'm not sure I like the sound of that, it's not really me.
Agent: Oh, you'll take to it in no time. It's from one to two O'clock. After the dancing, you will learn how to express yourself through painting, and song as well.
Client: Ah! That sounds more like it. Oh, and when do I get the massage?
Agent: That's at four o'clock. Then dinner.
Client: Dinner... yes, here it is. At five o'clock. What do we get?
Agent: Soup and bread. The soup and bread will...
Client: Let me guess... refresh my soul, right?
Agent: That's right!
Client: Hmm. Then what?
Agent: Then at five-thirty you return to your tent and meditate alone. You remain alone until breakfast the next morning.
Client: I think that'll be the best part! Right. I'll see you at morning prayers in the Great Tent.
Agent: Yes, I'll see you then.
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| 53 | Estate Agent showing the rooms | E-Agent: Well, here we are. Number 5 Highcroft Court. After you.
Anna/Carlos: Thanks.
E-Agent: This is the hall, as you can see. There is a big mirror on the wall, and a telephone over there too.
Anna: Is the telephone working?
E-Agent: Oh yes. You only pay for the calls you make. Now through here to the left... this is the lounge. There's a television and...
Carlos: Look, Anna. What a big sofa!
Anna: It's huge!
E-Agent: Oh, yes. It's new, too. And if you go through that door in front of you, that's the dining room with a nice big table and six chairs...
Carlos: Great! We can have friends for dinner!
E-Agent: And it has two windows so it's very light in here, too. Now, if we go back into the lounge and then left... on the left here is the bathroom.
Carlos: Hmm.
Anna: It's a bit small.
E-Agent: Yes, but the shower and the toilet are both new. And opposite... just here, we have the kitchen. It's a little bigger.
Carlos: Hmm. Is that a washing machine?
E-Agent: Yes. And there's a dishwasher too. Over there.
Anna: That's useful.
E-Agent: And finally, this is the bedroom.
Anna: Oh yes! This is lovely. I like the big wardrobe.
Carlos: There's a desk here too, so I can study.
Anna: You, Carlos... study?
E-Agent: It's very comfortable. Again, there are two big windows here so there's lots of light.
Anna: What do you think, Carlos?
Carlos: I think it's OK. How much?
E-Agent: $550 a month, including bills.
Carlos: Hmm. $550. So, when can we move in?
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| 54 | First Day at the Campus | Reena: ( to a girl ) Excuse me, where should I look for the time table, please?
Girl: On the notice board in that corridor.
Reena: Thank you!
Reena: ( to her friend ) Hello Neha!
Neha: Hi Reena! How are you?
Reena: Fine. And you?
Neha: Fine. Here meet Sonia. And Sonia, this is Reena.
Sonia: Hi!
Reena: Hi Sonia.
Sonia: Are you also in the first year, Reena?
Reena: Yes. What course are you doing?
Sonia: I am doing English honors.
Reena: And you, Neha?
Neha: Commerce. What about you?
Reena: I am doing a Pass course in English, Geography, and History.
Sonia: Have you noted down the time table?
Reena: No, I was going to.
Neha: Come let's go together.
( After noting down the time table )
Reena: I am in section A. And my first period is in room number three.
Neha: Mine is in room number ten.
Sonia: I am free in the first period.
Reena: O.K. Sonia, see you later. Bye. Come Neha, let's go to our classes.
Neha: ( to a girl ) Excuse me. Where is room number ten, please?
The girl: It is on the first floor.
Neha: Thank you.
Reena: And room number three, please?
The girl: There in the Verandah.
Reena: Thank you. O.K. Neha.
Neha: Bye Reena, see you.
Reena: ( at the door ) May I come in Ma'am?
Lecturer: Yes, come in. What's your roll number, please?
Reena: One-forty-five, ma'am.
Lecturer: (surprised) One-forty-five, which class?
Reena: B.A. First Year.
Lecturer: Oh, I see. But this is B.A. final.
Reena: Oh, I'm sorry ma'am. I came to the wrong classroom by mistake.
Lecturer: Never mind. Which room number are you looking for?
Reena: Room number three.
Lecturer: Go to the third room from the other end of this verandah.
Reena: Oh, thank you very much, ma'am.
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| 55 | Applying for the Intermediate Language Course | Receptionist: Hello, Cambridge Language College.
Maria: Oh, yes. Hello, I'd like to attend one of your evening classes.
Receptionist: Oh, yes. Which class are you interested in?
Maria: English. It's course 139.
Receptionist: I see, Course 139 is for intermediate students. Is that the course you want?
Maria: Yes, it is. Intermediate.
Receptionist: Right. Do you want a short course or a long course?
Maria: The long course, please. That's twelve weeks, isn't it?
Receptionist: Yes. Now, I need to take some personal details first. Your name, please?
Maria: Silva.
Receptionist: Silva is your surname, isn't it?
Maria: Yes.
Receptionist: Can you spell that for me?
Maria: Yes. S-I-L-V-A.
Receptionist: Thank you. And your first name?
Maria: Maria.
Receptionist: Maria. Thank you. Oh, what's your nationality?
Maria: I'm Mexican. I'm a student at a university in Mexico City. I'm here for the summer.
Receptionist: I see. So you speak Spanish and any other languages?
Maria: No, just Spanish and a little English!
Receptionist: And you're a student. And your date of birth?
Maria: My date... Oh! The eleventh of October 1983.
Receptionist: Eleventh of October... 1983. Where are you staying in Cambridge?
Maria: Sorry?
Receptionist: What's your address here?
Maria: Oh. It's 24, Cherry Road. The postcode is CB1 5AW.
Receptionist: Ok. Now then maria, do you have a telephone number?
Maria: Yes. It's 742980.
Receptionist: 742980. That's fine.
The next intermediate English long course starts on Monday at seven pm.
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| 56 | Introduction of the Hostel Room mate | Peem: Can you pass me the salt, please?
James: Sure. Here you are.
Peem: Tanks. Say, are you from the States?
James: That's right. James. James Kent. Pleased to meet you.
Peem: Hi there, James. My name's Peem Thalong.
James: Thalong? That's a Thai name, isn't it?
Peem: That's right. I study at Ascension University.
James: Hey, I've heard of that one! What do you study?
Peem: Engineering. How about you?
James: I study History, at New York University.
Simone: Oh, I study History too!
James: Really! Where?
Simone: At the Sorbonne University in Paris. I'm from France.
James: Really! What's your name?
Simone: Simone Clement.
James: Hi, Simone, I'm James and the guy cooking is Peem.
Simone: Hi. Hmm... Smells nice. What are you cooking, Peem?
Peem: I'm cooking curry. Thai-style! Do you want some?
Simone: That would be great!
Peem: Great!
Simone: Can Takeyuki have some too? He's my boyfriend.
Peem: Oh, er... yeah, sure. Why not?
James: I'll get the plates.
Simone: Oh, look! Here is Takeyuki now!
Takeyuki: Hello.
Peem: I'm Peem. This is James. And you know Simone already, right?
Takeyuki: Right!
Simone: Tell them what do you do, Takeyuki!
Takeyuki: Oh, yes. I study Computer science at Tokyo University.
Simone: Takeyuki is so clever! One day, he's going to have his own company.
Takeyuki: That's right. 'Saito industries' it will be called. Saito is my surname.
James: Sounds just great.
Takeyuki: But first Simone and I will get married!
James: That's just great.
Peem: Curry anyone?
Everyone: Mmm, sounds good...
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| 57 | Describing parents from a family photo | (Above image is just for the hint, not the same as described in the conversation)
Raj: Hey look, Sally! It's a letter from my family. Oh, there's a photo!
Sally: Let's see. Where's this... India?
Raj: That's right. Last summer.
Sally: That's you on the left.
Raj: Yes. And there's my sister, Bina, sitting next to me. She's 19 now.
And next to her is my little sister Varsha.
Sally: She's lovely! How old is she?
Raj: Umm ... 14 ... I think! Yes, she's 14.
Sally: And who's that next to her?
Is that Amit?
Raj: Yes, that's Amit all right. He's ... 22.
Sally: And that's your father next to him, isn't it?
Raj: Yes. His name is Navin. And next to him is my mother, Nina.
Sally: How old are they?
Raj: My dad is 56 and my mum is 53.
Sally: Right. And who is this on the end here? The last person on the right? I don't think I know him.
Raj: Oh that's my brother Tarak. He's 26.
Sally: So Tarak is your eldest brother?
Raj: Yes. He's 26 and I'm 24.
Sally: Well, you sure have a big family!
Raj: Yes, I do. And guess what?
Sally: What?
Raj: They're all coming to visit at Christmas.
Sally: Really? Oh ... that's great.
Raj: Yes. For a month!
Sally: That's really great, Raj...
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| 58 | Conversation with owner about the tenant getting old | Sam: Mr. Jensen, here's my mother's rent.
Jensen: Yes, thanks. But wait, there's something I need to bring up with you.
Sam: Oh? What is it? Is there a problem?
Jensen: To be honest, yes.
Sam: What's the problem?
Jensen: I'm just not comfortable with your mother living in the apartment anymore.
Sam: Why? She's a great tenant. She's quiet, I always pay her rent on time.
Jensen: I know, but she's getting too...
Sam: Too what?
Jensen: Too old. She's too old to live in the apartment by herself.
Sam: But she's hardly ever alone. a helper comes in every morning, and my sister or I come every night. We always make sure she has everything she needs.
Jensen: Yeah. But, you know, she's been here for five years now? And she keeps getting weaker and weaker. And then there was the accident.
Sam: Okay, so she fell and broke her hip. That can happen to anyone! But she's better now. And she knows her limitations now. She doesn't try to do everything by herself.
Look, I'm telling you, we take care of her. You don't need to worry about it.
Jensen: Look I don't want anybody to...
Sam: To what?
Jensen: To die in my apartment.
Sam: Hey, look, I think it's just old age that makes you nervous. You really don't have a right to kick her out on the street. Just because she's old.
Jensen: Actually, I do. The lease is coming up for renewal next month. And I don't want her in for another whole year.
Sam: But she has nowhere else to go!
Jensen: Why doesn't she live with you?
Sam: No. She can't live with us. We don't have any room.
Jensen: Well, then, put her in a nursing home.
Sam: Yeah, Right! But she'd never agreed to that.
Jensen: Look, I can't wait for you to sort these things out. I want her out by the end of the month.
Sam: The end of the month? I can't believe this.
Jensen: I'm sorry, but I don't want any trouble. She's your mother. She's your responsibility, not mine.
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| 59 | Husband and Wife's Conversation on Daughter's Decision of Abortion | Mother: Okay, honey, well, I think we need to talk about this some more.
Daughter: Tomorrow?
Mother: Yes, let's talk tomorrow.
Daughter: I love you, mom.
Mom: Bye, I love you, too.
Husband: Was that Jan?
Wife: Yeah.
Husband: What's the trouble this time?
Wife: I just found out. Jan is pregnant. She wants to have an abortion.
Husband: That's terrible. You know, I had a feeling something like this was going to happen. What did you tell her?
Wife: Well, you know where I stand. I told her that she shouldn't go through with it. She can't have an abortion. We have to convince her to change her mind.
Husband: I'm not with you on this one, honey. I think Jan is right.
Wife: You can't be serious! You think she should get an abortion Don't you remember? That's what everyone told me when I was eighteen. "Get an abortion. You're too young to have a baby. It'll ruin your life." But I didn't. And I thought you agreed with me.
Husband: Well, I did! Then. But that was you. You were amazing. You could handle it. You knew what you were doing. And I was there to support you and help you raise the baby. With Jan, it's completely different. She's not responsible enough to have a baby. And she can't take care of it. Look at all of the trouble she's having just taking care of herself. And she doesn't want to be a mother.
Wife: She is just saying that now because she's scared. We have to show her that things will be all right. We'll help her. And being a mother teaches responsibility. Jan will do fine if she has our support.
Husband: But this won't teach Jan responsibility. You know, honey, sometimes I think... I just think abortion is the right thing to do.
Wife: I don't believe that. You know that. We need to make her see that abortion is always a terrible mistake. She'll regret it for the rest of her life if she goes through with it, don't you see?
Husband: I don't know if it is a mistake for Jan. I just don't know.
Wife: Roy, this is something that a man simply can't understand.
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| 60 | In a Marriage Party | A guest: Congratulations.
Mr. Mekap: Thank you. Welcome.
Another guest: Where are the newlyweds?
Mrs. Mekap: They are in the hall.
A lady (guest): Congratulation Rohit. Your bride is really lovely.
Rohit: Thank you, auntie.
(Guest discussing while enjoying the wedding party)
Mr. Meher: Hello, Mr. Sutar! How are you?
Mr. Sutar: Fine, thank you, Mr. Meher, and you?
Mr. Meher: Fine. Where is Mrs. Sutar?
Mr. Sutar: She isn't in town. She has gone to Baripada to attend her sister's wedding. Even I am leaving tonight.
Mr. Meher: Oh, I see. Yes, this is the marriage season.
Meena: Hello, Deepa! Long time no see.
Deepa: Longtime really. How are you?
Meena: Fine. Where are Sameer and the children?
Deepa: Sameer is around but the children are having their exams. So they are at home.
Meena: Oh I see! When will the exams be over?
Deepa: On the twenty-first. How is your son Sumit? Has he adjusted in the hostel?
Meena: Yes, he has adjusted very well. But he feels a little homesick at times. I too miss him very much.
Deepa: That's but natural.
A lady: Hello Deepa!
Deepa: Hi Seema! How are you? Here, meet Meena Prasad. And Meena, this is Seema Aggarwal.
Meena: Hello.
Seema: Hello.
Deepa: (to Seema) A beautiful necklace! Is it new?
Seema: Yes, my mother gave it to me.
Meena: Come, let us sit down.
Seema: Yes, let's go.
Mrs. Kohli: (to the waiter) I have a cold. Is there anything hot? Some soup?
Waiter: Yes madam. I'll get soup for you.
Mr. Ray: So Sahni, how is business?
Mr. Samal: Well, so-so.
Mr. Ray: There is cut-throat competition in the market.
Mr. Samal: Yes, many new products have been launched. But quality still sells.
Mr. Ray: Yes, of course.
Mr. Sharma: What does Mr. Mekap's son do?
Mr. Ray: He is a Chartered Accountant.
Mr. Sharma: Where does he work?
Mr. Ray: In Naval Industries, I think.
Mr. Sutar: I see. The boy is really bright.
Mr. Mekap: (to the guests) Hope you are enjoying yourselves. Please have some drinks and snacks.
Mr. Samal: Thank you, we have had enough. The arrangement is very good.
Mrs. Mekap: Thank you very much. Nobody should go without having food, please.
(Guest during the dinner)
Mr. Khatua: The food is very nice. Especially the nonveg is superb. I wonder who are the caterers?
Mr. Ray: I will ask Mr. Mehta. I would like to engage the same caterers for my daughter's wedding.
Mrs. Meher: When is the marriage?
Mr. Ray: On the 25th of March.
Mr. Meher: There is still enough time.
Mr. Ray: Yes, but these people are booked heavily in advance.
Mr. Khatua: O.K. Mr. Mekap. Congratulations once again. We had a wonderful time.
Mr. Mekap: Thank you.
Mrs. Mekap: (to Mrs. Khatua) Did you have food?
Mrs. Khatua: Oh yes, it was delicious!
Mr. Ray: O.K. Mr. Mekap. Bye, Goodnight.
Mr. Mekap: Bye, Goodnight.
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| 61 | A Techie husband forgot his Anniversary | Wife: Sweetie, do you know what day it is?
Husband: Excuse me, but I'm very busy right now. I have to answer this email.
Wife: You forgot, didn't you?
Husband: What? Did you say something? Can't you wait until tomorrow? I'm really busy right now.
Wife: Agh!
Husband: Why are you sitting on my keyboard? Look what you've done!
Wife: You forgot about our anniversary!
Husband: Is it today? Really? Today? Let me check my appointment file on my computer. Please get off my keyboard.
Wife: You don't have to check your computer file. Our anniversary is TODAY! This is your wife talking to you. Do you need to check your computer file to see when we got married?
Husband: Okay, okay. I believe you. I'm sorry. I'm really, really sorry.
Now, please get off my keyboard and I'll send you an email anniversary card.
Wife: Agh! What is wrong with you? You spend all of your time on your computer. Do you still love me?
Husband: Of course I do. Now, if you get off my keyboard, I'll order some flowers from the flower shop's website.
Wife: I don't care about flowers. I'm worried about us and you. Do you remember when is my birthday? We used to do so many things together when we got married. We used to hike in the mountains, we used to ride our bikes...
Husband: You know I remember. But that was before computers. Now I use my computer to go anywhere in the world. I can hike mountains in Europe and go bike riding in China.
Wife: But that's not real. And I'm not with you. I'm worried about your health. You spend all day with your computer at your office and then all night and the weekends with your computer at home. It's not healthy.
Husband: But I'm happy. I love my computers, okay? But, because I love you, I will see my doctor and get a checkup, all right?
Now, please get off my keyboard and I'll send an email to my doctor to make an appointment.
(Computer converted into Trash. RIP computer)
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| 62 | Talking to a Doctor | Patient: Good morning, doctor.
Doctor: Good morning. Please sit down. Yes, what's the problem?
Patient: I have a fever and sore throat.
Doctor: Let me see. Open your mouth, please. Yes, there is an infection. How much is the fever?
Patient: It was 101 when I started from home.
Doctor: (measuring fever) It's the same even now. are you feeling cold?
Patient: Not much.
Doctor: Do you have a cough?
Patient: Yes, especially at night. I can't sleep because of it.
Doctor: Any other problem?
Patient: I have a headache.
Doctor: That's because of fever. O.K. Take these capsules thrice daily for five days and these tablets six hourly for three days.
Patient: How to take the medicine?
Doctor: With warm water. Also, take this cough mixture for six hours.
Patient: How much?
Doctor: Two teaspoons. Hot water gargles 4 to 5 times a day will help you a lot.
Patient: Any restrictions about food?
Doctor: Don't eat oily and spicy food. avoid cold water and cold drinks. Because it will irritate the throat. Take rest and you will be alright in two-three days.
Patient: O.K. Doctor, thank you very much.
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| 63 | Dad and Son's conversation | Dad: We've been waiting for almost half an hour now. Where is Jinhee?
Son: I don't know. I guess she's late again.
Dad: You mean this has happened before?
Son: Yeah. All the time.
Dad: Really? And this is the woman you're engaged to, and planning to marry?
Son: Yes, of course! She's beautiful, she's kind, she's really a wonderful person, Dad. And I know she'll be a great mother. So what if she runs late sometimes? It's really not that big a deal.
Dad: Okay, but being late is a sign of disrespect. It shows a lack of respect for other people, for commitments. It's a sign of a bigger problem.
Son: No, it's nothing like that. Believe me. She's not disrespectful, she's just, disorganized.
Dad: Disorganized? Well, let me make sure I understand. She's really this late all the time?
Son: Yes. To tell the truth, sometimes it's even worse. Like yesterday, we had an appointment at 5 o'clock to talk with the manager of the Prince Hotel.
Dad: Where the wedding is going to be? That's a very important meeting.
Son: I now. So I arrived on time, at 5. But Jinhee didn't come until almost 6. Actually, it was really embarrassing. But, Dad, she didn't mean it. She said that...
Dad: An hour late. I had no idea it was that bad. That is rude. That's very selfish. Very disrespectful. Have you talked to her about it?
Son: Of course I have. Over and over. But if I bring it up too often she gets angry and tells me to relax.
Dad: You're trying to help her with her problem, and she gets angry at you. That's even more disrespectful. The problem is deeper than just being late. If you marry her, you're going to have a lot of trouble.
Son: Ahh...
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| 64 | Getting ready to go office | Wife: Aren't you going to the office today?
Husband: Of course, I am. What's the time?
Wife: Get up then It's seven-thirty.
Husband: Oh no.
Wife: Hurry up, otherwise you will miss the bus.
Husband: (Getting up) Right. Who is in the bathroom?
Wife: Saurabh.
Husband: Saurabh, hurry up. I am getting late.
Saurabh: Coming, Papa.
Husband: (to wife) Reena, give me hot water. I'll shave in the meanwhile. Where is my towel?
Wife: That is dirty. Take this one.
Husband: Have my clothes been ironed?
Wife: Yes, I have put them in your cupboard.
Husband: I can't find my blue socks. Reena, did you wash them yesterday?
Wife: I washed them the day before. All your socks are in the second drawer of your cupboard. Now let me finish cooking.
Saurabh: Papa, you can go into the bathroom. Mummy, where is my uniform?
Mother: On your bed. And your shoes are under the table.
Saurabh: O.K. mummy!
Husband: (going into the bathroom) Reena, please keep my breakfast and the tiffin ready. I'll be back in fifteen minutes.
Wife: Don't worry, Everything is ready. Saurabh, hurry up. Your bus must be coming at any moment.
Saurabh: I'm ready, mummy.
Mother: Here, drink the milk.
Saurabh: Where is my lunch box, mummy?
Mother: In your bag. And don't forget the water bottle.
Saurabh: Mummy, don't forget the parent-teachers meeting today.
Mother: Good, you reminded me. It had slipped out of my mind.
Saurabh: My bus. Bye mummy.
Mother: Bye son.
Husband: My breakfast, Reena?
Wife: It's on the dining table. And this is your lunch. Listen, don't forget to pay the electricity bill. And also phone for the gas, please. It can finish at any time.
Husband: Yes, yes I will do that. Reena, please get me a clean hanky.
Wife: Here it is. And also your watch. You always forget it in the bathroom.
Husband: Thank you, Reena. I have to rush now.
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| 65 | A girl discussing about her embarrassing mother with her friend | Mona: Risa, I just saw your mom. It's so cool that she dresses that way. She looks so young and hip.
Risa: Young? Hip? Ugh! She's so embarrassing! She's driving me crazy with the way that she's always trying to wear young clothes.
Mona: But I don't mind at all. I really like your mom. She's fun.
Risa: It's not fun for me. It's been crazy ever since her 40th birthday. She's been trying to act like she's our age or something. It's just wrong.
She wants to go shopping at the same stores like me, and half the time I can't even find my fashion magazines because she "borrows" them.
Mona: Really?
Risa: She bleached her hair, she started wearing these little tops and short skirts. And now she says she might get a tattoo!
Mona: No way!
Risa: If she does that I seriously won't go out in public with her anymore.
Mona: I think it's cool that she wants to be your friend. She's a lot better than my mom. With her, it's always "where are you going? When are you coming back? Who are you going with?"
I mean, I would love it if she took me shopping or asked me for fashion advice.
Risa: Yeah, but my mom has gone completely overboard. And my dad, too. I mean, he isn't any help. He says she looks prettier and sexier than ever.
"You are just like a good wine," he says, "more delicious with age." Eeewwww!
Mona: Eeewwww!
Risa: It's disgusting.
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| 66 | US mom and daughter discussion on cosmetic surgery | Alexa: Mom, I have something exciting to tell you.
Mom: what's up?
Alexa: I'm going to have an operation to get my eyelids fixed.
Mom: What? Are you saying that you're going to get cosmetic surgery? At a hospital?
Alexa: Well, it's not so expensive, and it's only my eyelids.
Mom: Only your eyelids?!
Alexa: Yeah. It's not like I'm going to do anything drastic. I'm just going to fix it so I can look prettier.
And Mom, it's my money. I've saved it. I've been working to save my money, and it's my body.
Mom: So that explains it. That's why you've been working all those jobs. You're beautiful the way you are. You look great.
Alexa: But, Mom, boys don't see what you see in me. If I look beautiful, then, you know, I'll be approached by more boys. Maybe I'll have a chance to get jobs that I wouldn't be able to if I didn't fix my eyelids.
Mom: Honey, you should attract people with your inner beauty. Your personality, your intelligence not your looks.
Alexa: Mom, you don't understand. Boys aren't attracted by your intelligence and your wit. The first thing they see is your looks. If you're no beautiful, they won't approach you at all. Then how are they to know if you have the wit or intelligence?
Mom: You can't do this.
Alexa: Mom, I'm doing it whether you like it or not.
Mom: I think you're making a terrible mistake.
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| 67 | Two friends discussion on, one of them's newly wed personal life | Karan: Hey, Sam, congratulations! I haven't seen you since you got married. How are things going?
Sam: Ah, it's not like I thought it'd be.
Karan: Really? I thought you were in love with Cheryl. She seems like a wonderful person.
Sam: Yes, she is, but...
Karan: But what?
Sam: She can't cook. Please don't laugh at me. I'm serious. She cannot cook.
Karan: So what? Lots of people can't cook.
Sam: No, you don't understand. I mean, she really can't cook. I mean, she tries, but she can't even cook rice or make toast without burning it, and she tries to make these special dishes, but they're just inedible.
They're nothing at all like my mother used to make for me.
Karan: Well, maybe it's just that you have to get used to her style. And maybe you should learn to cook. Ever thought of that?
Sam: Me? Cook? Come on. That's a woman's job.
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| 68 | Meeting to an Unknown person randomly | Man: What is your name?
Boy: I am Ravi.
Man: Do you study?
Boy: Yes, uncle.
Man: In which class?
Boy: Twelfth.
Man: Are you a student of science or arts?
Boy: Science.
Man: Which is your favorite subject, Ravi?
Boy: Physics.
Man: What do you want to be in life?
Boy: I want to be an electronics engineer.
Man: What does your father do?
Boy: He is a chemist.
Man: And your mother?
Boy: She is a teacher.
Man: Do you play any games?
Boy: Yes, I play kabaddi and cricket.
Man: And who is your favorite cricket Player?
Boy: Virat Kohli.
Man: Do you like reading?
Boy: Yes, I like reading mystery and adventure books. I also read the newspaper regularly.
Man: That's very good. Do you like watching T.V.?
Boy: Oh yes, I love it.
Man: Which are your favorite channels?
Boy: Zee, Discovery, and Star. I also like sports channels.
Man: What else do you do in your spare time?
Boy: I play computer games.
Man: Do you learn computers at college?
Boy: Yes, it's a part of our syllabus.
Man: O.K. Ravi. It was great talking to you. I wish you all the best in life.
Boy: Thank you, uncle, bye.
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| 69 | Buying a Present | Shopkeeper: Yes, can I help you, madam?
Lady: I want a nice watch.
Shopkeeper: Gents or Lady's?
Lady: Lady's.
Shopkeeper: We have a large variety. Please look here. In this showcase, we have Titan, Allwyn, and H.M.T. In the next one, we have imported Swiss watches.
Lady: Please show me this one. The third in the fifth row.
Shopkeeper: Yes, of course. This is Titan, a very nice watch.
Lady: What is the price.
Shopkeeper: It is here on the tag. Twelve hundred and fifty rupees only.
Lady: No, I don't want such an expensive watch.
Shopkeeper: Then look at this one. Five hundred and fifty only.
Lady: Which brand is it?
Shopkeeper: H.M.T., very durable.
Lady: No, I don't like the design. what about that one, the fourth in the third row?
Shopkeeper: This one?
Lady: Yes, which brand is that?
Shopkeeper: Temple. It is a new company in collaboration with Seiko of Japan.
Lady: How is it?
Shopkeeper: It's good. They are offering a 10 percent discount.
Lady: What is the price?
Shopkeeper: Seven hundred rupees. But after the 10% discount, it cost you six hundred and thirty only.
Lady: Is there any guarantee?
Shopkeeper: Yes, two years.
Lady: What does the guarantee include?
Shopkeeper: Free repair of minor faults for two years and full replacement, if there is a major manufacturing defect.
Lady: O.K. I will buy this one. Shall I get a case with the watch?
Shopkeeper: Yes, a beautiful case.
Lady: Please get it gift-wrapped.
Shopkeeper: Yes, madam, please pay at that counter. And this is your guarantee card. Please don't lose it.
Lady: Yes, thank you.
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| 70 | Complaining about the faulty gadget | Salesman: (to the customer) Good morning madam. Can I help you?
Customer: Yes, I have a complaint.
Salesman: Yes, please.
Customer: I bought this mixer-grinder last week from your shop. It doesn't work properly.
Salesman: Let me see. What is the problem, madam?
Customer: The grinder makes too much noise and doesn't grind anything fine. And the blender doesn't mix anything properly.
Salesman: I see. Does it have a guarantee?
Customer: Yes, one year.
Salesman: Do you have the receipt, please?
Customer: Yes, here it is.
Salesman: Alright, madam. Leave the machine with us. I will send it to the company's workshop for repair.
Customer: Can't you change the piece or refund the money?
Salesman: We will change the piece if the fault can't be repaired. But we can't refund the money.
Customer: When should I come back.
Salesman: Next week, Wednesday.
Customer: Alright. Thank you.
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| 71 | A Birthday Party | Mini: (giving the gift) Happy Birthday, Ritu!
Ritu: Thank you Mini.
Mrs. Rao: Many happy returns of the day, Ritu.
Ritu: Thank you, auntie.
Mr. Rao: (to Sudhir) Congratulations.
Sudhir: Thank you very much, please be seated.
Madhuri: (to the guests) Please have cold drinks.
Ritu: Papa, all my friends have come. can I cut the cake now?
Sudhir: All right. Call your mummy and all the guests at the table.
Madhuri: Ritu, come here, take this knife and cut the cake.
Sudhir: very good, now eat this.
Madhuri: Ritu, give these cake pieces to everybody.
Ritu: Papa, I want to play games now.
Sudhir: What games do you want to play?
Ritu: Pass the parcel and musical chairs.
Sudhir: All right. Let's go.
Madhuri: I will lay the table in the meanwhile.
(After settling the table)
Madhuri: Ritu, come. Cal your friends for food now. (to other guests) Please come for food.
Ritu: Mummy, we had a lot of fun.
Mini: (to her mother) Mummy, I won the first prize in Pass the Parcel.
Another Child: I won first prize in the Musical Chairs.
Madhuri: Wonderful! Come and eat something now.
Mrs. Kanwar: Madhuri, these roshogullas are very lovely. Where did you buy them from?
Madhuri: From Sunder Sweets.
Mrs. Sharma: Your sandwiches are also very tasty.
Madhuri: Thank you, please have some more.
Mrs. Sharma: Than you Sudhir. We really enjoyed ourselves. O.K. Bye.
Sudhir: Thank you for coming, Mr. Sharma. Bye.
Mini: Ritu, your party was very nice. Bye.
Ritu: Thank you Mini. Bye.
Ritu: Mummy, can I open my gifts now?
Madhuri: Yes, you can.
Ritu: Come papa, let's open the gifts.
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| 72 | Discussing Movies and T.V. Programmes | Nima: Hi Megha!
Megha: Hi Nima! How are you?
Nima: Fine. What's going on?
Megha: Nothing. Just watching T.V.
Nima: Which program?
Megha: Grey's Anatomy. I just love this program.
Nima: Me too. I also like Sa Re Ga Ma and Dance Plus.
Megha: Same here. Which T.V. serial do you like the most.
Nima: Well, I like Naagin. I also like Tarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chasma, a lovely comedy, isn't it?
Megha: My favorites are Kundli Bhagya and Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai.
Nima: I like them too. Megha, have you watched Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge?
Megha: Oh yes, thrice. It's a beautiful movie, isn't it? Sharukh is so cute and Kajol looks so pretty.
Nima: Really and Anupam Kher is simply fantastic! He is the best comedian we have.
Megha: Yes, of course! You know, the movie bagged all the awards of that year? The best movie, best actor, best actress, best music, almost everything.
Nima: And they deserved every bit of it, didn't they? thank God, the trend is changing. I am fed up with movies full of nude content and violence.
Megha: Really, I too find such movies very boring. You can't sit and watch them with your family.
Nima: There is Chitrahaar on D.D.1. Do you want to watch it?
Megha: O.K. Let's watch. Sometimes they too show good songs.
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| 73 | Parents discussing the future of their child | Phillip: Honey, I think we need to talk about Rozenn's plans for the summer. I mean, I know you feel strongly about Rozenn staying in touch with your family, but I think we should let her stay here in Canada during the summer. She has band practice and the school summer camp.
Annie: Phillip, my parents would be crushed if Rozenn didn't go back to Brazil. And you know that's their only chance to see her.
Phillip: Well, I know that, but I'm just not sure we should make her go just because your parents were to see her.
Annie: Oh, it's more than that. Also, she's losing her Portuguese. she needs to keep it up, or she'll never get it back.
Phillip: Well, I know that's important to you, but she's had some trouble making friends in school, and the fact that she wants to be with them now is a good thing.
Annie: But she always has fun when she goes to Brazil. It's for her own good. And honey, remember when she was born, we promised to raise her biculturally.
Phillip: And we have done that. But she's 14, and she wants to be her own person. She can go next year.
Annie: She won't want to go. Honey, you don't know what it's like to leave your country and your family. If Rozenn loses touch with Brazil, she's losing touch with me.
Phillip: Well, I know she'll do whatever we decide, but at her age, I just don't like telling her what to do.
Annie: Yes, she's a good girl. But you also know that she sometimes likes to take the easy way out. It'll be better if she goes. She'll thank us in the end.
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| 74 | Talking on the phone | Meena: Hello, is that 7109212?
Rama: Yes.
Meena: May I speak to Neha, please?
Rama: Neha isn't around. Who is speaking, please?
Meena: Meena Seth.
Rama: Meena, I am Rama, Neha's sister. Neha is out shopping with mummy. Can I take a message for her?
Meena: Could you please ask her to call me as soon as she is back?
Rama: O.K. Does she have your number?
Meena: Please note it down. I am calling from my uncle's house.
Rama: Just a moment, yes, please.
Meena: It is 6821515.
Rama: 6821515, is that right?
Meena: Yes, thank you, Rama, bye.
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| 75 | Asking advice perspective to career | Sandeep: Good morning sir.
Prof. Kaushik: Good morning Sandeep. What are you doing these days?
Sandeep: Waiting for the result, sir. Actually, I came to seek your advice on what career to take up after graduation.
Prof. Kaushik: You are doing English honors, isn't it?
Sandeep: Yes sir, but I am not interested in M.A. English. Could you suggest to me some professional course I can do after my graduation?
Prof. Kaushik: What about journalism? I think you have a flair for writing.
Sandeep: Yes sir, I have also been the editor of the English section of our college magazine. Some of my articles have also been published in local newspapers and magazines.
Prof. Kaushik: Well, in my opinion, journalism is a good course for you.
Sandeep: What is the duration of this course, sir?
Prof. Kaushik: Two years. But simple journalism isn't enough. I suggest you should go in for a specialized course in print media, electronic media or advertising. All these branches of journalism have very good job prospects.
Sandeep: What kind of job will I get after that?
Prof. Kaushik: You can work for magazines and newspapers or T.V. After you have gained 5-6 years of experience, you can also work independently as a consultant.
Sandeep: Which institute do you recommend for the course?
Prof. Kaushik: Both Utkal University and University offer a variety of courses in Berhampur journalism. Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan also has a good reputation.
Sandeep: Thank you very much, sir. I think journalism is the right career for me.
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| 76 | Inquiring about the Prospective Bridegroom | Mr. Panda: Hello Mr. Pani, what a surprise! Please come in and have a seat.
Mr. Pani: Thank you, Mr. Panda.
Mr. Panda: So, how is everything?
Mr. Pani: Fine, how is your health now?
Mr. Panda: Much better, thank you. What would you like to have, tea or coffee?
Mr. Pani: Nothing, thanks. Actually, Mr. Panda, I need your help with something.
Mr. Panda: Yes, what can I do for you?
Mr. Pani: Do you know Mr. Karan, the Assistant Manager in your office?
Mr. Panda: Yes.
Mr. Pani: And also the family?
Mr. Panda: Yes, I know them.
Mr. Pani: Actually, we are considering a match between Mr. Karan's son and my daughter Renu.
Mr. Panda: Oh, I see.
Mr. Pani: Could you give me some information regarding the boy and the family?
Mr. Panda: Well, the Karan's are very respectable people. Mr. Karan also is a nice and helpful person.
Mr. Pani: How many members are there in the family?
Mr. Panda: Five, Mr. and Mrs. Karan, their two children, Rahul and Priya, and Mr. Karan's mother who also stays with him.
Mr. Pani: What does Rahul do?
Mr. Panda: He is a marketing executive in Navyug Industries.
Mr. Pani: Where is the office?
Mr. Panda: In Noida.
Mr. Pani: What must be his age?
Mr. Panda: About 26 or 27.
Mr. Pani: What must be his approximate salary?
Mr. Panda: Around Fifty thousand, I think.
Mr. Pani: Could you tell me something about his nature?
Mr. Panda: He is a nice boy. Very respectful.
Mr. Pani: Please tell me something about Mr. Karan's financial status.
Mr. Panda: I think they are quite well to do. Mr. Karan's salary alone must be around eighty thousand. They live in their own house in Punjabi Bagh.
Mr. Pani: Is their daughter married?
Mr. Panda: No. She is is in college. She is younger than Rahul.
Mr. Pani: What about drinking and smoking in the family?
Mr. Panda: Well, as far as I know, neither Mr. Karan nor Rahul smokes. About drinking, I don't know.
Mr. Pani: Yes, I understand. Just one last question. Do you think they will have high expectations in their son's marriage?
Mr. Panda: what can I say about that? It would be better if you ask them yourself.
Mr. Pani: You are right. Thank you Mr. Panda for your kind help.
Mr. Panda: You are welcome.
Mr. Pani: O.K. I'll take your leave now. Please drop in sometime.
Mr. Panda: Yes, sure. Bye, Mr. Pani.
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| 77 | Neighbours complaining about things in General | Mrs. Patil: Hello, Mrs. Yadav!
Mrs. Yadav: Hello, Mrs. Patil! How are you?
Mrs. Patil: Fine. Where are you coming from?
Mrs. Yadav: Market. And you?
Mrs. Patil: I too went to the market. God!How expensive things have become!
Mrs. Yadav: It's terrible really. The prices are shooting up every day.
Mrs. Patil: It's hard to survive these days. Has your servant returned?
Mrs. Yadav: No, she is asking for a raise again. Last month only I increased her salary.
Mrs. Patil: Nobody wants to work these days. All they want is to get paid more and more.
Mrs. Yadav: You are right. Oh, God! How hot it is!
Mrs. Patil: Yes, and on top of it, no electricity in our colony.
Mrs. Yadav: These power cuts are unbearable. I called the complaints but nobody is lifting the call.
Mrs. Patil: My phone has been out of order for the last fifteen days. My husband complained 3-4 times but there is no response.
Mrs. Yadav: There is corruption in all the departments. Everybody wants his palm to be greased.
Mrs. Patil: You are right. (a car speeds by) Look at the way he's driving. There is no consideration for pedestrians.
Mrs. Yadav: Did you see the amount of exhaust coming out of the vehicle? All this talk about traffic and pollution control has no meaning.
Mrs. Patil: Life in big cities is full of hazards.
Mrs. Yadav: Yes, but we have no choice. O.K. Mrs. Patil, please drop in sometime.
Mrs. Patil: Yes, you too, Mrs. Yadav. Bye, see you.
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| 78 | A conversation between Mother and the Class Teacher | Mother: Good afternoon Mrs. Sen! I'm Purnima Sutar, Shipra Sutar's mother. Shipra told me you wanted to see me.
C.Teacher: Yes, please sit down. Here is Shipra's monthly progress report. She has failed in two subjects.
Mother: Yes, she was unwell during the Mathematics test.
C.Teacher: Fine, but what about English? She got only 3 marks out of 10. In Social Studies also, she has barely got pass marks.
Mother: Yes. Actually, even I'm quite worried about her. Shipra doesn't take interest in studies.
C.Teacher: I think she is quite weak physically.
Mother: Yes, you are right. She also complains of a headache very often.
C.Teacher: Please get her eyes tested. I have noticed that she is unable to read the blackboard properly.
Mother: I will take her to an eye specialist today itself. I'll also consult the doctor regarding her general health.
C.Teacher: Besides, Shipra needs extra coaching in Mathematics and English. Who teaches her at home?
Mother: I do. But I must admit that I am not very regular.
C.Teacher: Please be regular in the future. Shipra's handwriting is very bad. She must practice handwriting at home.
Mother: Yes. I'll definitely pay more attention to her now.
C.Teacher: Please do that. Shipra is an intelligent and well-behaved girl. With a little effort, she will definitely improve.
Mother: I will try my best. Thank you very much, Mrs. Sen. Please keep me informed about her progress.
C.Teacher: Yes, of course.
Mother: O.K. Bye Mrs. Sen.
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| 79 | Young couple discussing about the unexpected life challenge. | Kyle: Hey.
Lyn: How are you?
Kyle: Great.
Lyn: How's your father doing? Is he getting better?
Kyle: Uh, Lyn, I was just going to call you. We've got to talk.
Lyn: Kyle, we can talk when you get back.
Kyle: Well, Lyn...
Lyn: When are you coming back? I miss you.
Kyle: I miss you too. But, I'm not really sure, you see. It's difficult.
Lyn: What do you mean?
Kyle: Well, my father is getting better.
Lyn: Oh, that's good.
Kyle: Yeah. Yeah. But he's still very weak, and he won't be able to go back to work for a long time.
Lyn: Oh.
Kyle: He wants me to stay here and work in the family hotel.
Lyn: What? Work in the hotel?
Kyle: Yeah.
Lyn: Like, permanently?
Kyle: Well, Lyn, my family really wants me to live here. In fact, I was thinking. I wanted to ask you how would you feel about moving here?
Lyn: Ah-
Kyle: I know, I know. It's a small town, but really, it's a wonderful place and it's a great place to live and have a family.
Lyn: Kyle, you're not serious! How can you ask me to leave the city? All my friends, my family are all here.
Kyle: I know.
Lyn: I have much better job opportunities. My whole life is here. What about your job?
Kyle: I know, I know. If I stay here, then I'll have to quit my job and just work in the hotel. But my family, they need me here.
Lyn: What about me?
Kyle: I love you, Lyn. I know this is really hard, and we weren't expecting it, but I want us to be together. Both of us, here. It won't be forever.
Lyn: I don't know, Kyle. I don't know. I just can't see myself being happy there.
I love you, I really do, but I don't want to live the. I know I would be really unhappy.
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| 80 | Two friends talking about the career choice. | Kevin: So. How's your job search going?
Ravis: Great. You won't believe this, I got a job offer from Wastrix! Oh, and one from Econotron, too.
Kevin: Wastrix or Econotron? Wow, well, that should be an easy decision.
Ravis: Yeah, I'm taking the Wastrix offer.
Kevin: You're kidding, right?
Ravis: No. I'd be crazy to say no to Wastrix. They're a top company. I might never get an offer like this again.
Kevin: Wastrix has such a bad reputation. You know, the long hours... the stress...
Ravis: Think about the money, though. The salary they're offering me is 30% higher than Econotron! It'll be worth a little extra stress.
Kevin: I don't know. You might be burnt out. In a few years, you'll hate your life.
Ravis: I have to at least give it a shot. It's Wastrix! They're the biggest company in my field.
Kevin: You're not even going to think about Econotron offer?
Ravis: Why should I?
Kevin: Well, I'll tell you wh. a lot less over time, a less competitive atmosphere. I've heard it's a very creative place to work.
Ravis: Oh, a creative place to work? Come on, that's just naive.
Kevin: Well, think about the environment then. Wastrix makes all those toxic chemicals, and they have all those lawsuits about polluting the environment.
Econotron You know, a much more environmentally friendly company.
Ravis: Now you're really being naive. I don't believe all of that stuff about Econotron. I think they're just saying they're environmentally friendly. Look, I just have to take the job that's going to help me get ahead.
Kevin: I don't know. It just might be a mistake.
Ravis: Hey, talk to me in a couple of years when I'm giving you a ride in my Mercedes.
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| 81 | Japanese colleagues conversation on weekend party | Mark: Hi Yosuke, how's everything?
Yosuke: Hello, Mark. What's happening?
Mark: Oh, not much.
Yosuke: Are you okay these days? I'm a little worried about you.
Mark: Why?.
Yosuke: Well, you know, we all went drinking last night, and you didn't join us, and I was wondering.
Mark: Oh, that again.
Yosuke: Yes. We missed you.
Mark: Hmm. Did Mr. Tanaka say anything about my not joining you?
Yosuke: Well, he did say he was worried about how you were getting along with everyone.
Mark: I was afraid of that. I think what he really means is "why won't Mark go drinking with us?"
Yosuke: Well, Mark, it is important. It's part of the way we do things here in Japan. And actually, we hired you because you speak Japanese and you understand how we do things here.
Mark: I thought you hired me because I was a good engineer, not because I'm a good drinker.
Yosuke: Well, you know what I mean. It's more than that. Often we spend time talking about work things nothing official, but it helps when we're all back at the office. It's part of getting ahead. It's part of getting ahead.
Mark: Look, Yosuke, I don't want to be pressured. I have to have a personal life. I don't want to spend my free time that way.
Yosuke: But, Mark, that's the only way to get ahead here. Human relations are important if you want to succeed.
Mark: I don't believe that. I'll succeed with my ability, not by getting drunk with my boss. It's unprofessional.
Yosuke: But, it's fun. We always have a great time, and we all know each other really well now.
Mark: I know you guys have fun, but it just seems unprofessional to me.
Yosuke: Okay, well, I respect your opinion. But I don't think that's the way Mr. Tanaka sees it.
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| 82 | A conversation with colleague as well as good opposite gender friend | Tom: Hello.
Naomi: Hey, Tom. It's me.
Tom: Oh hey, Naomi. What's wrong?
Naomi: I need your advice. I have a problem at work.
Tom: Let's hear it.
Naomi: Well, it's my boss.
Tom: What did he do?
Naomi: He's acting weird.
Tom: I thought you liked him.
Naomi: I did, up until yesterday.
Tom: What happened?
Naomi: Well...okay. I had just sent him this long email updating him on a really cool project I was working on and he called me into his office and I thought he was going to talk about that. But then he asked me out.
Tom: On a date?
Naomi: Yeah. It was really uncomfortable.
Tom: Oh, I get it. So, you don't like him that way.
Naomi: I thought he was great, until he did that, you know? Now I don't know what to think. It was so inappropriate. It was creepy.
Tom: Creepy? I mean, is he older than you?
Naomi: No, not really. A few years, maybe.
Tom: Well, I mean, is he married?
Naomi: No.
Tom: Did he act weird with you?
Naomi: No, not act weird with me.
Tom: Did he threaten to fire you f you didn't go out with him or something?
Naomi: No, he was actually very polite. But, wait. That's not the point. He shouldn't ask me for a date at work like that. It's not right. It's going to mess everything up.
Tom: Naomi, dating nowadays, it's becoming a lot more common in the workplace.
Naomi: Tom, don't you get t? He's my boss! I'm afraid he fire me if I say no.
Tom: I don't think it'll come to that' Listen. Things are really changing nowadays. I'm not sure those old rules apply anymore.
Naomi: And, I mean, you're both adults, and like each other, so why not give it a shot?
Naomi: I don't know if that's such a good idea. But thanks for your advice anyway.
Tom: Yeah. What are big brothers for?
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| 83 | Friends conversation on Email | Shen: Hi John, How's everything going? Did you have a good weekend? Do you remember that I wrote to you about the new boss in my office? I was excited because he seemed to be a great guy, very polite, and easy to get along with. Well, unfortunately, I was wrong. He's not so easy to get along with. At least not for me. I don't think he likes me. When we're alone, he's mean to me. He speaks harshly and criticizes my work. And he doesn't joke with me or act friendly as he does with other employees.
But when other people are around, he's very polite to me. The rest of the workers in the office say he is terrific! Everyone likes him. I will try to do my best and hope the new boss changes his mind. What do you think I should do?
John: Shen, thanks for your email. Yes, I had a great weekend. But I am sorry to hear about your new boss. It sounds like you need to do something! Do you have any idea why he doesn't like you? Did you do something to make him angry?
Shen: I don't think I did anything wrong. I think he just doesn't like me. Yesterday he gave me a list of 500 people to contact and told me that I had to reach everyone by Monday in just three days. It's going to be impossible. Three people couldn't do it in a week! I'll do my best, but I'm worried that he's setting me up to fail. I really think he just wants to fire me and this is his way of doing it.
John: Shen, you've got to do something! Don't let him get away with it. Your new boss is trying to fire you. You need to talk to him directly. Tell him that you feel you're being mistreated. Ask him if he thinks he's being fair to you! Or maybe you should talk to the president of the company.
Shen: Thanks, John, for your advice. But there's no way I can do what you suggest. I can't ask my boss what is wrong. We can't do that here. And going to the president, well, that would even be more difficult. In this country, you don't go over your boss's head and talk to the president. I will continue to try to do y best. If he fires me, I'll have to accept that.
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| 84 | Two women talking about one's relationship | Tanya: Annie, you look upset. Is something wrong?
Annie: Yeah, it's Dan.
Tanya: Dan? What's wrong?
Annie: Well, a couple of days ago, he called me from work and he said he'd be home at 7:00. So I had dinner ready, but, 7:00 - he didn't come home. About an hour later, I called his office, and nobody answered.
Tanya: Strange.
Annie: I left a message for him to call me. And then at 9:00, I called his cell phone, but it was turned off.
Tanya: It seems like if he had to work, he should have called.
Annie: Yeah. So, after midnight he finally came home, and he was really drunk.
Tanya: Oh, wow. Yeah, you know, he drinks too much.
Annie: I know. Well, I told him that he should have at least called me.
Tanya: Yeah. Of course.
Annie: But he told me that I was being bossy.
Tanya: Really.
Annie: He yelled at me and he told me shut up!
Tanya: Well, that's terrible!
Annie: Yeah. I was really mad, and I told him that I wasn't his slave.
Tanya: Well, good for you.
Annie: I don't know. After that, he got really angry. He started yelling at me, and he grabbed my arm.
Tanya: No.
Annie: And he pushed me against the refrigerator.
Tanya: Really.
Annie: Yeah. So I screamed, and he hit me.
Tanya: What? Did he hit you? Oh, I can't believe it. That's terrible!
Annie: I know. I decided right then that I was going to break up with him. I was so shocked and so scared.
Tanya: Yeah.
Annie: But the next day, well, he came home from work and he brought me flowers.
He said that he was really sorry for what happened. He told me that he needs me.
He also told me that his boss is causing a lot of trouble for him at work and that he's really stressed. And he promised that he would stop drinking.
Tanya: Do you believe him? Do you think he really will? What are you going to do?
Annie: I don't know. I really want to believe him. It's hard to imagine him changing. I don't know what to do.
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| 85 | Talking about a girl with bestfriend | Arun: I'm so glad you finally got to meet Bhumi because I think I'm falling in love with her.
Gaurav: Arun, she doesn't wear any makeup.
Arun: Well, no, she doesn't wear makeup, but that's okay.
Gaurav: Doesn't that seem weird to you?
Arun: No. What's wrong with that? There's no problem with her not wearing makeup. She looks so beautiful without that.
Gaurav: Well, wouldn't she be, then, more beautiful if she were to wear makeup? I mean, It's not a question of whether she needs it or not. Doesn't it just strike you as a little odd that she doesn't wear makeup?
Arun: Well, I mean, why should she be forced to wear makeup, really, when you think about it? I mean, she doesn't need it.
Gaurav: Because that's what women do.
Arun: Oh, but who came up with these social stereotypes?
Gaurav: Extremely sorry Arun, you're right. That's an eye-opener.
(Realising the time of Office)
Gaurav: Oh! I am running late now, I'll catch you after the office.
Arun: Oh! me too. Call me after the office.
Gaurav: Goodbye.
Arun: Bye.
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| 86 | Asking the Way | Harshita is new to Hyderabad & her destination is Gandhi Bhaban:
Harshita: (to a man) Excuse me. Could you tell me the way to Gandhi Bhavan, please?
Man: Yes, go straight, take the first left turn and keep walking. You will reach the Westend road. Gandhi Bhavan is on that road.
Harshita: Thank you.
Harshita: (to a lady) Excuse me, madam. From where can I get a bus to Ameerpet?
Lady: From that bus stop near the bridge.
Harshita: Thank you.
Harshita: (to the conductor) Is this bus going to Secunderabad?
Conductor: Yes.
Harshita: (to another man) Would you please tell me when we reach Secunderabad?
Man: Yes, It will at 2 pm.
Harshita: Can I get a bus to Kukatpally from there?
Man: Yes, easily. (after some time)This is Secunderabad.
Harshita: Thank you.
Harshita at the bus stop waiting for the bus:
Harshita: (to the conductor) Is it going to Kukatpally?
Conductor: No.
Another bus came:
Harshita: (to the conductor) Kukatpally?
Conductor: Yes.
Harshita reached Kukatpally:
Harshita: (to a man) Excuse me, which side is Gandhi Bhaban?
Man: Sorry, I don't know.
Harshita: (to a shopkeeper) How to reach Gandhi Bhaban, please?
Shopkeeper: Go straight. After some time, you'll see a big iron gate on the left side. Go inside. That is Gandhi Bhaban.
Harshita: (to the gate-keeper) Is this Gandhi Bhaban?
Gate-keeper: Yes Mam.
Harshita: Where is B Block?
Gate-keeper: Do you see that park? The area around is C Block.
Harshita: Which side will be number 400?
Gate-keeper: Go straight and turn left. Then take the second right turn. 400 should be in that lane, I think it is next to Gandhi statue.
Harshita: Thank you very much.
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| 87 | Students in a University | In the University Campus One Boy and Girl talking to each other:
Eesha: Hi Diya.
Diya: Hi Eesha, How are you?
Mona: Fine.
Jeet: Hello Eesha.
Eesha: Hi Jeet, long time no see.
Jeet: Yes, I was out of station. How is everything?
Eesha: Fine. Here meet my friend, Diya.
Jeet: Hello.
Diya: Hi!
Jeet: Are you new here?
Diya: Yes, I joined last week only. Earlier I was at Chandigarh.
Somebody called Eesha & she Left:
Eesha: Excuse me.
Jeet: What course are you doing, Diya?
Diya: Honors course. I am in the second year.
Jeet: What are your subjects?
Diya: English. History and Economics. What are you doing, Jeet?
Jeet: I am in BBA. final year. How do you like Pune. Diya?
Diya: O.K. But a bit too hectic.
Jeet: I have been to Nagpur. Nice city, but a little dull, I think.
Diya: Well, I find Pune too noisy. Life here is really fast.
Jeet: Soon you will get used to it.
Diya: I hope so. (the bell rings) I have a class. O.K. Bye Jeet.
Jeet: Bye, see you.
Again Diya & Jeet meet:
Jeet: Hi Diya.
Diya: Hi! How are you?
Jeet: Fine, and you?
Diya: Fine, thanks.
Jeet: Where are you going?
Diya: Actually I am free in this period. I was just wondering what to do.
Jeet: I was going to the canteen. Will you join Me.
Diya: O.K.
Jeet: What do you like, coke or something else?
Diya: Coke is fine.
Jeet: Here you are.
Diya: Thanks.
Jeet: Where do you live. Diya?
Diya: In Sivaji Nagar, And you?
Jeet: In Khadki. Are you mostly free in the fifth period?
Diya: Yes, mostly, except on Fridays, when we have tutorials. I have to go now. Thanks for the Coke, Jeet.
Jeet: Bye, see you.
Jeet & Diya in front of Library:
Jeet: Hi Diya, coming from the library?
Diya: Yes. How are you?
Jeet: Fine. Diya, what are you doing this Sunday?
Diya: Nothing special, Why?
Jeet: We friends are planning to see a movie this Sunday. Want to join us?
Diya: Which movie?
Jeet: We haven't decided yet. Maybe the new English movie on Avenger.
Diya: How many persons are there?
Jeet: Five, two boys and three girls. Eesha is also Coming.
Diya: O.K. Can I bring a friend along?
Jeet: Yes, of course.
Diya: How much for the ticket?
Jeet: I'll take the money after we buy the tickets.
Diya: Fine. See you soon. Bye, Jeet.
Jeet: Bye, Diya.
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| 88 | At the Bus Stop | First man: (to another) Excuse me. Where can I get a bus to Thane?
Second man: Wait here. Many buses from here go to Thane.
First man: Thank you. How long does it take to reach Satyanagar?
Second man: About fifteen minutes.
First man: When will the next bus come?
Second man: Difficult to say. It may come in five minutes or it may not come for another twenty-five minutes.
First man: The condition of bus passengers in Mumbai is very bad.
Second man: You are right. Here nobody cares about the traffic rules. Traveling by bus is getting harder day by day.
First man: Yes. But common people have no other alternative.
Second man: Yes, we are helpless. Although the number of buses has increased in the past years, the number of passengers has increased far more.
First man: Road accidents are on the increase too.
Second man: Everybody drives carelessly. Life is really insecure on the roads in big cities.
First man: Yes, that's true. A bus is coming. Will it go to Thane?
Second man: Yes, it will. Get in quickly.
First man: Bye!
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| 89 | At the General Store | Customer: I want two packets of Suf Excel. How much?
Shopkeeper: 25 rupees in total. What else?
Customer: Why 25 rupees? One Suf Excel is ten rupees! Look it is printed here.
Shopkeeper: Alright, pay twenty rupees in total. What else do you want?
Customer: Do you have mustard oil?
Shopkeeper: Yes, which one do you want?
Customer: Patanjali one ltr, pack, and sugar one kg.?
Shopkeeper: This is Patanjali oil one Ltr. But sugar is out of stock. You will get it tomorrow.
Customer: Give me a good shampoo also?
Shopkeeper: Which one do you want? Should I give this herbal shampoo Ramdev Patanjali?
Customer: What is the price?
Shopkeeper: Sixty-five rupees. There are five rupees discount on it. It will cost you sixty rupees.
Customer: Alright, give me one. Which flour do you have?
Shopkeeper: We have all, Patanjali brand, Aashirvaad, Shakti Bhog, and Nature Fresh. Which one do you want?
Customer: Last time I used Nature Fresh. I didn't like it.
Shopkeeper: Try Shakti Bhog this time. It is like the real home-made flour.
Customer: Alright, give ten kilos. Do you have home delivery?
Shopkeeper: Yes, up to three kilometers.
Customer: I live close by.
Shopkeeper: What is your address?
Customer: A-95, Blueridge.
Shopkeeper: No problem. You make the payment. I'll just send the delivery boy to your home.
Customer: Thank you.
Shopkeeper: At your service, Madam.
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| 90 | Introduction with unknown in a bus | Amol: Excuse me, can I sit here, please?
Aditya: Yes, please.
Amol: Thank you. Hello, I am Amol Kumar.
Aditya: I m Aditya Patra.
Amol: What do you do, Mr. Patra?
Aditya: I am an IT Officer in SBI. What about you?
Amol: I am a cashier in the Bank of Maharastra.
Aditya: Where are you from?
Amol: I am from Pune Rahatani. And you?
Aditya: Great, I am also Pune Wakad.
Amol: My stop. OK. Bye Aditya.
Aditya: Bye!
Coincidentally they meet at a party again:
Aditya: Hello Amol! How are you?
Amol: Fine, thank you. And you?
Aditya: Fine. Here, meet my wife Anjali, my son Hritik and my daughter Nitu.
Amol: Hello, Mrs. Patra. Hello, children. Here is my wife Sanjukta and my daughter Simi.
Aditya: Hello!
Anjali: (To Sanjukta) Hello, nice meeting you.
Sanjukta: Nice meeting you too.
Anjali: Do you work. Sanjukta?
Sanjukta: No, I am a housewife. What about you?
Anjali: I teach in a school.
Sanjukta: Which school?
Anjali: Alard Public School.
Sanjukta: Where is that?
Anjali: In Hinjawadi.
Sanjukta: Where do you live?
Anjali: We are in Wakad? And you?
Sanjukta: In Rahatani. Please drop in sometime.
Anjali: Sure. You too.
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| 91 | Roommate - Sharing things | Kartik: Are you a night person or a morning
person?
Arun: I'm a night owl. I usually sleep pretty late.
Kartik: What time do you usually go to sleep?
Arun: It varies. Usually between midnight and
one in the morning.
Kartik: What time do you usually wake up?
Arun: I don't wake up until I have to.
Kartik: I usually wake up at nine in the morning.
Arun: Does the music bother you?
Kartik: No not at all. I like it.
Arun: Do you mind if I turn the stereo on?
Kartik: Oh, feel free.
Arun: Can I put my drinks in your fridge?
Kartik: Sure. Don't worry about it.
Arun: Do you mind if I use your refrigerator?
Kartik: No problem at all.
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