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train_2700
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# to look after #Person1#'s bag.
[ "#Person1#: Can you do me a favor?\n#Person2#: Sure. What is it?\n#Person1#: Can you keep an eye on my bag, please? Nature's calling.\n#Person2#: Sure. Will you be long?\n#Person1#: No, I just want to use the bathroom.\n#Person2#: Go ahead. It will be safe with me." ]
train_2701
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# asks #Person1# for a waltz and compliments #Person1#.
[ "#Person1#: The music has started.\n#Person2#: How do you like this waltz?\n#Person1#: It's very nice.\n#Person2#: May I ask you for a dance?\n#Person1#: Certainly.\n#Person2#: You are doing the waltz wonderfully well.\n#Person1#: Thanks. I'm glad you say so. Oh, the music has stopped." ]
train_2702
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# thinks the idea about Friday the Thirteenth is ridiculous and criticizes the Black Friday Virus creators.
[ "#Person1#: The idea about Friday the Thirteenth is totally ridiculous. I don't believe it at all.\n#Person2#: Maybe you can't be so sure.\n#Person1#: Why not? The whole idea is superstitious.\n#Person2#: But some people use this occasion to create trouble. Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer? ...
train_2703
Summarize the following conversation.
Annie hesitates to start a new relationship because of the past experience, and #Person1# encourages Annie to not be afraid.
[ "#Person1#: Annie, what is troubling you? You look unhappy.\n#Person2#: A man is pursuing me. He was my schoolmate in college, and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years.\n#Person1#: Do you like him?\n#Person2#: Yes, I do like him.\n#Person1#: Then why are you hesitating?\n#Person2#: You know that I ha...
train_2704
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# checks the gift choice for #Person1#'s first anniversary on the book, which says something made of paper.
[ "#Person1#: Did you happen to bring that book that we were talking about yesterday?\n#Person2#: I did. Let me go get it for you. Here you go.\n#Person1#: Thanks so much.\n#Person2#: I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish.\n#Person1#: I had no idea that there were specific things that should be...
train_2705
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants to rent a big house and #Person1# recommends one opposite the park for 325 a month. #Person2# decides to go and see it.
[ "#Person1#: Can I help you?\n#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a house.\n#Person1#: To buy or to rent?\n#Person2#: Oh, to rent.\n#Person1#: How much do you want to pay?\n#Person2#: About 300 a month.\n#Person1#: Well, I've got one here. It's 260 a month.\n#Person2#: How big is it?\n#Person1#: It's got a kitchen, a ba...
train_2706
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# to get everything gift-wrapped in the gift-wrapping department.
[ "#Person1#: OK. I'd like to have everything gift-wrapped, please.\n#Person2#: I'll give you the boxes. You can then go to our gift-wrapping department.\n#Person1#: Is it on this floor?\n#Person2#: It's on the first floor, to the right of the main entrance.\n#Person1#: Thank you.\n#Person2#: Have a nice holiday!\n#P...
train_2707
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# requires #Person1# to wear muffs and gloves because the operation is radioactive and dangerous.
[ "#Person1#: The operation in the lab is radioactive and dangerous, so work with care. Have you got ear muffs and gloves?\n#Person2#: Do I have to wear ear muffs and gloves? I am not used to working with them on.\n#Person1#: Yes, you have to. It is a safety rule of the company. You could not only lose your job but y...
train_2708
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# is running a high fever so #Person1# asks #Person2# to go to the Medical Department after registration.
[ "#Person1#: Good morning.\n#Person2#: Good morning.\n#Person1#: What's the problem?\n#Person2#: I'm running a high fever and feeling terribly bad.\n#Person1#: How long have you had that problem?\n#Person2#: Since last night.\n#Person1#: Then, you'd better go to the Medical Department. But first, you should fill in ...
train_2709
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# for suggestions for staying healthy, and #Person2# tells #Person1# to eat healthy, get 30 minutes of exercise every day and avoid overdrinking.
[ "#Person1#: Doctor, what are some things I can do to stay as healthy as I can be?\n#Person2#: You need to eat healthy foods and avoid unhealthy foods.\n#Person1#: Sometimes I don't know what the best foods are.\n#Person2#: Fresh fruits and vegetables are important, along with protein and whole grains.\n#Person1#: W...
train_2710
Summarize the following conversation.
Ms. Wilson tells #Person1# she is willing to trade the additional benefits of the job offer for more vacation days.
[ "#Person1#: Would you consider an offer of $ 56, 000 per year?\n#Person2#: What kind of benefits are we talking about?\n#Person1#: Our standard package includes health insurance, two weeks vacation and a company car.\n#Person2#: Are these things negotiable?\n#Person1#: Uh. . . not normally. What do you have in mind...
train_2711
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# asks #Person1# if their wedding preparation is all set up as each other's mother expects.
[ "#Person1#: There's so much to do and so little time.\n#Person2#: I know. Did your mom double check on the church reservations?\n#Person1#: Yes. We're going to be married in my hometown church, the first minute of the new millennium!\n#Person2#: OK. . . and what about the buffet and the cake? Did your mom call the ...
train_2712
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# suggests #Person1# solving the problems with #Person2#'s new driver themselves.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Thomas. Could you spare a minute?\n#Person2#: What do you need?\n#Person1#: I need to talk to you about that new driver you'Ve hired. I think I am going to have some problems working with him.\n#Person2#: He seems to be quite qualified. If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would wor...
train_2713
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants to shower and asks #Person1# about the cost.
[ "#Person1#: What can I do for you, sir?\n#Person2#: I want to have a bath.\n#Person1#: Do you want to have a tub bath, surfing bath or shower?\n#Person2#: Shower, please.\n#Person1#: All right. The fitting room is over there.\n#Person2#: How much should I pay?\n#Person1#: $ 100. But we will charge you $ 200 as a de...
train_2714
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# discuss how the new age people handle skateboards skillfully, and #Person1# further suggests how the external conditions affect skateboarding safety.
[ "#Person1#: I often see some'new age people'show off their various skills to handle a skateboard, which makes me wonder in awe.\n#Person2#: Annie, you also know the'new age people'. I think these people must have undergone much sufferings of flesh in order to ride skillfully.\n#Person1#: Although it is easy to ride...
train_2715
Summarize the following conversation.
Lily's mom asks Lily to drink a glass of saltwater to heal her throat faster.
[ "#Person1#: Great. My favorite-soup, soup, soup. . .\n#Person2#: Oh, and there's one more thing you have to do every hour on the hour, sweets.\n#Person1#: Blow my nose?\n#Person2#: Well, you do that when your nose needs blowing. I was talking about a way to make your throat heal faster.\n#Person1#: No, please, Mom!...
train_2716
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the reason for #Person2#'s resignation which is for taking care of #Person2#'s grandfather, and says #Person2# changes career to gain new experience.
[ "#Person1#: You taught at a local school for a year, right?\n#Person2#: Yes, I was there as an English teacher.\n#Person1#: Did you enjoy yourself there?\n#Person2#: Sure. I was fond of those lovely children\n#Person1#: So why did you decide to resign?\n#Person2#: The school is a little bit too far away. I simply w...
train_2717
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# to arrange a schedule of the Smiths' visit to their factory based on the Smiths' expectations and emphasizes the visit's importance.
[ "#Person1#: The Smiths are arriving at our city tomorrow. Can you draw up a schedule for them? If they want to make any changes, minor changes can then be made.\n#Person2#: Is there anything special they would like to do?\n#Person1#: They would like to visit our factory and have a look at the new type computer prod...
train_2718
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# enquires #Person2# about the lease, and #Person2# clarifies the rule if #Person1# wants to move out early.
[ "#Person1#: Can we talk?\n#Person2#: What about?\n#Person1#: I'm not too clear on some things about my lease.\n#Person2#: Is there a problem?\n#Person1#: How many years is my lease for?\n#Person2#: In three years your lease will be up.\n#Person1#: Can I move out before those three years?\n#Person2#: If you do, I wi...
train_2719
Summarize the following conversation.
Anne calls Mr. Smith but he is unavailable. #Person1# helps Anne leave a message and keeps Anne's number for Mr. Smith to call back.
[ "#Person1#: Hello.\n#Person2#: Is this Mr. Smith's office?\n#Person1#: Yes, it is.\n#Person2#: Is he there?\n#Person1#: I'm sorry, he isn't. He's at a meeting this morning.\n#Person2#: What time will he be back?\n#Person1#: He'll be back after two o'clock but he'll only be in the office for an hour.\n#Person2#: Can...
train_2720
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# feels terrible knowing one-third of the students left during the class, then #Person2# says it's because the lecture isn't today.
[ "#Person1#: Did a lot of people attend the lecture?\n#Person2#: Well, yes and no.\n#Person1#: What do you mean?\n#Person2#: You see, the classroom was quite full at the beginning. Almost all the seats were occupied. But after the short rest, almost one-third of the audience left.\n#Person1#: Terrible! That was a ve...
train_2721
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# helps #Person1# withdraw 50 pounds in fives.
[ "#Person1#: I'd like to withdraw 50 pounds from my deposit account.\n#Person2#: Certainly. Would you please sign this form?\n#Person1#: Oh, yes. Here you are.\n#Person2#: How would you like the money?\n#Person1#: In fives, please.\n#Person2#: Fine. Here you are.\n#Person1#: Thanks. Good-bye." ]
train_2722
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# runs to work while #Person1# drives to work and keeps fit at the gym. They're both willing to participate in the big race.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Natasha. I see you're going out for a run. You don't have to go to work today?\n#Person2#: I've started running to work instead of taking the bus. It's good for the environment.\n#Person1#: I drive to work. I keep fit at the gym.\n#Person2#: Well, running gives me a wonderful feeling of freedom-it's...
train_2723
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# helps #Person1# arrange the timetable of the sports day, when the throwing events, the long distance race, the jumping events and the 100-meter race start in sequence.
[ "#Person1#: I have no idea how to finish the timetable.\n#Person2#: You don't have to be very creative. It's very standard and more or less the same every year. For example, the sports day begins with throwing events. All jumping events take place before lunch.\n#Person1#: Why?\n#Person2#: That's because the school...
train_2724
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1#'s sister shows #Person1# her widescreen TV and a set of stereo she bought using the student credit card, and #Person1# is unhappy after knowing she also bought a plane ticket to Hawaii and new clothes. #Person1# thinks the credit cards lead to impulse spending, then #Person1#'s sister further tells #Person1# ...
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Sis. I just came over to drop off the DVDs you wanted, and ... Hey, wow!? Where did you get all of this stuff?\n#Person2#: I bought it. So, what do you think of my new entertainment center? And the widescreen TV ...\n#Person1#: Bought it?\n#Person2#: ... and my new DVD player. Here, let me show you ...
train_2725
Summarize the following conversation.
A new student Mark gets to the registration place. After finding Mark's form, #Person2# gives Mark the room key and shows the way to his room, and informs him about the time and location of the new students' meeting.
[ "#Person1#: Hello.\n#Person2#: Oh. Hello. You must be a new student. Did you find it OK?\n#Person1#: Well, I got a bit lost because I asked a stranger. But I got it eventually.\n#Person2#: Oh, dear. Have you come far today.\n#Person1#: Only from Brighton. I was staying with my brother.\n#Person2#: Oh, good. How did...
train_2726
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# requests #Person2# to ensure that the plane will not take off without #Person1#, and #Person2# suggests #Person1# asking to skip the line in security if #Person1#'s about to miss the flight.
[ "#Person1#: Hey, I'm calling to say that I'm running late to the airport. Can you make sure that the plane doesn't take off without me?\n#Person2#: I'll try.\n#Person1#: Thank you. I'm just sitting here in traffic. There must be an accident or something. I've been here for 30 minutes, and I've barely made it onto t...
train_2727
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# complains to #Person1# about #Person2#'s cousin who behaves badly and drives #Person2# up the wall, and #Person1# suggests #Person2# talking to him.
[ "#Person1#: Hi Paul. How are you, friend. \n#Person2#: Not good. My cousin is driving me up the wall. \n#Person1#: How so? \n#Person2#: He stays up untill all hours of the night, and he never lifts a finger to help. \n#Person1#: Have you talk to him about it? \n#Person2#: Not yet, but I have to soon. He's eating me...
train_2728
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# are sightseeing in New York and introducing to each other the histories and things they know about the famous architectures they see as they walk down Fifth Avenue.
[ "#Person1#: isn't it wonderful walking here? \n#Person2#: what do you mean? \n#Person1#: I mean look at all these magnificent tall buildings around us. \n#Person2#: yes, look over there. That's the Empire State Building. My book says it's 102 stories tall. \n#Person1#: it's quite famous but don't you think it looks...
train_2729
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tries on a sweater recommended by #Person1# and feels satisfied with it, and pays $29. 99 for it.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, ma'am. Can I help you? \n#Person2#: I'm looking for a sweater. \n#Person1#: What size are you looking for? \n#Person2#: Well, I'm looking for size 10 but you don't have it. \n#Person1#: How about this one? I think it looks terrific on you. \n#Person2#: Yes, I like the color. Can I try it on? \n#P...
train_2730
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# he wants to order later.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, may I take your order now? \n#Person2#: Could we order later? We have five persons altogether and 2 of us are still on the way. \n#Person1#: OK, sir. Please call me when you are ready. \n#Person2#: Yes, thank you." ]
train_2731
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# had a terrible week and #Person2# feels sorry about it.
[ "#Person1#: I just had a terrible week. \n#Person2#: what a shame! \n#Person1#: I fell down and hurt my arm. \n#Person2#: That's too bad. \n#Person1#: Then my son drove into a tree. \n#Person2#: I am sorry to hear that. \n#Person1#: The dog bit the delivery boy. \n#Person2#: What a pity! \n#Person1#: And a storm bl...
train_2732
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# attends the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints as Mormon, and how the Mormons' church and belief are different from others.
[ "#Person1#: Which church do you attend? \n#Person2#: I am Mormon, so I go to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. \n#Person1#: What's the difference between this and other Churches? \n#Person2#: Mormons believe that, after the death of Christ and the death of the Apostles10, their church Christ founded ...
train_2733
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s country has a lot of natural oil and gas but no discovered coal, while #Person2# says #Person2#'s country has oil, coal, a few deposits of gold and forests which are conserved. #Person1# says the oil industry pollution is under control in #Person1#'s country.
[ "#Person1#: Is there a lot of oil and coal in your country? \n#Person2#: There is some, but my country is not amongst the leading producers. The oil and coal deposits are in the north of my country. Your country is a big oil producer, isn't it? \n#Person1#: Yes, it is. My country is famous for having that natural r...
train_2734
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# complains that #Person1# spends more time with #Person1#'s parents than #Person1#'s son, and thinks their marriage has problems.
[ "#Person1#: What's the matter with you then? You look miserable. \n#Person2#: It's us. \n#Person1#: What do you mean by us? \n#Person2#: Well, you always say you're busy. \n#Person1#: That's right. \n#Person2#: And you often go back to live with your parents and leave our son in the room by himself. \n#Person1#: I....
train_2735
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# thinks May and Daniel will like the weather at this time and suggests #Person2# taking them to the beach this weekend.
[ "#Person1#: Nice weather, honey! \n#Person2#: The days are getting longer! \n#Person1#: May and Daniel often like this kind of weather. \n#Person2#: Yeah, they can enjoy themselves in the day time and it is not so hot. \n#Person1#: Honey, how about taking them to the beach this weekend? \n#Person2#: That's great! \...
train_2736
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# invites #Person2# to go to the hospital to visit Sam, who was hit by a car while riding his motorbike to school.
[ "#Person1#: Mike, do you want to go to the hospital and see Sam this afternoon?\n#Person2#: What's happened to him? Is he ill?\n#Person1#: No. Haven't you heard about it? He was hit by a car while he was riding his motorbike to school this morning.\n#Person2#: Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. I really knew nothing ab...
train_2737
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to run fast to consume more calories, but #Person2# tells #Person1# running slowly for a longer time is better to burn up fat.
[ "#Person1#: Come on. You left behind.\n#Person2#: Wow, I can't catch my breath. You're running too fast, honey.\n#Person1#: You just need more exercise.\n#Person2#: Yes, but you need to slow down. This is jogging, not racing.\n#Person1#: I don't care. I want to burn up my fat.\n#Person2#: But running so fast is not...
train_2738
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# will bring the vegetables from #Person2#'s garden to the party, and agrees to help #Person2#, who is amazed by it, to start a garden.
[ "#Person1#: What are you going to bring to the party tonight? I was thinking about going to the grocery store to pick up some vegetables.\n#Person2#: Oh, there is no need to do that. I have a vegetable garden in my backyard. We can just pick some from there.\n#Person1#: I thought that was something only old people ...
train_2739
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# helps #Person1# change the flight because #Person1# missed the connection plane.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me. I have just missed the connection plane due to the heavy fog in London. Can I change my ticket now?\n#Person2#: Please Show your ticket and passport.\n#Person1#: Here you are.\n#Person2#: Which flight do you want to change?\n#Person1#: The next one to my destination. I have to be there as soo...
train_2740
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# to help #Person1# in the kitchen so that #Person1# can finish everything on time. They arrange the work and cooperate.
[ "#Person1#: Can you give me a hand with some things in the kitchen? I don ' t think I can finish everything in time.\n#Person2#: Ok, what do you want me to do?\n#Person1#: First of all, I need you to do the drying up. I ' m almost finished the washing up. I ' m going to clean the cooker when I finish.\n#Person2#: O...
train_2741
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# tells #Person2# today's schedule, including a conference, awarding prizes, laying the corner-store, having lunch and giving a presentation.
[ "#Person1#: This is today ' s schedule. At 8 thirty AM, conference with the department managers. At 9 o ' clock, live for the workshop where you ' ll award prizes to the staff for preventatives.\n#Person2#: That ' s great. What are the prizes?\n#Person1#: 3000 RMB as bonus for each person.\n#Person2#: To encourage ...
train_2742
Summarize the following conversation.
Michelle helps John Sandals reserve a nonsmoking room with s queen-size bed from April 14th to 17th at the cost of $308 per night.
[ "#Person1#: Hi there, I want to reserve a hotel room.\n#Person2#: No problem at all. Could I have your full name, please?\n#Person1#: Sure, John Sandals.\n#Person2#: Hi, Mr. Sandals. I'm Michelle, at your service. When do you need the room?\n#Person1#: My plans are to be there April 14th to the 17th.\n#Person2#: We...
train_2743
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the company's location and how to get there.
[ "#Person1#: Could I ask you where the company is?\n#Person2#: Sure. Our company is in Ericsson Tower, No. 12 Like East Street, Chaoyang District.\n#Person1#: Can I get there by the No. 913 bus?\n#Person2#: You can make it by the No. 913 bus, or by subway Line 13." ]
train_2744
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# the most important thing for a business is to keep costs down and revenue high. #Person2# also tells #Person1# how to maximize revenues and how to price properly.
[ "#Person1#: What do you think of the most important things to do when running a business?\n#Person2#: Well, there are several things. Of course, you must do everything you can to keep costs down and revenues high.\n#Person1#: So, do you think workers should be paid as little as possible?\n#Person2#: No. if you do t...
train_2745
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# tells #Person1# Bob keeps bach after the divorce.
[ "#Person1#: I haven't met Bob for years. How is he?\n#Person2#: He has been keeping bach after divorce.\n#Person1#: He would have recovered from the stress and got married again.\n#Person2#: Once bitten, twice shy. He said he would rather keep bach than to live in disgust." ]
train_2746
Summarize the following conversation.
Craig has a cold, so #Person1# suggests Craig drink chicken stock with garlic.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Craig! How are you?\n#Person2#: Not so good. I have a terrible cold.\n#Person1#: Really? That's too bad! You should be at home in bed. It's really important to get a lot of rest.\n#Person2#: Yeah, you're right.\n#Person1#: And have you taken anything for it?\n#Person2#: No, I haven't.\n#Person1#: We...
train_2747
Summarize the following conversation.
Alexander met Amy's friend at Amy's birthday party and they'll go on a date tonight. Lily broke up with Steven and will date with a guy she met online.
[ "#Person1#: you are dressed to kill. You look gorgeous, Alexander.\n#Person2#: thanks. This is my power suit. I have a dinner date tonight.\n#Person1#: how did you meet each other?\n#Person2#: she's a friend of Amy. We met at Amy's birthday party.\n#Person1#: is this your first date?\n#Person2#: yes. I hope it pans...
train_2748
Summarize the following conversation.
Since the final exam is coming soon, #Person1# and #Person2# decide to help with each other to make preparations.
[ "#Person1#: It's the 17th week now, isn't it?\n#Person2#: Yes, it is.\n#Person1#: Oh, the final exam is coming soon. I feel a little bit nervous.\n#Person2#: Take it easy. There is still one more week left before the exam begins. Have you prepared for it well?\n#Person1#: No, I haven't began my preparations.\n#Pers...
train_2749
Summarize the following conversation.
Phillip Hammer finds that Gretchen Hammer is his cousin. Phillip invites Gretchen to dinner. Gretchen agrees.
[ "#Person1#: You really look familiar.\n#Person2#: Really? My name is Gretchen Hammer. What is your name?\n#Person1#: My name is Phillip Hammer. I think we are related. Who is your dad?\n#Person2#: Jacob Hammer. He is originally from Holland.\n#Person1#: That's my uncle. You're my cousin! Hi cousin!\n#Person2#: It's...
train_2750
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# thought the movie Friends was pretty good but #Person2# finds it disappointing.
[ "#Person1#: What was the last movie you saw?\n#Person2#: A Korean film called Friends, starring Sang Dong-gun.\n#Person1#: Really? I've seen that movie, too.\n#Person2#: How did you like the movie?\n#Person1#: I thought it was pretty good.\n#Person2#: Really? I can't say I agree.\n#Person1#: You're kidding. The sto...
train_2751
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# talk about black people at the party who are born to be good at singing and dancing.
[ "#Person1#: I've never met anyone like Clyde before.\n#Person2#: He's such a buppie-a black yuppie. Black people come in all shapes and sizes. Just check out the party.\n#Person1#: Wow! There are so many different people here. I expected mostly athletes and rappers.\n#Person2#: You'll find some of those here, too. ...
train_2752
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# says Janet got a new job which pays so well that she can save up for the holidays in America. #Person1# also says Tom inherited some money from his uncle and Tom will invest that money. #Person2# got a pay rise and a bonus.
[ "#Person1#: I heard that Janet has got a new job. She's working for the united investment group. I heard that they pay very well.\n#Person2#: I heard that too. She must be making a pocket. Well, good for her.\n#Person1#: Now, she'll be able to save up for that holiday in the united states.\n#Person2#: Yes, she will...
train_2753
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# talks with #Person1# about #Person2#'s country which has a big area, a high population and a relatively high average income. The unemployment in #Person2#'s country is serious while in #Person1#'s country not.
[ "#Person1#: What's the area of your country?\n#Person2#: It's not very big. It's a little over half a million square kilometers.\n#Person1#: That sounds quite big! How many people live there?\n#Person2#: There are about 30 million people in my country. Most of them live in the north.\n#Person1#: What's the average ...
train_2754
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# enjoy the suburb and will have a picnic. #Person2# wants to teach their son something about science, but #Person1# wants to give their son a break.
[ "#Person1#: I love breathing fresh air in the suburb places, while sitting in the morning sunshine.\n#Person2#: I can't agree more, honey. We need to get away from work from time to time.\n#Person1#: Yeah, just return to nature and feel the thrills of its beauty.\n#Person2#: We are nor alone here. So many other fam...
train_2755
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2#'ll go home and drop off the furniture they've bought, while #Person1# shops for other furniture. #Person2# wants a recliner but #Person1# disagrees.
[ "#Person1#: How about this floor lamp?\n#Person2#: Fine, just get it! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours! I'm so tired!\n#Person1#: We still need to find an armoire and a dresser.\n#Person2#: Fine! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand, coffee table and love seat while you look for the ...
train_2756
Summarize the following conversation.
John calls to discuss with Mr. Wood the new control but #Person1# says Mr. Wood is unavailable. #Person1# will let Mr. Wood call him back.
[ "#Person1#: Good afternoon, sales department. May I help you?\n#Person2#: Could I speak to Mr. Wood, please?\n#Person1#: I'll see a piece available, who should I say is calling, please?\n#Person2#: John eng\n#Person1#: Hold the line, please. Mr. Wood is in the meeting with managing director at the moment I afraid. ...
train_2757
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# helps #Person1# choose a brown hat in size 6. #Person1# likes it.
[ "#Person1#: May I see a hat, please?\n#Person2#: What size do you take?\n#Person1#: I'm sorry. I don't know.\n#Person2#: I'll measure you. . . You take size 6. What colour hat would you like?\n#Person1#: Brown, please.\n#Person2#: Here are some nice brown hats. Try this hat on. It's a very good one.\n#Person1#: Yes...
train_2758
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# asks #Person1# to cook dinner but #Person1# thinks #Person2# cooks better. #Person2#'s too tired to cook so #Person1#'ll cook.
[ "#Person1#: What are we going to eat for dinner?\n#Person2#: Whatever meal that you plan on making.\n#Person1#: I thought you were making dinner tonight.\n#Person2#: I do all the cooking.\n#Person1#: Your food tastes so much better than mine.\n#Person2#: Save it. If you want something to eat, then make it yourself....
train_2759
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants #Person1# to have the check certified because it's their policy.
[ "#Person1#: Could you tell me which kind of payment you'll choose?\n#Person2#: We're going to pay by check.\n#Person1#: Will you please have the check certified?\n#Person2#: If you think it is necessary.\n#Person1#: It's just our policy. We would accept a certified check or a direct bank remittance.\n#Person2#: OK,...
train_2760
Summarize the following conversation.
Sarah's reporting a protest. #Person2# tells her they protest because they feel the financial irresponsibility has to stop. #Person2# says the government doesn't use the taxpayer's money the right way so they're outrageous.
[ "#Person1#: This is Action 5 News reporter Sarah O'Connell reporting live from Washington, D. C. where a protest has broken out. Thousands of angry citizens are protesting against the proposed bailout of the auto manufacturing industry! Sir, sir, Sarah O'Connell, Action 5 news. Can you tell us what's happening?\n#P...
train_2761
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants to buy a birthday gift for #Person1#'s girlfriend and is very mortified to stay in the shop. #Person2# helps #Person1# pick two but #Person2# requests to look inside #Person1#'s bag.
[ "#Person1#: This sucks. I hate buying lingerie. Okay, just find something and get out of here. Alright, these are fine. Oh, no, don't come over here, don't come over here.\n#Person2#: You look a little lost, can I help you?\n#Person1#: Um, I'm just having a look around. It's my girlfriend's birthday tomorrow. I'm t...
train_2762
Summarize the following conversation.
Both #Person1# and Francis surf online doing personal things. They think the boss won't like them to do so.
[ "#Person1#: A : Look at this survey conducted by a website. A quarter of the employees will spend an average of 10 minutes everyday online doing personal things. Hi, Francis, what about you?\n#Person2#: Well, I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother. Anyway, I ha...
train_2763
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# helps #Person2# have a roll developed and asks #Person2# to pay when #Person2# picks up.
[ "#Person1#: What can I do for you?\n#Person2#: I would like to have a roll developed.\n#Person1#: When do you need them, sir?\n#Person2#: How about tomorrow morning?\n#Person1#: No problem. Do you want 3 x 5 or 4 x 6?\n#Person2#: The 4 x6 will be OK. Thanks.\n#Person1#: And do you want the glossy or matted finish?\...
train_2764
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#Person1# treats #Person2# at #Person1#'s favorite place. #Person2# orders a steak sandwich, a medium fry and hot chocolate.
[ "#Person1#: Here we are this is my favorite place.\n#Person2#: How many times have you been here?\n#Person1#: I've never counted.\n#Person2#: I would like to sit near the window.\n#Person1#: Please be seated. It's my treat today.\n#Person2#: Thank you.\n#Person1#: It's so busy here.\n#Person2#: Fast food restaurant...
train_2765
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# is annoyed because #Person1# found he owes money for a movie but he never ordered. #Person2# feels sorry for that but still needs to charge #Person1#.
[ "#Person1#: I just discovered that I owe $ 10 for a movie that I never ordered.\n#Person2#: Let me check, sir. You were charged for watching'Titanic'Monday night.\n#Person1#: That is absolutely incorrect! I was out on the town Monday night.\n#Person2#: Okay, sir, bear with me a moment.\n#Person1#: Thank you for tak...
train_2766
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# shows #Person2# the coat section. #Person2# tries one on and feels good. #Person2#'ll get it.
[ "#Person1#: Is there anything I could help you with, sir?\n#Person2#: Yes, could you show me to your coat section?\n#Person1#: This way, please.\n#Person2#: Oh, These are exactly what I'm looking for.\n#Person1#: These are French coats, sir. They are quite fashionable these days.\n#Person2#: I'd like to try them on...
train_2767
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# tells #Person2# some people went looting during the blackout. #Person2# hopes no more blackout.
[ "#Person1#: Have you watched today's news?\n#Person2#: No, I haven't. What's going on?\n#Person1#: Did you hear about last night's blackout?\n#Person2#: Yes. The lights were out all night.\n#Person1#: Some people went looting because of the blackout.\n#Person2#: What do you mean?\n#Person1#: People decided to use t...
train_2768
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# was thinking of holding the company's retreat in the mountains. #Person2# suggests taking a survey to see how that works.
[ "#Person1#: I was thinking of holding the company retreat in the mountains.\n#Person2#: I agree, I think that that would be perfect!\n#Person1#: I was thinking it could take place sometime in January.\n#Person2#: That might be a little too cold for some people.\n#Person1#: Yes, you are right.\n#Person2#: What about...
train_2769
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# helps Gleason check in. Gleason prefers not to be near the elevator.
[ "#Person1#: Hello. I have a room booked for tonight, the 15th.\n#Person2#: Alright and what is your name, please?\n#Person1#: It's Marcia Gleason.\n#Person2#: Ah, yes, here you are Ms. Gleason. You reserved a single, right?\n#Person1#: Yes, a single, thanks.\n#Person2#: Do you mind being next to the elevator?\n#Per...
train_2770
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# helps #Person2# cancel the room reservation and the money will be returned on #Person2#'s Visa.
[ "#Person1#: Good morning. This is Monterey Bay Inn. Can I help you?\n#Person2#: Good morning. I'm calling to cancel my reservation.\n#Person1#: OK. Can you tell me the dates for it?\n#Person2#: They are... January 29th through February 1st.\n#Person1#: Got it. Er...Would you like to book a room for another day? We ...
train_2771
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# invites #Person2# to go climbing. #Person2# will call #Person1# up tonight to tell the answer but hates to talk to a machine. So #Person1# gives #Person2# another telephone number.
[ "#Person1#: Hi. I'm glad I ran into you.\n#Person2#: Why? What's up?\n#Person1#: Would you like to go climbing this weekend?\n#Person2#: I'm not sure. I promised to help my sister move on Saturday.\n#Person1#: How about Sunday, then? We could start early in the morning.\n#Person2#: I might be able to do that. Let m...
train_2772
Summarize the following conversation.
Mr. Smith is hungry, so Miss Wu recommends a restaurant based on his taste. They will have lunch together.
[ "#Person1#: How do you like Hong Kong, Mr. Smith?\n#Person2#: I like it very much so far, thank you.\n#Person1#: Are you staying in a hotel?\n#Person2#: Yes, the Grand Hotel, next door to this building.\n#Person1#: Oh, wonderful.\n#Person2#: It's nearly one o'clock. I'm hungry. Is there a good restaurant near here?...
train_2773
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# wants a new mobile but #Person2# suggests waiting for the price going down. But #Person1# thinks the broken phone is inconvenient so they'll shop for one.
[ "#Person1#: My mobile keeps going wrong. I'd like to buy a new one.\n#Person2#: Don't you see the price keeps going down these days? I insist that we wait some time so that we can save more money.\n#Person1#: You have a point there, but it is inconvenient for me with this broken mobile. Sometimes it powers off by i...
train_2774
Summarize the following conversation.
Alexandra thinks Robbie's new walkman is wonderful and that Robbie's family is nice, which causes Alexandra to miss her family. Robbie invites her to eat something to cheer her up.
[ "#Person1#: Robbie, this new walkman is really wonderful.\n#Person2#: Richard and Marilyn bought it for me for my birthday.\n#Person1#: They are so kind. You are very lucky, Robbie, to have such a nice family.\n#Person2#: Is something wrong, Alexandra?\n#Person1#: No, nothing.\n#Person2#: Yes, there is. I can tell....
train_2775
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# have seen before. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s here to improve English. #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s English is good.
[ "#Person1#: Lovely weather!\n#Person2#: Yes, it's really warm.\n#Person1#: I've seen you before, haven't I?\n#Person2#: Well, you may have. I've been here once or twice, for a walk in this quiet park. Do you live near here?\n#Person1#: Yes. I live in one of those flats over there. What about you?\n#Person2#: Oh, I'...
train_2776
Summarize the following conversation.
Don's car for sale has new tires but the radio and the heater are broken. Lynn thinks he should lower the price but he refuses, so Lynn doesn't want to buy it.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, are you Don? I'm Lynn. I saw the advertisement you put on the Internet about selling your car.\n#Person2#: Hi, Lynn. Nice to meet you. Thanks for your interest. Here's my car. It's a 2006 Honda Civic. I took a lot of road trips in it! It is not perfect, but it is safe to drive and it has new tires.\...
train_2777
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# wants to transfer to Makmillen University. #Person2# is surprised and suggests asking #Person1#'s professors to write letters of recommendation.
[ "#Person1#: I'm thinking about transfering out of state college into another school in the fall.\n#Person2#: After a year and a half? How come? I thought you liked it here.\n#Person1#: I do. But here our flight program doesn't give degrees, only licenses, and I need both a license and a degree.\n#Person2#: So where...
train_2778
Summarize the following conversation.
Valerie compliments Dalene's hair and Dalene compliments Valerie's anti-aging. They also talk about their children's recent situation. They seem to enjoy talking, but actually Dalene can't stand Valerie and Pamela.
[ "#Person1#: Valerie! Hi! Wow how have you been? It's been such a long time! \n#Person2#: Darlene! Indeed, it's been a while! How have you been? Wow, you look amazing! I love what you've done with your hair! \n#Person1#: Really? Thanks! I went to that hair salon that you told me about, but enough about me! Look at y...
train_2779
Summarize the following conversation.
Helen tells John he needs a passport and traveler's checks. He can use her dollars and suitcase. John is grateful and Helen says she'll go with him.
[ "#Person1#: Do I need a visa? \n#Person2#: No, I shouldn't think so. But you must take your passport of course. \n#Person1#: Yes, I know. I must get my traveler's check and some foreign currency. \n#Person2#: Yes, you need the traveler's check but you needn't get any foreign currency. You can have my US Dollars, I ...
train_2780
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# about what to do after finishing school. After knowing #Person1#'s dream job, #Person2# thinks she wants to be a tour guide.
[ "#Person1#: Have you thought about what you are going to do after finishing school?\n#Person2#: Hmm...Where does start?\n#Person1#: Well. I think the best way is to start thinking about what jobs you might find interesting. For me, I like jobs of excitement. So I want to be a racing driver.\n#Person2#: That's cool,...
train_2781
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# are waiting in a long line. #Person1# tells #Person2# it's because the police need to thoroughly check weapons and drugs.
[ "#Person1#: This line is so long.\n#Person2#: Yes. It was a quarter past seven when we began to wait and we have already been waiting for half an hour.\n#Person1#: I guess they're doing a really thorough check.\n#Person2#: What are they checking for?\n#Person1#: They need to make sure no one is carrying any weapons...
train_2782
Summarize the following conversation.
Henry has a stomachache. After knowing Henry ate a lot of food shortly after breakfast and ran quickly, #Person1# thinks it's ridiculous and no wonder Henry has a stomachache.
[ "#Person1#: Henry, you don't look very well. Are you OK?\n#Person2#: I'm afraid I have a serious stomachache.\n#Person1#: There is nothing wrong with your lunch? What did you eat before that?\n#Person2#: You know I had bread and drank a little milk for breakfast. But that wasn't enough for me. I felt hungry. So I b...
train_2783
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# recognizes Lucy for Lily by mistake because they are twins. #Person1# and Lily are in the same class.
[ "#Person1#: Hi, Lily, what a surprise to see you here! Aren't you on a holiday with Mike in Paris now?\n#Person2#: Sorry, I'm not Lily. I'm her sister Lucy.\n#Person1#: Gosh, you two really look like each other. Are you twins?\n#Person2#: Yes. She is 20 minutes older than me.\n#Person1#: It must be interesting to h...
train_2784
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# asks #Person2# to fix the printers in the student center. #Person2# says most student technicians are unavailable but #Person1# can find the computer-lab technician.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me, all the printers in the student center have stopped working. Can you fix them?\n#Person2#: Well, not really. I'm just an administrator, most of our actual technicians are students who take the job part time.\n#Person1#: Where are they?\n#Person2#: Well most of the students who work at the com...
train_2785
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2#'s working on some new stories. #Person1# feels #Person2#'s working too hard and invites #Person2# to the gym. #Person1# and #Person2# both like running and swimming and they'll get going at 6:30 pm.
[ "#Person1#: You've been working constantly. Don't push yourself so hard, or you'll end up in the hospital.\n#Person2#: I'm not always as busy as I am right now. It'll slow down in about half a month.\n#Person1#: So what are you busy with?\n#Person2#: Some new stories. I must finish them in a week and the editors ar...
train_2786
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# suggests setting the bar picnic by the lake, but #Person2# thinks they should have it under trees to block the sun.
[ "#Person1#: Where should we set a bar picnic? By the lake? It looks so blue and clear, just like the Sky.\n#Person2#: I know, but it's hot today. Let's have the picnic under the trees over there instead of by the lake. The trees will keep the sun off us so it won't be as hot.\n#Person1#: Good idea. It's a sunny day...
train_2787
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants to buy Southern Fund, so #Person1# tells #Person2# to open a Fund Account with #Person1#, pay 20 RIB, and fill a form.
[ "#Person1#: Hi there. Do you need any help?\n#Person2#: I've been told about something called Southern Fund. How can I buy it?\n#Person1#: First of all, you should open a Fund Account with us, just fill in this form. We'll need to see some ID and your Cash Card.\n#Person2#: That sounds simple enough. Do you charge ...
train_2788
Summarize the following conversation.
There aren't enough funds in #Person2#'s account for #Person2# to effect payment. #Person1# suggests buying some US dollars so that #Person1# can credit #Person2#'s account with that amount.
[ "#Person1#: Hello, welcome to Lincoln Bank. What can we do for you today?\n#Person2#: I want to effect payment under an L / C today.\n#Person1#: No problem. OK... just checking for you. Ah, I'm afraid there aren't enough funds in your account to cover this transaction. What you can do is buy some US dollars, using ...
train_2789
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# asks #Person1# to tell John to call #Person2# tomorrow morning.
[ "#Person1#: Do you want to talk with John with tongue?\n#Person2#: No, tell him I'm tied up.\n#Person1#: When should I tell him to call back?\n#Person2#: Tell him to call me tomorrow morning.\n#Person1#: All right.\n#Person2#: Thank you." ]
train_2790
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# wants to send a photograph and a document to Shenzhen. #Person1# tells #Person2# the document isn't clear enough to send and suggests changing a clearer photograph.
[ "#Person1#: Can I help you?\n#Person2#: I'd like to send a fax to Shenzhen.\n#Person1#: Is it a photograph or a document?\n#Person2#: Each of both.\n#Person1#: Could I see both of them?\n#Person2#: Here you are.\n#Person1#: You can't send this document ; it is not clear enough to send. The photograph is all right.\...
train_2791
Summarize the following conversation.
Both #Person1#'s watch and #Person2#' cannot tell the accurate time. #Person1# advises #Person2# to adjust the time every day but #Person2# prefers to buy a new one.
[ "#Person1#: My watch always gains ten minutes a day.\n#Person2#: That's funny. My watch always loses ten minutes a day.\n#Person1#: No kidding.\n#Person2#: I am serious. Every morning I set my watch by the radio, but it still loses ten minutes.\n#Person1#: You know what you can do?\n#Person2#: Throw it away and buy...
train_2792
Summarize the following conversation.
There's something wrong with #Person1#'s computer. #Person2#'ll come to repair it on Tuesday.
[ "#Person1#: There are something wrong with my computer.\n#Person2#: Really, what's wrong with it?\n#Person1#: The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton.\n#Person2#: Oh, do you use your computer often?\n#Person1#: Yes, I don't know why it doesn't work this time.\n#Person2#: Don't worry. Have you got rec...
train_2793
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# goes over the precautions before #Person1# begins to practice driving, then #Person1# starts the car excitedly and follows #Person2#'s instructions. However, #Person1# gradually gets wild, and the police come.
[ "#Person1#: Ok! I'm ready for my driving lesson! Should I start the car?\n#Person2#: Hold on there, Fittipaldi, first let's go over things one more time. Now before you even think of starting the car, make sure your seat is at a comfortable position and you can grip the steering wheel firmly. Next check your rear v...
train_2794
Summarize the following conversation.
Mary tells #Person1# about her upbringing and then they talk about her current occupation as a journalist for China Daily.
[ "#Person1#: You know, Mary, I feel we meet somewhere before. Where were you born?\n#Person2#: I was born in Beijing, but I spent most of my childhood in London.\n#Person1#: What was your childhood like?\n#Person2#: I had a pretty strict upbringing, and my parents taught at universities so they have extremely high e...
train_2795
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person2# hasn't finished the work because #Person2#'s taking care of the baby.
[ "#Person1#: Have you finished your work?\n#Person2#: Not because I'm keeping an eye on the baby.\n#Person1#: Where is the baby's mother?\n#Person2#: She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour." ]
train_2796
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# introduces the Canada Day and its national anthem.
[ "#Person1#: The Canada Day is on the 1st of July.\n#Person2#: What is its national anthem?\n#Person1#: The national anthem of Canada is'O Canada'.\n#Person2#: Can you sing the song?\n#Person1#: Yes, I could sing it when I was very young." ]
train_2797
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# didn't finish the homework because #Person1# watched a football game. The professor allows #Person1# to turn the make-up in and warns that it cannot happen again if #Person1# wants an 'A'.
[ "#Person1#: Excuse me, Professor. I have to talk to you about why my homework didn't get done.\n#Person2#: What happened that you didn't get it done?\n#Person1#: I had to watch a football game instead.\n#Person2#: Well, you had more than one day ; couldn't you have fit it in on another day?\n#Person1#: Yes, I think...
train_2798
Summarize the following conversation.
#Person1# and #Person2# are greeting each other. #Person2#'s been helping #Person2#'s uncle and #Person1#'s fine.
[ "#Person1#: How are you?\n#Person2#: Fine.\n#Person1#: I haven't seen you for several days.\n#Person2#: Oh, I have been with my uncle for a week.\n#Person1#: What's he doing?\n#Person2#: He is an accountant. I have been helping him for a week.\n#Person1#: He must be happy.\n#Person2#: Yeah. How are you these days?\...
train_2799
Summarize the following conversation.
The Mountaineering Club is going to climb a difficult cliff on the Yangtze River. #Person2# invites #Person1# to come.
[ "#Person1#: What's the Mountaineering Club doing this weekend?\n#Person2#: We are going to climb a cliff on the Yangtze River.\n#Person1#: How hard is the climb?\n#Person2#: It is a very difficult climb, because there are not many places to put your hands and feet.\n#Person1#: What did you do last week?\n#Person2#:...